Can You Be Conservative and Punk?

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

Do The Beatles Still Get Royalties?

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

Is My Chemical Romance a Christian Band?

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

Does Fall Out Boy Use Autotune?

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

Why Do The Ramones Sound British?

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

Does Childish Gambino Use Autotune?

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