The 5th Dimension was a soulful oldies group from the 60s and 70s that dominated the music world with energy, love, and great music. Marilyn McCoo, Billy Davis, Jr., Ron Townson, Florence LaRue, and LaMonte McLemore began as the Versatiles in 1965, but got smart and changed their name and was signed by recording start […]
Our Favorite Songs Used in Politics
How many times do you watch a political event and hear one of your favorite songs? “Don’t Stop” was used exclusively (with permission) by Bill Clinton in the mid-90s, while lots of rockers are cool with politicians leveraging their songs during a campaign. There are many examples however of politicians using a song that the […]
Cage the Elephant Jumps Into Top 10
Cage the Elephant has jumped back into the top 10 of the Alternative Mediabase chart this week, this time with the hit, “Trouble.” It sits at number nine and is expected to reach the top five within a few weeks, the song is that good! It is the only new song to the top 10. […]
The Dog Days of Summer Sports
With the NBA Finals complete, the sports world has suddenly slowed down a whole lot. We are in the dog days of sports, with a whole lot of time before the NFL and college football heat up. Let’s take a look at what we do have to look forward to in the sports world between […]
Finding Dory Sets Box Office Record
Everything Ellen Degeneres touches turns to gold and this is the case with her latest movie role, Dory, a fish! While it was just her voice, she did a great job in this role. “Finding Dory” is the Pixar sequel to “Finding Nemo” and it was very much looked forward to by millions out there. […]
Great Songs on the Silver Screen – Part One
Movies and music often times go hand in hand in telling a story on the silver screen, and we’ve decided to share the best songs from the moves we love. There are so many we’ve also decided to share this list over two days. Here’s part one of the ‘Great Songs on the Silver Screen.’ […]
Alicia Keys and Other Musicians Using Yondr at Their Concerts
Alicia Keys is just one of many musicians who are using the Yondr pouch to help with issues surrounding phones at their concerts. This pouch is an interesting product that has caused issues with fans, but is better than not being able to bring it in or stow it in a locker. Mr. Graham Dugoni […]
Families Who Were Also Bands That Rocked
As Sly and the family Stone sang… “It’s a Family Affair.” So who are the bands that are related, as brothers, sisters for entire families? It’s hard to count out Gary Indiana’s Jackson 5, the Osmund’s, Bee Gees, Cowsills, the DeFranco Family, the Staple Singers (Cleotha, Pervis, and Mavis), the Dixie Cups, Barbara Ann Hawkins, […]
Selena Gomez Falls on Stage in Oklahoma
During a tour date in Tulsa, Oklahoma earlier this week, Selena Gomez fell while on stage and did a great job playing it off. In fact, she really didn’t play if off, but instead ran with it yelling “First fall on the whole damn tour.” This was a funny moment for everyone involved and who […]
Charlie Puth’s Tour Dates with Hailey Knox
Charlie Puth has had a huge 2016 with a few of his songs going huge and spending plenty of time at the top of the charts. His song, “See You Again,” was a huge hit on the Fast and Furious 7 soundtrack and received many nominations at award shows. Charlie has recently announced tour dates […]