Author: Shauna Murphy
MTV and 1980s Music Fashion: How Videos Changed Style
Discover how MTV transformed 1980s fashion. Learn how artists like Madonna and Michael Jackson turned music videos into global style tutorials, changing how we shop and dress forever.
Regional Press and Alt-Weeklies: How Local Scenes Shaped Music Journalism
Discover how regional press and alt-weeklies shaped local music scenes and launched legendary critics. Explore the rise, fall, and digital evolution of alternative weeklies.
1970s Hard Rock Radio: How FM Formats Amplified Heavy Guitar Music
Discover how 1970s FM radio formats like AOR amplified heavy guitar music. Learn how album-oriented rock replaced AM singles, boosting bands like Led Zeppelin and shaping modern rock.
Women Behind the Boards in Soul: Arrangers, Producers, and A&R
Discover the untold stories of women who shaped soul music as producers, arrangers, and A&R execs. From Sylvia Moy at Motown to modern catalog leaders.
MTV Style: How 1990s Music Videos Changed Editing Forever
Discover how 1990s MTV Style transformed music videos with fast cuts and visual rhythm. Learn about the technical tricks behind the grainy, high-energy aesthetic.
Grunge's Enduring Legacy in Alternative and Emo Revival Scenes
Discover how 90s grunge shaped the modern emo revival. Learn about soft grunge, DIY ethics, and the lasting impact of Seattle's sound on today's alternative scenes.
Portable vs. Modular Synths: Form Factors, Practicality, and Best Use Cases
Explore the practical differences between portable and modular synthesizers. Learn how form factors impact live performance, studio work, and travel, and find the right setup for your needs.
1990s Reggae Production: Digital Riddims, Studio Craft & Key Techniques
Discover how digital riddims transformed reggae production in the 1990s. Learn about the key gear, studio workflows, and iconic producers that defined the sound of 90s dancehall.
Big Hair Techniques: How to Achieve Authentic 1980s Volume
Learn how to recreate authentic 1980s big hair using backcombing, heat styling, and product layering. A practical guide to achieving that iconic volume.
Reggae Impact on Hip-Hop: The Sound System Connection
Discover how Jamaican sound systems, toasting, and dub techniques formed the structural backbone of hip-hop. We explore the historical migration, musical mechanics, and cultural politics that link Kingston to the Bronx.
Sub Pop Records in the 1990s: How They Built the Grunge Movement
Discover how Sub Pop Records transformed from a broke Seattle indie label into the global face of the grunge movement. Learn about the Singles Club, Nirvana's impact, and the business strategies that defined the 1990s.
Women Funk Artists: Powerful Voices in the Groove
Discover the powerful voices of women in funk, from Lyn Collins and Chaka Khan to Brazilian funkeiras, and how they shaped the genre's history and culture.