Broken Down (BET COVID-19 Relief Effort) American artist Alicia Keys Has rereleased a famous song Empire State of Mind (Part II), released to help BET fund a COVID-19 Relief Effort. The music is R&B/Soul. The piano in the background is soothing, which reflects the positive vibes of "everything is going to be okay." The composition is a … Continue reading Flashback Fridays: Alicia Keys – Empire State of Mind (Part II)
Month: May 2020
Throwback Thursdays: Shakira Waka Waka – 10th Anniversary
May 7, 2020, marks the 10th Anniversary of Shakira's single Waka Waka, released a month before the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg, South Africa. I remember hearing this song on the radio during the 2010 FIFA World Cup and afterwards. The music is Pop with an upbeat sound that brought people together and still … Continue reading Throwback Thursdays: Shakira Waka Waka – 10th Anniversary
Single Saturdays: Chris Mann – Old Fashioned
American artist Chris Mann has released a new single entitled Old Fashioned, an original song of his. It tells the story of a man enjoying a date night with his wife. The music is Pop. The beat has a 90s vibe that reminds me of the music of the 90s boy bands, like Nsync and 98˚ Degrees. The … Continue reading Single Saturdays: Chris Mann – Old Fashioned
Single Saturdays: Avril Lavigne – We Are Warriors
Canadian singer Avril Lavigne released a new single entitled We Are Warriors. The song honours Frontline workers through words of support and encouragement. It's a metaphor for fighting against something unseen. The music Pop. The song starts with a slow rhythm then increases in tempo when the chorus comes along. The piano and the beat of the … Continue reading Single Saturdays: Avril Lavigne – We Are Warriors
Single Saturdays: Lean on Me – Artists CAN
A group of talented Canadian artists have released an incredible cover of a Bill Withers classic Lean On Me. The music is Pop. The sound quality is fantastic and organized, with each artist performing in his or her home. The logistics to compose the music of this cover are impressive. There's a lovely modern twist to … Continue reading Single Saturdays: Lean on Me – Artists CAN