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Black Lives Matter: 4 Songs Against Racism and Oppression From The Last Decade

As "Black Lives Matter" echo once more from the streets to the Internet following the death of George Floyd, music has been one of the things holding people together. Here are four songs from the last decade calling out systemic oppression, police brutality, and racism.
Black Flag: One of the First Hardcore Punk Icons

One of the icons of nonconformance in the early 1980s, Black Flag created an imprint in the industry even as it disbanded in 1986. From the rise and fall of it all, take a look at one of the most prolific punk rock bands in history.
5 Artists Who Quit Social Media Even Before The 1975's Matty Healy Did

The Internet has claimed yet another victim as The 1975 frontman Matty Healy leaves Twitter after facing backlash for expressing his support of the Black Lives Matter movement. However, Healy is not the first person to call it quits from the social media world. Here are 5 other musicians who left social media even before Matty Healy did.
Fall Out Boy: The Phoenix From Under The Cork Tree

With its members Patrick Stump on rhythm guitars and vocals, Pete Wentz on bass, Joe Trohman on lead guitars, and Andy Hurley on drums, the band have dominated the 2000s with hits like "Sugar, We're Goin Down," "The Take Over, The Breaks Over," and "I Don't Care." From their debut, their temporary breakup, and their illustrious return, take a look at how Fall Out Boy rose from their ashes.
The Normal Heart: Remembering Larry Kramer's Fight Through His Work

Morally honest and unapologetic, Larry Kramer's advocacy translated to his work, often through the eyes of his character and alter-ego Ned Weeks. Here are some of Larry Kramer's works, written decades ago but still remains just as relevant.
Father's Day: 7 Hip Hop Songs That Celebrate Dads

Let us focus on the joy of fatherhood with this hip hop song list recorded by music artists for a meaningful Father's Day celebration.
Weezer: Painting Alt-Rock Blue, Red, Black, and Everything in Between

Weezer is currently a part of the rock trifecta behind the Hella Mega Tour, together with Fall Out Boy and Green Day. While the planned world tour is postponed, Rivers Cuomo and the rest of the band remain in touch with their new songs and covers. Take a brief look at the band that has taken the genre in a multi-color journey.
4 Musicians Who Left Right Before Their Bands Hit Stardom

As bands and artists often reach a fork on their roads, not everyone takes a unanimous vote on which path to take. Here are four musicians who left their bands right before stardom.
Green Day: From Sweet Children to The Father of All

As Green Day recently postpones the North American dates of the "Hella Mega Tour" with fellow headliners Weezer and Fall Out Boy, there is no better time to revisit the punk act's history. From a teenage band to a global rock icon, Green Day is the act that never seems to end.
4 People Secretly Behind Most of Your Favorite Music

What most people don't know is that there is a smaller group behind most hit songs, performing and contributing to each critically-acclaimed music. Here are four people secretly behind most of your favorite songs.
4 Pieces of Classical Music That Mean Quite The Opposite

Looking at the origins of these familiar tunes actually put a damper on the otherwise celebratory mood they bring. Here are four of the most popular pieces of classical music that mean quite the opposite.
5 Things To Do For Music Lovers While Staying At Home

Staying-at-home for a long time has broken our usual routine. For music lovers, there are several other things you can do to maximize your time.