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1979… The Rise of New Wave!  

1979… The Rise of New Wave!   As the 1970s were ending, the music scene was on the brink of a significant transformation. The raw energy of punk rock had disrupted the status quo, and disco was enjoying its final moments of mainstream dominance. Amidst this evolving landscape, a new genre emerged, blending elements of punk, pop, and electronic music to create a sound that was fresh, innovative, and undeniably catchy. […]

today23 August 2024

1979, Music pushing boundaries - Doobie brothers, Supertramp, the blues brothers

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1979: The 5 Albums That Redefined Music’s Boundaries

1979: The 5 Albums That Redefined Music's Boundaries As the final notes of the 1970s played out, 1979 emerged as a year that would redefine the contours of popular music. It was a year where disco's pulsating beats began to give way to the raw edge of new wave and the nascent rhythms of hip hop. Artists broke free from genre constraints, exploring lyrical depths and experimenting with synthesisers, which […]

today15 March 2024