music history Archives

7 Incredible Forgotten Names in Delta Blues

Get to know some of the forgotten legends of an already-legendary American genre of music, the blues, in this historical deep dive into obscurity.

7 Inspiring Musical Quotes and Why They Resonate with Me Today

Now that I’m a professional touring artist myself, I wanted to revisit quotes from my favorite all-time artists to see if they’re still relevant. They are.

On August 17, 1959, Miles Davis’ “Kind Of Blue” Was Released

A brief history of how Miles Davis’ 1959 classic “Kind Of Blue” came to be, and the album’s impacts on all kinds of musical communities.

That Time Keith Richards Found Muddy Waters Painting the Ceiling at Chess Studios

55 years ago today, the Rolling Stones released their “5×5” EP, the recording session in which they serendipitously met their blues idol, Muddy Waters.

The 9 Best Music Books of 2019 So Far

It’s half-way through 2019 and this year has already been chock-full of great books about music. Don’t stress, we’ll walk you though some of our faves.

5 Country Music Artists Stepping Out of the Box Right Now

We’re blown away by this new batch of forward-thinking country artists who aren’t afraid to challenge norms while staying true to their sound.

A Brief-ish History of the Drum Kit

Got 10 minutes to learn about the history of the drum kit as we know it today? We talk about how individual drums, players, and genres helped the kit evolve.

Emulating Boards of Canada’s Classic Synth Sound Without Breaking Your Bank or Brain

Boards of Canada’s classic sound is the result of some pretty rare vintage synths and hardware, but we can come close with digital options like these.

Bach’s Worldview Was Way Different from Ours – On “Musical Theology”

In Bach’s pre-Enlightenment time, understanding how and why he composed his music might lead contemporary composers to new and exciting areas. Learn more.