Punk music came about in an era of big social changes and heightened political climates. And while there were many left-leaning punk bands, there were also some right-wing ones. But can you be conservative and punk? Here’s what I know from decades of loving punk: A number of successful punk artists are conservative, including Johnny … Read more
Bernard Sumner became an instrumental figure in Joy Division, New Order, and Electronic, lending each band a distinctive sound. However, the frequent criticism of his guitar skills for over 4 decades now makes me wonder: Is Bernard Sumner a good guitarist? Here is what I know from being a Sumner fan: Despite his success, Bernard … Read more
The Beatles are undoubtedly one of the most successful rock bands in history. And while the members and their estates don’t really need more money, it’s interesting to wonder, do The Beatles still get royalties? The Beatles still got royalties after Michael Jackson purchased their catalog in 1985, but only performance royalties and not songwriting … Read more
My Chemical Romance is a complicated band. And their lyrics deal with a wide variety of subjects, sometimes sounding religious. But is My Chemical Romance a Christian band? My Chemical Romance is not a Christian band. However, the band is influenced by religion, specifically Christianity, and bandleader Gerard Way’s Catholic upbringing certainly influences the spirituality … Read more
Fall Out Boy has withstood the test of time in the music industry. Patrick Stump, the band’s lead singer, has been praised for his singing and wide vocal range. But does Fall Out Boy use autotune? Here’s what I’ve learned: Fall Out Boy has utilized a small amount of autotune in their later recordings, having … Read more
Maybe it’s the famous ‘ey o, let’s go’ instead of the American ‘hey ho, let’s go’, but many people, after hearing The Ramones for the first time, want to know why do The Ramones sound British? Here’s what I know being a lifelong fan: Joey Ramone, the lead singer of The Ramones, tended to sound … Read more
After years of conflict, bassist Peter Hook left New Order in 2007. There have also been some legal battles too. But most fans agree his presence is sorely missed. So will Peter Hook rejoin New Order? Here’s what I think from following the split extensively: Peter Hook denies any chances of reconciliation with New Order … Read more
Joy Division is seen as one of the most important bands of the post-punk movement, despite their short lifespan. Many know they morphed into New Order, but why did Joy Division change their name to New Order? Here is what I know from being a huge fan of both bands: Joy Division changed its name … Read more
Joy Division is beloved by millions despite only existing for a few years. Many people know they became New Order and went on to great success. But is New Order better than Joy Division? Here is what I know from being a lifelong fan of both: New Order is not necessarily better than Joy Division, … Read more
Childish Gambino is one of the most innovative artists in recent years. Not only is he recognizable by Childish Gambino, which is his stage name, many also know his acting work as Donald Glover. But for his singing, does Childish Gambino use autotune? Here’s what I’ve learned: Childish Gambino does use autotune in some of … Read more