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To All The Pets I've Loved Before
It's hard for me to think back on my life without remembering the animals who kept me company throughout it all. So when Vocal challenged us to create a personalized soundtrack to our lives, my mind kept wandering to the small handful of pets I had the luxury of having. Rather than fight this idea, I decided to embrace it.
The Song that Broke the Cycle: Addicted! (And Other Helpful Tunes)
In 9th Grade Junior High, after a six-year hiatus, Rush, the Canadian trio titans of the progressive rock world, went on tour promoting their newest album, Vapor Trails. My entire family, extended and all, rushed off to see the live show in Salt Lake City, Utah. All except for me. I claimed I didn’t care much for Rush and stayed home to watch the younglings. What did I actually do? Turned on the electronic babysitter, slunk away to the computer, took to the internet, and watched porn, played video games, then watched some more porn. And more. When my family returned in band t-shirts with smiles and memories I realized I had missed out on something great. In truth, I loved Rush, especially their newest album.
Christopher MichaelPublished 11 months ago in BeatHow to Break Vashikaran on Someone
Vashikaran is an ancient Indian technique that involves the use of powerful spells and rituals to gain control over someone’s thoughts, emotions, and actions. It is believed to be a form of black magic that is used to manipulate and control others for personal gain. However, this practice is highly discouraged and considered unethical in many cultures. If you or someone you know is under the influence of Vashikaran, it can have a detrimental impact on their personal and professional lives. In this article, let’s explore the role of astrology in breaking Vashikaran on someone and what astrology says about this practice.
Kapil KumarPublished 11 months ago in BeatAn Unforgettable Rock 'n' Roll Legend
In the grand tapestry of rock 'n' roll history, certain names etch themselves permanently into our collective memory. Among these luminaries, Tina Turner stands out as a beacon of talent, resilience, and charisma. Today, we honor the life and legacy of this iconic rock 'n' roll legend, who recently passed away at 83, leaving an indelible mark on the world of music.
Melody of a Life
Some time in nineteen seventy: I was born! Whether or not this was the beginning of a new decade or the end of an era depends on whom you're talking to. I was a rather cranky baby, and prone to being sick. I can't sugarcoat this; I read my mom's diary. Mom had to stay in the hospital for three days, where the night nurse would forget that Mom was still nursing me, and we'd both fall asleep in exhaustion. When Mom got back home (her brother drove us), Dad swooped me up, plopped in the rocking chair, and said she had dishes to do. Little paternal bleeper didn't do his dishes the whole time she was gone!! He has less than zero excuse; he was an Army cook! So Mom went from birth, to post partum with infection and recovery, to being driven home, to doing dishes. While Dad got a chance to cuddle me. He evolved, I swear.
Meredith HarmonPublished 11 months ago in BeatClose my Eye
When I close my eyes and let my mind wander to think of the music that made me feel, some moments in life come to the forefront of my mind. I can hear the music as I realize the moments. I'll try and write about each one in chronological order, but the truth is each memory, the sounds and feelings, flutter past my shut eyes in discernable order.
A Lady with a PenPublished 11 months ago in BeatThe soundtrack of a Life
Music has the power to transport us to different times, places, and emotions. It weaves its way through our lives, becoming intertwined with our most memorable moments. In this playlist, I invite you to join me on a journey through the soundtrack of my life. Each song holds a special place in my heart and represents a defining moment or emotion that has shaped who I am today.
Amna AsgharPublished 11 months ago in BeatRick Henry Christopher's Jazz Art
Rick Henry Christopher's Jazz Art is a series of digital art I created based upon the emotions and inspiration I receive from my favorite jazz musicians. Some of these pieces are based on photographs, others are based on drawings, some are based on a few splashings of color. Then I go to work on the computer putting them through various apps. I've created more than 75 pieces. In this article I am sharing six.
Rick Henry ChristopherPublished 11 months ago in Beat- Top Story - May 2023
Every Song A Memory
If I said my life were not defined by music, I'd be disingenuous to the medium that has shaped the artist you see sitting here at her kitchen table in a cut-off t-shirt, tattooed, watching my pet make her slow and arduous recovery. Music has held me together from my earliest memories, has been a guide to my identity, has been a vent for my outrage, and has been my road home. I don't have a collective discography of cohesion. Every melody has come into my life exactly when I needed it. And this last week I needed it more than ever.
Ashley McGeePublished 11 months ago in Beat Ten Essential Steely Dan Deep Cuts
I have been a Steely Dan fan for 45 years and have each studio album permanently etched into the reccesses of my subconscious mind. I did more than just listen to the albums. I studied them and I memorized the placement of each instrument and vocal. I dug deep into the musical and vocal arrangements. The technical side of Steely Dan's albums is amazing. Gary Katz produced the entire lot of albums from Steely Dan's classic period of 1972 to 1980 and Roger Nichols engineered every one of Steely Dan's albums right down to 2003's Everything Must Go. Nichols had a reputation for creating an impeccable sound quality. He paid close attention to every detail of every instrument and vocal that was placed in front of him. His finesse in the studio was responsible for turning a great band into a phenomenal band. Nichols was best known for working with Steely Dan and John Denver. But he also worked with countless other musicians.
Rick Henry ChristopherPublished 11 months ago in BeatPlaylist: Music and Reflection
Seven years old - I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman The first song I can remember relating to is this song. I remember watching the movie Crossroads and Britney Spears was in her prime. I know. Typical. Every girl relates to this song. The simple fact of not wanting to be a child anymore, let me grow up, but also not knowing who the heck I am suppose to be. I was just a girl with divorced parents and with a new stepdad, a narrative more common than not, but to me, it was a decision made by my parents that made me feel like I will never be happy. How am I suppose to grow up with my parent's split up going back and forth and having to make decisions such as "who do I want to spend Christmas with this year?" How do my siblings and I make these decisions without hurting anyone's feelings? How will I be raised correctly? Who will I be? At this point, I had no idea I was going to continue changing throughout the years. It is not like you hit a certain age and stay that way forever.
Sandra BlandonPublished 11 months ago in Beat"Coding Solutions Unveiled: Empowering Developers with Source Code Mastery"
Coding Solutions Unveiled: Empowering Developers with Source Code Mastery" is a title that encompasses the essence of a platform or resource aimed at providing comprehensive and practical solutions to coding challenges. It signifies a platform or initiative that goes beyond mere theoretical explanations by offering tangible source code examples to empower developers.