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Rock Music
Rock music is a style of music that began in 1955 with Chuck Berry. The "Golden Years" of Rock included Elvis Presley, the Beach Boys, and the Beatles. Today's most popular rock bands are Minutes to Midnight, Linkin Park and Three Days Grace. Rock music is enjoyed throughout the world.
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What was Elvis Presley's childhood and family like?
Elvis had many obstacles in his life beginning with the knowledge that he was the only baby/son to survive when he was on January 8, 1935. Elvis' twin brother, Jessie (named after Elvis' grandfather) Garon, was born "stillborn" (i.e. dead).
Elvis had many medical conditions as a child including; asthma, chronic insomnia, sleepwalking, anxiety, allergies, etc.
Elvis and his family were very poor.
At one point Elvis' lost his Father, Vernon Presley, as he spent time in jail for altering a check (note: Vernon made full restitution to the state and to the injured party).
Elvis was "different" in the way he expressed himself, the diversity of his taste in music/style, and even the clothes he wore.
After he became famous, during the height of his fame, he was drafted into the US Army where he served from 1958-1960.
Elvis' beloved Mother died on August 14, 1958 and Elvis never got over losing his mother and knew that his being away in the Army wore heavily on her heart.
Elvis was one of the first celebrities whose marriage problems, resulting in a divorce decree issued on October 9, 1973, were made public in the newspapers - TV - radio, etc. Elvis loved his daughter, Lisa Marie, and had to adjust to the reality that his time with her would be limited, but of quality, because of the divorce.
As Elvis' heath issues increased (i.e. problems with his eyesight, his digestive system, pain in his joints/bones/knee/back, heart, etc.) so did his dependency of prescribed medications.
In 1977 a book entitled "Elvis, What Happened", which was written in part by two of his oldest friends who had worked with Elvis from his earliest days until 1976, disclosed Elvis' use of prescription medications. In spite of his ill health, and fearing his fans would abandon him, Elvis kept his contractual obligations and allowed the filming of his live concert. Elvis looked very "bad" and the swelling was obvious to anyone and yet he sang his heart out and hit notes that few singers could ever hope to hit. He (literally) gave his fans all that he had.
The obstacles Elvis had were not wholly unique to him but one of the lessons of Elvis' life is to use the talents you are blessed with and the harder the obstacle the sweeter it is when you overcome it - learn from it - and help others to do the same.
Who is the drummer for nightwish?
Jukka Antero "Julius" Nevalainen, born in 1978, is the current and original drummer for Nightwish. He also plays for the band Sethian. As a random side note, he is a vegetarian.
Where did Elton John play his first show?
He started out as a pub pianist in 1962 at the age of only 15, playing at The Northwood Hills Hotel in London. He covered songs by Ray Charles and Jim Reeves, as well as singing some material he'd written himself. During the end of his time here, he was in a short-lived band called The Corvettes.
In '64 he and some friends formed an R & B band called Bluesology; over the next two years he divided his time between doing solo gigs at a London hotel bar, working as a courier for a music publishing company, and working with Bluesology. By the mid-'60s, the band was backing American soul and R & B musicians such as The Isley Brothers, Doris Troy and Patti LaBelle and the Bluebelles. In '66, they were invited to become the main backing group for Long John Baldrey, and played 16 gigs with him at London's Marquee Club.
After failing auditions for lead singer in the bands King Crimson and Gentle Giant, John (then still known as Reginald Dwight) answered an advert placed in the New Musical Express placed by Ray Williams, then the A&R man for Liberty Records. When they met, Williams gave Dwight a stack of song lyrics written by Bernie Taupin which needed melodies written for them. Dwight duly wrote tunes for some of the songs, posted them to Taupin who was impressed with them, and this cemented their musical partnership which still continues today. in '67, the two recorded Scarecrow, which was to become the first Elton John single. Six months later, Dwight changed his name to Elton John in tribute to Bluesology saxophonist ELTON Dean and to Long JOHN Baldry.
The team of John and Taupin became staff songwriters for DJM Records in '68, writing material for artists like Roger Cook and Lulu. By the following year, John was acting as session pianist for band such as The Hollies, Roger Hodgson, and The Scaffold. On the advice of music publisher Steve Brown, the duo began writing more complex songs for Elton to sing, which included 'I've Been Loving You' and 'Lady Samantha'. On 3rd June '69, Elton released his first album Empty Sky. The follow-up album, called simply Elton John, came out in April 1970, and thenceforth, his musical career took off and has gone from strength to strength.
What kind of Music does Bon Jovi Play?
As a life of the band long fan... Its some pure and simple Rock and Roll.
A rock concert in a medium sized club with profesional equipment could go up to 107db.
Mind you everything above 80db is extremly harmfull for your ears!
120 db is the painlimit!
When you go to a club or concert do not shout in someones ear, you wouldn't do that at home either. Always wear earplugs.
What is the difference between rock and rap?
Rock is hardcore, guitar solo, SHABAM!! kind of music. Rock and roll is more smooth, similar to rhythm and blues, and laid back.
Rock and Roll was a post WW2 multicultural music movement which combined music from many existing genres including but not exclusive to Blues, Country, R&B, and Gospel.
Rock is the appropriation of Rock and Roll for affluent white teens.
Jimmy Dean was an United States Country music singer, television host, actor and businessman. Although he may be best known today as the creator of the Jimmy Dean Brand,
Dean died at age 81 June 13, 2010, of natural causes at his home in Virginia. He is also survived by his second wife Donna and his nephew, country music singer Billy Dean, Thanks for using WikiAnswers!
What school did John Denver's first wife go to?
Denver's first wife Annie Martell, attended St. Peters college in MN.
I think, *think*, that you're thinking of Black Hole Sun by Soungarden. Does it also have the people in the neighborhood as it gets swallowed by a black hole? That's one of my favorite videos and songs.
What are the largest selling heavy metal albums?
I'm guessing that you mean the modern Metal influenced Post-Hardcore bands like A Day To remember rather than the bands leaning more towards 80's Hardcore Punk like Fugazi!
If so, I'm guessing amongst the best selling will be:
Homesick by A Day To Remember (2009)
Life is Not a Waiting Room by Senses Fail (2008)
Take to the Skies by Enter Shikari (2007)
Crisis by Alexisonfire (2006)
Say Hello to Sunshine by Finch (2005)
This of course is what I think will be the best selling, not necessarily the best! Personally my favourites are For Those Who Have a heart by A Day To Remember and Bone Palace Ballet by Chiodos
How did Blues impact the development of Rock and Roll?
In the early 1950s, White musicians like Bill Haley covered songs by Black rhythm and blues musicians like Jimmy Preston. DJ Alan Freed played R & B records on the radio in Cleveland.
Who is the oldest rock band still alive?
The Rolling Stones, REM, Guns n' Roses, Genesis, and Bon Jovi have been around for a while.
Dont forget ZZ TOP !
The Tremeloes founded in 1958 and still active
The Brothers Four founded in 1957/58 and still active.
What year was living on a prayer by Bon Jovi released?
'Livin On A Prayer', off of the album Slippery When Wet, was a #1 hit for Bon Jovi in 1986.
Eric Clapton has been married twice. His first marriage was to Pattie Harrison nee Boyd. Eric Clapton's first marriage ceremony to Pattie took place at his Estate in England in 1978. They then discovered that the marriage was not legal as the man who had married them was in fact not officially licensed to perform marriages. Their second marriage took place in the United States in 1979. Pattie Clapton divorced Eric Clapton in 1988. Eric Clapton was married on January 1, 2002, to his second wife, Melia McEnry, in England. By then, they had a daughter together, Julie Rose, who was born on June 13, 2001. Eric Clapton remains married to Melia McEnry at this time, and they do have three daughters together. Eric Clapton met Melia McEnry at a social event after one of his performances, which took place in Columbus, Ohio in 1999. Eric Clapton stated that Melia McEnry introduced herself to him at that time, and that they started dating shortly thereafter.
What album did the Eagles release the song entitled Desperado?
Originally, Johnny cash sang Desperado however it has been re-recorded by many artists including Kenny Rogers, The Eagles, Clint Black and Garth Brooks
Correction...originally sang by the Eagles and covered by Johnny Cash Linda Rhonstadt, Clint Black, Kenny Rogers, and GArth Brooks
When was Bon Jovi first formed?
Bon Jovi breifly broke up after the New Jersey album in 1988, but formed again with Keep the Faith in 1992. Bass player Alec John Such left/was fired after KTF and in 1995, they regrouped with the record These Days.
Who is the lead singer of the rock band heart?
There were 2 Singers in Heart. They are the Wilson Sisters, Ann and Nancy Wilson
Did Elton John ever marry a female?
Yes. Renate Blauel, married 1984, divorced 1988
That's right- she was a German recording engineer who was working at a studio where Elton was recording one of his albums. They married in the April of '84, and never had any children before their divorce.
Found the following list on the web:
http://forum.dvdtalk.com/music-talk/282572-whats-most-remixed-song-ever.html
One user quotes..
'A complete list of Enjoy The Silence (it was 300 the last time I check it's now 906 remixes
Queen - We Will Rock You
"We Will Rock You" has been remixed profesionally, on the internet, and by local schools (for pep rallies and cheerleading events) since 1977. Between 700,000-1,000,000 different remixes, in many genre, exist on youtube alone. Not to mention the hundereds of sporting events, movies, and theatrical presentations it has been remixed for.
