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How BTS Became One of the Most Popular Bands in History
I’ve long been hesitant to write about BTS. When reporting on South Korea, I resisted the expected topics: Korean skin care, plastic surgery, dogmeat, and, yes,K-pop.I absorbed Western critiques of K-pop’s girl and boy bands: that they’re fluffy, manufactured, and exploitative of their members—as if the same weren’t true of New Kids on the Block. But, earlier this year, BTS became inescapable. The group was everywhere, and everyone seemed to be into them. To continue ignoring the BTS phenomenon was to risk missing something bigger than Beatlemania.
By Hasnat Hijazi3 years ago in Beat
The Everlasting Pop Music Love Affair in the United States
Pop music is a vibrant and dynamic genre that has captivated audiences worldwide for decades. Known for its catchy melodies, memorable hooks, and relatable lyrics, pop music has become a significant cultural force, shaping the music industry and leaving an indelible mark on popular culture. From its early beginnings in the mid-20th century to its current influence in the digital age, pop music has evolved and adapted, reflecting the changing tastes and preferences of listeners. In this article, we delve into the fascinating world of pop music, exploring its origins, characteristics, and enduring popularity among music lovers of all ages.
By Gokul Nath3 years ago in Beat
Lion Jungle of Africa
n the year 2000, I embarked on a five-month safari to Kenya that forever transformed my understanding of humanity and delved into the profound depths of the human psyche. It was during one mesmerizing afternoon near Mount Aligalo that I stumbled upon lion prints not far from my tent. To my amazement, my guides were astonished but calmly remarked, "He is not bad, he is our lion." It was on those very plains, where humanity itself originated, that Carl Jung wrote of animals as the sacred "priests of God."
By Mohamamud somo3 years ago in Beat
A Soundtrack To Life
If life is like a movie, then you have to have a soundtrack, right? It wouldn't make sense for life to not have a playlist of tracks that not only help spell out your life through music, but also give a sense to others about how it felt to be in that moment (or moments). This might be a playlist, but like any great one, it won't fully encapsulate what it is that its trying to evoke in terms of emotion. Nothing, and I mean nothing, will ever fully capture how life is. But, you gotta give it a try, and just like life, you gotta go with the flow. So here's the playlist (in no particular order). There's a description next to the song to show what it invoked or captured in me during those specific moments and segments in time in my life. Some of these tracks don't have lyrics, as they would be included in a film soundtrack. And, some of these songs are not in English. Like in life, sometimes you don't need to fully understand or have words to really make you feel. Here's the playlist:
By Birithivy Yogaratnam3 years ago in Beat
Oldest Song Ever
The oldest song in the world is a matter of debate among historians and musicologists, as there are various theories and claims regarding the origins and age of music. However, based on available evidence and archaeological findings, the oldest known song that has survived to this day is the Hurrian Hymn no. 6, also known as the "Song of Seikilos."
By Bashir Ndawula3 years ago in Beat
