The Netherlands is known for tulips and windmills, but this country is also the birthplace of some incredibly talented singers. Dutch singers span a wide range of genres, including metal, rock, country, R&B, and pop showing up in places you wouldn’t have thought of! Our list of the 10 most famous Dutch singers will introduce … Read more
Bach is one of the most revered classical composers of all time. His music has been enjoyed by audiences for centuries, and his piano pieces are some of the most beloved classical works ever written. Bach started his career on the harpsichord, but the vast majority of his music has now been adopted for the … Read more
Some of the most popular and influential artists in the music industry were born into Jewish homes. Jewish singers have graced us with evergreen songs across all genres, singing about everything from important political and social issues to philosophical introspections and love. Read on to learn more about some of the greatest and most famous … Read more
K-pop culture is taking the world by storm, and everyone is paying attention. The rising trend of Korean singers becoming global megastars is a big deal. Many of these shining stars share the spotlight as part of favored groups — some sparkle as solo artists. But the fans are showing support in droves, proving that … Read more
Despite Egypt’s pressure on artists to conform to a specific Arab vibe, unique and revolutionary Egyptian vocalists rose to fame by creating new sounds that changed the definition of Arab music. In this list are 10 of the most famous Egyptian singers that created their own brand of music that pushed the boundaries of traditional … Read more
Located on the Western coast of South America, Ecuador has long gained fame as a great tourist destination, a major petroleum exporter, and a premier producer of coffee and bananas. But, Ecuador produces more than delicious beans and fruits. Some of the most talented singers, past and present, have come from humble beginnings in the … Read more
Photo by Sarah Carmody The post-hardcore supergroup Black Map struck again earlier this year with their third studio album, Melodoria, which delivers heavy riffs with memorable hooks in the realm of Tool, Chevelle, and Deftones. The San Francisco-based trio consists of bassist/vocalist Ben Flanagan of The Trophy Fire, Mark Engles of dredg, and Chris Robyn … Read more
Since its emergence in the early 20th century, traditional country music has been predominantly white — both as performers and the listening audience’s demographic. But in recent years, that stereotype has long been gone as African-American artists broke through the country music mainstream to make names for themselves. Some helped establish the genre, while others … Read more
norman lebrecht May 09, 2022 BrittenPears Arts, run by the former BBC Proms director Roger Wright, has put together a summer program that pits strongly against the BBC’s. Here’s the rundown: Britten Pears Arts is delighted to announce the return of ‘Summer at Snape’ from 31 July – 31 August. Snape Maltings Concert Hall will … Read more
From the earliest days of music history, alto singers have graced our ears with easy-listening tunes and sing-along quality music. Nestled between the tenor and the soprano vocal ranges, the alto voice type sits in the middle of the road. Alto singers are primarily female, although they come from all styles of music and backgrounds. … Read more