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- Algiers. On their most recent album, The Underside of Power, Atlanta electro-rockers Algiers (pictured top) blend rock and electronica in the shadows of Nine Inch Nails, condemning government injustice with the precision and fury of Rage Against the Machine.
- Suzi Analogue. Baltimore native Suzi Analogue is a paradox of time, obsessed with the analog formats of the past (her Never Normal record label is known for cassette-only releases) while her music (a blend of electronic beats, neo-soul vocals and a hip-hop vibe) presses far into the future.
- Ariadne. Named after the mythological granddaughter of Zeus, the duo of Chirstine Papania and Benjamin Forest layer haunting choral vocals over experimental snippets of electronic sounds.
- Lea Bertucci. Lea Bertucci is one of the most exciting artists working in modern composition and sound art. As with a lot of music that falls into those broad categories, much of her work plays with resonance, drones, overtones and dissonance.
South Korea’s Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra to debut in Abu Dhabi
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- David Bowie. Nobody changed music as much as art rock chameleon David Bowie. A master provocateur confronting sexual conformity with his androgynous looks, Bowie’s ingenious personas (glam rock alien Ziggy Stardust, the steely nobility of the Thin White Duke) led the way in inspiring others to meld fashion, theatre and performance art with popular music.
- The Beatles. The Beatles have always been, and remain, a phenomenon. The timeless songwriting of Lennon-McCartney (Strawberry Fields Forever, A Day In The Life) and impeccable musicianship of George Harrison and Ringo Starr continues to inspire millions.
- Jimi Hendrix. When Jimi Hendrix arrived in the UK in 1966, no one could have predicted the earth-scorching impact he would have. Leaving other virtuosos like Eric Clapton in the dust, Hendrix’s bluesy proficiency on guitar and his exemplary use of riffs and shredding (Voodoo Child) was truly jaw-dropping.
- Led Zeppelin. In their respective fields, each Led Zeppelin member sits in the pantheon of most influential musicians of all time; together, as the greatest rock band of all time, their majestic hard rock sound is unlikely to be dethroned any time soon.
Oct 4, 2021 · There are the indie pioneers and those who have regularly been awarded Best New Music, with records that have defined the underground and particular eras of our staff’s lives. There are some ...
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-Certified units: 48 million (15 Gold, 11 Platinum, 8 Multi-platinum, 1 Diamond) -Grammy wins: 1 (17 nominations) One of the best instrumentalists of all time, Seattle-born saxophonist Kenny G has sold more than75 million records throughout his career. His 1992 album Breathless topped 12 million copies in the United States alone and 15 million worl...
-Certified units: 49.5 million (40 Gold, 21 Platinum, 12 Multi-platinum) -Grammy wins: 1 (13 nominations) Neil Diamond released his 50th anniversary collection was released in In March 2017, a full half century after his first hit "Solitary Man." Diamond has sold more than 130 million albums worldwide throughout his career and has had 37 Top 40 hit...
-Certified units: 27 million (34 Gold, 10 Platinum, 4 Multi-platinum) -Grammy wins: 9 (31 nominations) Most famous during the "crooner-swooner" era, Frank Sinatra is best known for his swing style. "Ol' Blue Eyes" was not only a singer but also a well-known actor, starring in flicks like Ocean's 11. Some of his top albums include Strangers in the N...
-Certified units: 15.5 million (6 Gold, 5 Platinum, 3 Multi-platinum) -Grammy wins: 15 (29 nominations) Alicia Keys actually turned down a spot a Columbia University at the age of 16 in order to pursue music full-time. Six of the Grammy winner's albums have gone platinum: Girl on Fire, Songs in A Minor, The Diary of Alicia Keys, As I Am, The Elemen...
-Certified units: 38.5 million (12 Gold, 11 Platinum, 7 Multi-platinum, 1 Diamond) -Grammy wins: 7 (11 nominations) Folk-rock duo Simon & Garfunkel got their start early; their rendition of "Hey Schoolgirl" peaked at No. 49 on the Pop Chart when the two were just 15 years old. But it was during the '60s and '70s that the duo became a household name...
-Certified units: 13.5 million (11 Gold, 6 Platinum, 2 Multi-platinum) -Grammy wins: 16 (35 nominations) Paul Simon found plenty of success outside of Simon & Garfunkel. After the group's split at the height of their fame in the '70s, Simon struck out on his own and released his most beloved solo album, Graceland, in 1986. At the end of 2018, Simon...
-Certified units: 33.5 million (10 Gold, 7 Platinum, 6 Multi-platinum, 1 Diamond) -Grammy wins: 8 (28 nominations) Phil Collins got his start as the drummer for the band Genesis before becoming the group's lead singer and eventually striking out on his own. His first solo hit, "In the Air Tonight," is an '80s anthem, and his albums No Jacket Requir...
-Certified units: 30 million (17 Gold, 13 Platinum, 7 Multi-platinum) -Grammy wins: 10 (26 nominations) A true genre-bender, Linda Ronstadt has sung everything from rock to Latin to country to light opera. Most successful in the '70s and '80s, her top albums include gems like Heart Like a Wheel, Canciones de Mi Padre, What's New, and Simple Dreams....
-Certified units: 56.5 million (14 Gold, 13 Platinum, 12 Multi-platinum, 2 Diamond) -Grammy wins: 1 (4 nominations) Since the band's self-titled debut in 1978, Van Halen has been credited with "restoring hard rock to the forefront of the music scene." The group's most noteworthy albums include Van Halen, 1984, and 5150.
-Certified units: 47.5 million (28 Gold, 17 Platinum, 7 Multi-platinum, 1 Diamond) -Grammy wins: 3 (19 nominations) Old school country music singer Kenny Rogers has a genuine talent for storytelling, which is evident in the more than 120 million recordshe's sold. He completed his final world tour, The Gambler's Last Deal, in 2017.
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- The Beatles. The Beatles exploded out of north England with their debut single "Love Me Do," unleashing a sound unlike any musical artists' that came before them.
- Led Zeppelin. While firmly entrenched in the rock genre, Led Zeppelin's eclectic sound had a strong influence on the heavy metal bands that followed. The band possessed a unique combination of passion and expertise, infused with mystery and an experimental edge that kept them on the fringe.
- Johnny Cash. Johnny Cash, the original Man in Black, created a brand of country-folk music with grueling life experiences at its core. He wrote well over 1,000 songs in his lifetime, with more than 100 hits that pushed genre boundaries and influenced musical artists in rock, country, the blues, and even rap.
- Louis Armstrong. Louis Armstrong tops the list of the most influential black music artists in history. The informal, swinging vocal style he crafted during the Harlem Renaissance impacted such greats as Billie Holiday, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and a host of both jazz and pop artists in subsequent generations.
These influential world music artists have shaped global sounds and cultures, connecting diverse audiences through their unique styles. From Ravi Shankar's sitar to Bob Marley's reggae, their legacies highlight the power of music in bridging cultural divides.
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