Everyone knows everything about rock, which means nothing. Fortunately, we will not talk about the fate of fate, but about history and outstanding representatives of this musical direction. Wonder eternal questions We won’t talk about whether rock is still “alive” or has disappeared, but we’ll just listen to stories about music Dmitry Kazantsev, leader of the Moscow group Dr. Nick and a collector of rare vinyl.
– We will talk about Anglo-American music, because rock originated there. The first recordings appeared in the 18th century, it was folk. And if you go upward to the 1970s, you can draw a kind of line: folk - gospel - blues - country music (1920s) - rhythm blues (1940s) - rock and roll ( 1950s).
Here is a list of 10 groups that, in my opinion, shaped the concept of “ classic rock"(English) classic rock), created canons, set directions for the development of other rock styles in the 70s (glam, punk, new wave, electronics, etc.)
1) Elvis Presley . He mixed rhythm blues and country, this happened in the period 1954-1960, and thus rock and roll was born.
2) Beach Boys. Early rock. A group whose members were both authors and performers even before the Beatles, which was very rare at that time. They popularized surf rock, and Brian Douglas Wilson was recognized as the best vocal arranger of 5-voice polyphony.
4) Beatles. Main group"British invasion" and brilliant authors. If it weren't for the Beatles, we wouldn't know what Britain is like in terms of music. After 10 years of rock and roll, the world learned what British beat is.
5) Rolling Stones . Number two of the British Invasion. By imitating black performers, they made “white” rhythm-blues hyper-popular.
6) Jimi Hendrix . First guitar hero, a unique author and virtuoso, unsurpassed to this day.
7) Doors. Jim Morrison became the first cult singer-songwriter who was not an instrumentalist. Mystical music combining different styles and genres. Before him, no rock vocalist had been so popular.
8) The Band. Cult group“root rock” (eng. roots rock), which changed the course of the history of pop/rock music.
9) Led Zeppelin. Not the first, but the most successful “fathers” of hard rock and heavy metal.
10) Pink Floyd . The group that changed the idea of rock music twice: in 1967 with its author Syd Barrett. Syd Barrett), and the second time - in 1973 with the album “Dark side of the moon”.
– Why is it not on the list? Queen?
- This great group, but when they appeared, all the elements of their style had already been formed by their predecessors, and rethinking and play with what had already been created began.
–What about Russian rock?
– I would say differently. Was Soviet rock- this is protest music, the best representatives, in my opinion, are “Aquarium”, “Sounds of Mu”, “Zoo”. And in the 90s, the term “Russian rock” appeared, but the reason for the protest disappeared, and our rock turned into the pop mainstream. Of course, our rock was formed on the basis of Anglo-American rock, but with its own characteristics and character.
Listen today: Honest - God, enlighten my path.
God, enlighten my path!
God, enlighten my path, and my dear one.
Clear the road, the road home, of obstacles.
Yes, be with me, yes, sing with me, breathe with me.
The heart beats until death.
My soul sings, not me, not me, not me.
It's like I'm on a winged ship.
And somewhere there, far, high above us.
Yes, you are my God, high high.
The soul sings, and I sing with it.
And you have to write before the frost settles.
And you have to fly back there, the ticket there is
From where the past can never return.
And I know that’s the only way it will happen, that’s how I see it.
And I will never offend my mother again.
Yes, and it’s good to ruin yourself,
After all, there must be a clean life ahead.
And somewhere out there, in the distance, not far off -
That bird of happiness flies, with big wings.
Take me with you to heaven
While my city is behind the clouds.
And the pain in my soul, the melancholy.
I'm tired of these prickly friends already.
Yes, it’s better to be alone, easy.
So I wear a ring on my ring finger.
And somewhere out there, in the distance, I remember dreaming with you
On the white bank they threw stones into the water.
You and I were little, we were like family.
I hug you with golden arms.
In the whole wide world, you and I were alone.
Blown in our faces fresh wind, and in the eyes of stars, lights.
And there is no fear; there is no envy, no anger -
This is our brotherly relationship with him, don’t touch him.
And somewhere there, in the distance, and somewhere there, far away -
It was dark on our tough streets.
But I remember one thing - my brother is behind me.
I breathe with you, I live the same life with you.
And where we stood, others lay down.
We loved mom and dad, we were lucky.
There are newcomers in the area, and all the sneakers are covered in dust;
And garbage chases and stranded nights.
There was emptiness behind the soul, but the soul was pure.
Do you remember when they wanted to go into the clouds with you?
But that thief river took you away so early.
I remember how your mother cried.
I wanted to be with you, but fate wanted it differently.
And you left me, my dear brother.
How many boys have gone to heaven?
I still keep your voices in my soul.
My heart and my soul are with you.
I love you as much as a baby’s mother loves!
And I fly high, into the skies.
I'm waiting for a white streak to come in my life.
I will never forget, brother, those days -
These lights will always burn for me!
And in the heart that the mother is alone,
That's why she doesn't want to understand me.
My father is not around, although he is alive and well.
Just say something to him, at least a few words.
I'm there, away from home.
I am where the feelings are unfamiliar.
Sick nerves. Fate is a bitch.
I feel as if I have come out of a fog.
And somewhere out there, in the distance, we were misbehaving.
They stole when they were broke, they ate in half.
Somewhere there, in the distance, there, behind the fogs -
My childhood flashed by like lights.
Many musicians presented not full-length releases this summer, but singles from their expected albums. Full works will be released in September Foo Fighters, Ariel Pink, The Killers, Ringo Starr, IAMX, The National and Hurts. Albums “Thank You”, “Pasosh” and Antokha MC are also expected.
Alice Glass - Alice Glass
After the breakup, the canonical line-up of Crystal Castles did not leave fans without new music. Now there is twice as much of her: Ethan took Edith Francis into the project, with whom they have already released a full-length album, and Alice Glass, who left the group, began solo work.
Don't compare new music The duo with Crystal Castles doesn't work out. All sound changes seem rather cosmetic. What’s even sadder is that in comparison with Crystal Castles, all the creations of Ethan and Alice lose. However, this is subjective.
None of these songs compare to the big hits of Crystal Castles, but this album packs a punch with a balanced mood and emotional power that proves Alice is just as convincing in her mellow mode as she was in her former wild stage presence.
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If we put aside comparisons and past love for Crystal Castles, then in the album of the same name by Alice Glass you can see a lot of interesting things. The stories became more personal. Perhaps this is exactly the act of self-expression that Alice could not allow herself within the framework of the duet. The singer's emotional register is wider here. At times her voice explodes no worse than in Baptism, but in Without Love and The Altar another part of her is revealed - a more delicate and sensual one. All this is supported by heavy lyrics - such that one can no longer even dare to talk about Alice’s insincerity.
The album may appeal not only to fans of Crystal Castles and acid discos, but also to all lovers of energetic electronic music and other punk rock with synthesizers.
UNKLE - The Road, Pt. 1
One of the most significant albums of 2017 is the eighth full-length release of the group UNKLE. Critics and listeners praised The Road, Pt. 1, and seven years have passed since the release of the previous Where Did the Night Fall.
When experimental music is mentioned, it usually implies that a certain amount of effort must be put into understanding the meaning and beauty of the songs. UNKLE is a project that couldn’t be more experimental, but understandable to everyone from the first listen.
It can hardly be called a group in classical understanding- rather, it is a web that unites talented artists. It included DJ Shadow, Thom Yorke (Radiohead), Josh Homme (Queens of the Stone Age) and dozens of others famous personalities. Weaving this web is musician, DJ and owner of the Mo’Wax label, James Lavelle. UNKLE, along with Massive Attack, laid the foundations of trip-hop in the 90s, but the current work is quite difficult to classify as this genre.
The Road, Pt. 1 shows that Lavelle is already close to finally emerging from the shadow of UNKLE's triumphant debut. This record is begging to be listened to on repeat, while intrigued while waiting for The Road, Pt. 2.
The Line of Best Fit
The album is not influenced by modern musical trends: Lavelle tried to achieve a fresh and innovative sound without departing from the traditions of the group. The idea was a success: UNKLE could not be accused of self-copying or radical genre changes, and the songs turned out to be quite different. If you're partial to alternative British music, then The Road, Pt. 1 should not pass you by.
Among the most common recommendations for choosing audio for work are the following: choose music without words, use songs with predictable and simple refrains, listen to video game soundtracks and popular songs that are pleasant to the ear. This is what we were guided by when choosing 20 songs for this playlist.
How music promotes productivity
Research results The effect of music listening on work performance. conducted by Teresa Lesik, Assistant Professor music therapy at the University of Windsor, they say that music primarily affects the mood of employees. And only then, joyful and filled with dopamine, they break productivity records and leave workplace in a cheerful mood.
But this relationship is not as simple as it seems at first glance. Not every professional will experience positive changes in productivity when listening to music. First of all, music helps those who are engaged in physical rather than intellectual labor.
Research Music - an aid to productivity. confirm the thesis about the positive role of music on industrial production, even if she has to coexist with the noise of tools and machines. When routine tasks are constantly repeated, music makes them more interesting.
There is no need to think about the benefits of music if we are talking about working in a large and noisy office. Experiment The effect of speech and speech intelligence on task performance., conducted by the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, proved that human speech affects the performance of cognitive tasks more negatively than static noise. High-quality headphones that do not allow ambient noise to pass through are a salvation for a worker in open space.
What kind of music is suitable for work?
Here, as in choosing music for any other task, everything is purely individual. But it is still possible to develop some recommendations.
Don't forget about the correct volume. Experiment Is Noise Always Bad? Exploring the Effects of Ambient Noise on Creative Cognition., conducted at Oxford University, confirmed that employees who listen to music at a moderate volume (70 dB) are more productive than those who raise it to 85 dB or, conversely, listen to music at a level of 50 dB or lower.
Instrumental music
The negative impact of speech on productivity also affects when listening to songs with lyrics. This is especially true for music, where the words are easy to understand and they are sung in native language. Therefore, if your work is related to verbal language, postpone listening to Russian-language compositions until later.
Music from video games
Listening to game soundtracks at work is quite logical, because they are usually written so as not to distract gamers from the game itself.
Monotonous music
If the refrains in the music are simple, there is no complex structure, changes in keys and other unpredictable turns, then it is ideal for work that requires concentration and involvement. Suitable, for example, ambient or chillwave.
Familiar music
If we like music, then it brings us more joy. Moreover, such compositions will be more predictable, because you have already heard them. True, one of the studies Effects of background music on concentration of workers. shows that it’s better not to overdo it with personal preferences either - perhaps you should choose something pleasant and neutral.
Sounds of nature
According to research Tuning the cognitive environment: Sound masking with “natural” sounds in open-plan offices., published in the Journal of the Acoustical Society of America, natural sounds also have a beneficial effect on productivity. Soft and unobtrusive background noise is what you should strive for. Various collections of nature sounds can help with this.
What to use to listen to music at work
Headphones
As an individual audio system for a noisy workroom, it is best to use closed, full-size headphones - they provide the most complete sound insulation. We recommend paying attention to the Philips SHB9850NC with solid sound and ActiveShield Pro™ active noise reduction system.
The sound in the SHB9850NC is provided by two 40mm drivers, and the headphones work via Bluetooth and an AUX interface. Thanks to the closed design and smart noise reduction system, ambient sounds won't interfere with your music listening, and what you listen to won't cause discomfort to people nearby.
Add in the comfort of soft ear pads, voice assistant connectivity, and the ability to fold the SHB9850NC for compact portability, and you've got a great pair of headphones for the city that will perform just as well in a noisy office environment.
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Little is required from office acoustics: good loud sound and compactness, allowing you to comfortably place the device on an office desk. An excellent option is the Philips EverPlay BT7900 wireless Bluetooth speaker with two 1.5-inch active speakers.
The speaker is equipped with two active and two passive radiators that produce balanced and clear sound, and the power of 14 W is enough to fill an average office with music.
We're back to thinking about how to effortlessly bring you closer to being the best person in the office. It turns out that just listening to music at work is enough. The main thing is to decide on the genre; this, as it turned out, is also important.
Remember we told you that music can help you. But even if you are the happy owner of your own office, this is not a reason to deprive yourself of the right to listen to your favorite song. Yes, yes, we know that you go to work to work, not to have fun. Well, what does entertainment have to do with it? This is all purely for the benefit of the cause.
According to recent studies, people perform work faster and more accurately when listening to music. So you can safely open the page of some online store and choose the coolest headphones or speakers, whichever you like best. In the meantime, we’ll tell you what exactly you need to listen to in order to amaze everyone with your productivity and attentiveness. Here, as always, everything is not easy, each task requires its own style of music, but we will help you figure it out.
Classical music for working with numbers and attention to detail
Guinea pigs in this experiment(aka ordinary workers) showed better results when they listened to classical music while solving mathematical problems. By comparison, those who completed tasks in silence were 12% less successful. Listening to classical masterpieces also helped subjects with tasks that required concentration, such as spelling.
Mozart for learning new information
But not all classical music equally useful. More precisely, all of them are useful, but the effect is different. For example, at the University of California they found that listening to the works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart improves brain function, especially in cases where the brain is busy remembering and assimilating new information. So if you want tomorrow you need to learn the kilometer-long speech with which you planned to start the meeting, you know what to listen to.
Pop for data entry and working under deadlines
When listening to pop music, performance on data entry tasks increased by as much as 58%. And the subjects with pop music in their headphones completed tasks faster than everyone else. Also listening to this musical genre helped make 14% fewer mistakes. In general, if you didn’t really like pop music until this very moment, then it seems it’s time to reconsider your musical tastes. Well, at least for the duration of work.
Ambient for monotonous work
Abstruse and mournful ambient, completely devoid of words, will be an excellent help for those who have been given monotonous work. Invented by the Englishman Brian Eno, this strange music helps you focus on the task and avoid unnecessary mistakes. Here's a great reason to expand your musical horizons. It’s unlikely that you’ve listened to ambient music before.
Dance music for proofreading and problem solving
Something peppy that makes various parts of the body twitch rhythmically will be suitable for those whose work involves finding errors and checking spelling, and for those who constantly have to solve something. The main thing is not to accidentally start dancing.
In general, if you suddenly hear tuna-tuna-tuna coming from the headphones of a colleague sitting next to you, do not rush to accuse him of idleness. Perhaps it just works. There's also a good chance that he's now doing a better job than you. So buy yourself a pair of headphones too and follow his example before some music lover gets the promotion you were so hoping for. In general, we need to raise this all to a higher level high level. The boss is more interested in your productivity than anyone else? So let him order a DJ for your office. Or a violinist.
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