Wake Up! “Toxicity” is 25!
System of a Down’s genre-bending album, “Toxicity,” has turned 25!
Give Up the Funk!
After George Clinton was able to regain the Parliament name, he started producing albums for both groups, Parliament and Funkadelic. Parliament focused more on the funk/R&B side, and Funkadelic focused more on the rock side! In the process of doing all this George added more performers who were all recruited from James Brown J.B’s band. The performers would be Bootsy Collins, Fred Wesley, and Maceo Parker.
“Girl EDM” and the 2020’s Rise of Feminine Electronica
The past few years have seen a boom in Electronic music, but a subsection of it has formed itself into a unique subgenre using a touch of femininity in a previously male-dominated genre.
How did the 90s Shape Music Today
From hip hop and R&B to grunge and alternative rock, the sounds of the 90s helped shape the music we hear today. Decades later, artists are still building on the sounds, styles, and ideas that defined the era.
What is Older Brother-Core?
Bands that fit under the internet micro-trend “older brother-core.”
Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields is Changing the Game
Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields is flipping the script on the modern music festival, proving that a powerful lineup can create just as much impact offstage as it does under the lights.
The Return of Physical Media
Having every song at our fingertips does not mean we all have to listen to music the same way. Physical media just allows people to step outside of the box and enjoy it the way they like to. For Gen Z, physical media offers more control on how we interact and experience music.
From 2010s Indie Bedroom Pop to 2020s Ambience-Driven, Experimental Pop
Today’s indie artists draw inspiration from 80s and 90s nostalgia but with a darker, more ambient feel rather than the typical “chill” laidback vibe of the 2010s.
What Makes The “Perfect Album”? : A Conversation With TMB Staff
The phrase “no-skip” is thrown around with every popular album release, referring to how good the record is. But is there more to a perfect album than just good songs? And really, can any piece of art be considered perfect? See what the TMB staff has to say about their criteria for a “perfect album”, and examples of albums that check all their boxes.
The Beautiful Game: The Cultures, Music, and Game That Bring People Together
If you weren’t already aware, the 2026 World Cup is here! While some Americans have been busy watching the Knicks win or the start of baseball season, soccer has taken over the US. As someone who lives near one of the host cities, Atlanta, it’s almost impossible to ignore. Even if you aren’t in a host city, it’s all over social media. From German fan Freddy’s adventures to Korean fans eating Mexican food for the first time, this World Cup is bringing people together in a divided world.
Ska-Punk and Reggae Influences in Alternative Rock of The '90s
The renaissance of reggae rock and ska-punk in the ‘90s/early 2000s.
One Night in New York: Greta Van Fleet’s Return to the Spotlight
The Peaceful Army makes a return! Greta Van Fleet take the stage in a unique, One-Night-Only show in Brooklyn that propelled their momentum to new heights.
Courtney Love, Billy Corgan, and the “Indie Politics” of the 90s
Two music legends, Courtney Love and Billy Corgan, reunite on The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan podcast to discuss their individual and collective experiences as risings stars in 90s alternative rock.
An Exploration of The Spotify Daylist
From Pink Pony Pilates Monday, to Romcom Windows Down Early Morning, it’s time to sing praise of one of Spotify’s strongest playlist-curation tools.
Bad Bunny’s Symbolic Super Bowl Halftime Performance
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Performance was filled with rich symbolism and cultural traditions.
Handmade Gifts for the Music-Lover in Your Life
Whether you’re trying to reduce your consumption or be mindful of a budget, here are a few gift ideas for Valentine’s Day.
Mitski: What’s Happening in the Tansy House?
Mitski’s album cycles have always been cryptic, but Nothing’s About to Happen to Me has a whole new layer of mystery to it.
A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out - 20 Years Later
The year is 2006. Low-rise jeans are in fashion, emo music is beginning to come on the airwaves, and the world is going to change with a single album.
The Music Never Stopped: The Life & Legacy of Bob Weir
What a long, strange trip it’s been! Bob Weir left a lasting legacy on music as a whole and the way music is defined and created.
Harry Styles Teases New Album
Harry Styles is so back! Harry Styles announces new album “Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally. “ out March 6th.