June 2, 1987 – one of the most anticipated albums of the year hit the shelves, as Whitney Houston’s sophomore eponymous studio effort embarked on a journey to create music history, exactly 30 years ago today. By this time, Houston was already America’s young new sweetheart, following the ground-breaking reception of her self-titled debut album … “30 years of ‘Whitney’ – Celebrating the second studio album by Whitney Houston”
Category: Music Throwback
10 Best LIVE Performances of Mariah Carey Showcasing Her Extraordinary Vocal Talent
There’s no denying the fact that Mariah Carey is one of the best vocalists of her generation. The 5-time Grammy award winner, who scorched the music scene with her 1990 released self-titled debut album, went on to become one of the most formidable divas of the 90’s, selling millions of records worldwide and delivering hit … “10 Best LIVE Performances of Mariah Carey Showcasing Her Extraordinary Vocal Talent”
Throwback to when Aretha Franklin filled-in for an ailing Pavarotti and stunned everyone
Back in the year 1998, Opera legend Pavarotti was scheduled to perform the classic aria, ‘Nessun Dorma’ – the final act opener from Turnadot, at the 40th annual Grammy awards.However, when the late legend fell sick at the very last moment of the show’s telecast, the show’s organizers had to immediately find another artist to … “Throwback to when Aretha Franklin filled-in for an ailing Pavarotti and stunned everyone”
Freddie Mercury lost most of his foot before death, reveals Queen bandmate Brian May
In a recent interview with Times Magazine, Brian May revealed some deep dark secrets from the final moments of Freddie Mercury’s time here on earth.The legendary late vocalist died of AIDS in the year 1991, after battling with the disease for very long. May told Times, about how one of his foot was almost lost … “Freddie Mercury lost most of his foot before death, reveals Queen bandmate Brian May”
The Top 10 Best Patti LaBelle Songs Of All Time
There should be no doubt in anyone’s mind about the fact that Patti Labelle is one of the most powerhouse divas of the century. A fierce voice of Soul and RnB – Patti LaBelle can still light the stage up with fire the way she did in the early 1960’s while putting her chops to … “The Top 10 Best Patti LaBelle Songs Of All Time”
‘My Heart Will Go On’: 20th Anniversary of Celine Dion’s iconic ballad from ‘Titanic’
By 1997, Celine Dion was already a multi-platinum selling artist and before the release of the James Horner composed classic in December, she had already dominated pop music with two consecutive diamond selling albums in the United States with Falling Into You (1996) and Let’s Talk About Love (1997) – both of which sold over … “‘My Heart Will Go On’: 20th Anniversary of Celine Dion’s iconic ballad from ‘Titanic’”
Throwback: When Mariah Re-recorded Her Vocals on ‘When You Believe’ After Hearing Whitney’s Take
In 1998, when Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey collaborated to sing the theme song for the biblical animated feature, ‘The Prince Of Egypt,’ the result was an Oscar winning classic that somehow managed to exemplify their vocal prowess past both of their primes. ‘When You Believe’ is unarguably one of the greatest duets in Pop … “Throwback: When Mariah Re-recorded Her Vocals on ‘When You Believe’ After Hearing Whitney’s Take”
A look back at the Genius of Whitney Houston: Greatest Love Of All from Statue Of Liberty, 1986
In the year 1986, a four-day celebration of the 1984 restoration and the centenary of the Statue of Liberty took place in New York City. It began on July 3 and ended on July 6, 1986. The ceremony on July 4, included the ‘Americana Concert’, with the Boston Pops Orchestra led by John Williams, featuring … “A look back at the Genius of Whitney Houston: Greatest Love Of All from Statue Of Liberty, 1986”
The Top 10 Best Songs of Mariah Carey – Definitive Hits From the Diva
Mariah Carey gave us some of the most memorable tracks for a major part of the 90’s and she continued to further her catalog in the 2000’s. The talented, Grammy-winning vocalist, has lent her glorious instrument to a number of high-octane ballads and uptempo’s. But there are some gems that certainly stand above the rest. … “The Top 10 Best Songs of Mariah Carey – Definitive Hits From the Diva”
Throwback to the time when EDM hit the music industry by storm
EDM has been around for a couple of decades now, but it was 2012-2013 when DJ’s like Martin Garrix, Afrojack, DV&LM released infectious chart-toppers like Animals, Mammals, Wake Me Up and revolutionized Electronic Dance Music industry. Whether or not you’re fond of EDM or synthetic sounds, the era in history is going to be recognized … “Throwback to the time when EDM hit the music industry by storm”