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Beat showcases all things classical; get your fix of Beethoven, Bach and beyond with plenty of Pomp and even more Circumstance.

The Song That Brought Him Back
After my mother passed, grief settled into our home like winter fog—thick, gray, and impossible to ignore. He stopped whistling while fixing the sink. Stopped tapping his boot to the oldies station. Even his laugh, once so loud it startled the dogs, vanished into a silence so heavy it filled every room. For two years, he moved through life like a man walking in someone else’s shoes. So when he said, voice barely above a whisper, “Let’s go south for New Year’s,” I didn’t ask why. I just booked the tickets.
By KAMRAN AHMAD2 months ago in Beat
Tyla’s Chart-Topping Rise
Introduction When South African singer Tyla released her self-titled debut album in late 2023, few predicted it would ignite a global movement. But by 2025, her name was everywhere: on Billboard charts, Grammy stages, and playlists from Lagos to Los Angeles. Fueled by her breakout hit “Water”—a seductive fusion of amapiano, R&B, and pop—Tyla didn’t just enter the global music scene; she reshaped it.
By KAMRAN AHMAD2 months ago in Beat
Richard Smallwood
Introduction In recent months, false rumors have spread online with alarming speed: searches like “gospel singer Richard Smallwood died”, “Richard Smallwood passed away”, and “Richard Smallwood cause of death” have surged—despite having no basis in truth.
By KAMRAN AHMAD2 months ago in Beat
Harry Styles: The Evolution of a Global Superstar Who Redefined Modern Pop Culture. AI-Generated.
Few artists in recent history have captured the world’s imagination quite like Harry Styles. From his beginnings as a teenage contestant on a televised talent show to becoming one of the most influential entertainers of the 21st century, Styles’ journey is a masterclass in reinvention, artistic courage, and authenticity. Today, Harry Styles is more than a pop star—he is a cultural symbol whose influence extends far beyond music.
By Asad Ali2 months ago in Beat
Heavy Metal Bitch Tunes and Rock 'N' Roll Witches
The loudest rockers and heaviest metallers are not always those with a swinging nutsack—although many, if not most of them, should be in the nuthatch. No. No. No.
By Tom Baker3 months ago in Beat
Static Between Songs: A Story About Memory, Music, and the Tracks That Follow Us
There are certain summers that don’t seem important until much later—until the songs you once played casually suddenly echo louder than ever before. For me, that summer was 2021, and the playlist that carried it has followed me like a shadow. I didn’t build it with intention. It wasn’t something I meant to preserve. But the songs stayed, and with them, a person I thought I had finally forgotten.
By Hazel James3 months ago in Beat
Maragha’i in Herat: A Manifestation of the Timurid Musical Renaissance in Afghanistan
Maragha’i in Herat: A Manifestation of the Timurid Musical Renaissance in Afghanistan Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, Kabul University
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
Avicenna (980–1037 CE): Musical Thought Bridging Tradition and Innovation
Avicenna (980–1037 CE): Musical Thought Bridging Tradition and Innovation Author: Islamuddin Feroz Former Professor, Department of Music Faculty of Fine Arts, Kabul University, Kabul, Afghanistan
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
Jack White: The Relentless Architect of Modern Rock Innovation. AI-Generated.
Jack White is widely regarded as one of the most inventive and influential musicians of the 21st century. Known for his raw guitar sound, analog-first philosophy, and tireless creative output, he has carved a legacy that stretches far beyond the traditional boundaries of rock music. From his rise with The White Stripes to his ventures as a solo artist, producer, and label founder, Jack White has consistently redefined what modern rock can be—proving that despite changing trends, authenticity and experimentation still resonate deeply with audiences.
By Asad Ali3 months ago in Beat
Musical Traditions in the Urban and Rural Life of Kabul: Cultural Practices, Rituals, and Historical Development
Musical Traditions in the Urban and Rural Life of Kabul: Cultural Practices, Rituals, and Historical Development Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Kabul
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
Zipho Memela on How Recording Formats Influence Sound. Content Warning.
Zipho Memela, the South African artist, entrepreneur, and musical innovator, is deeply familiar with the nuances of sound. From producing raw, energetic hip-hop in Durban to crafting the sophisticated reinterpretations of his "Vivaldi Project," Memela understands that the medium is part of the message. The recording format chosen by an artist or engineer is not merely a technical decision; it fundamentally shapes the listener's experience, influencing the texture, warmth, clarity, and emotion of the final audio product.
By Kin Mancook3 months ago in Beat
Zipho Memela and Ethnomusicology in Modern Film Scores. Content Warning.
Zipho Memela, the South African creative polymath whose journey from hip-hop prodigy to classical innovator has captured global attention, embodies a profound truth about music: its inseparable link to culture and narrative. While Memela’s projects span the worlds of composition and entrepreneurship, his artistic trajectory offers a masterclass in the principles of ethnomusicology—the study of music within its social and cultural context. In the realm of modern film, this approach has become an indispensable tool for crafting authentic and emotionally resonant scores.
By Kin Mancook3 months ago in Beat