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
Many people listen to the music of talented artists and wonder if they use autotune. Despite the longevity of Panic! At the Disco and the powerful voice behind them, fans often wonder, does Brendon Urie use autotune? Here’s what I’ve learned: As with most current pop stars, Brendon Urie does use some autotune on Panic! … Read more
Chris Walla first joined Death Cab for Cutie back in 1997 when it became a full band. He also helped work on the demo cassette when Ben Gibbard was the only official member. But after 17 years, Walla decided to leave. So why did Chris Walla leave Death Cab for Cutie? Here’s what I know … Read more
Fans of Death Cab for Cutie know singer Ben Gibbard’s distinctive voice. They also know that Gibbard fronts a synth-based side project called The Postal Service. But the synth band Owl City sound very similar, leading many fans to wonder, is Death Cab for Cutie Owl City? Here’s what I know from being a DCFC … Read more
LCD Soundsystem is a band led by vocalist, songwriter, instrumentalist, and engineer James Murphy. The band’s music is varied and made interesting by the use of many synthesizers ranging from cheap to some of the rarest ones found. So what synths do LCD Soundsystem use? Here’s what they use the most: LCD Soundsystem uses the … Read more
The Postal Service is a band that started as a side project for the lead singer of Death Cab for Cutie, Ben Gibbard. But while they have a lot of sad songs in their catalog, is the Postal Service emo? Here’s what I know from being a fan and seeing them live: The Postal Service … Read more
Chris Martin is one of the best-known and most-loved singers of our time, and Coldplay’s songs often have heartfelt and delicate melodies delivered with a lot of sincerity. But does Chris Martin have perfect pitch? Chris Martin does not have perfect pitch, which is the ability to hit a note perfectly without any musical accompaniment … Read more
Snow Patrol was first founded back in 1994, and is known for slow, sad, and highly emotional. Because of that, some fans have wondered, is Snow Patrol emo? Here’s what I know, having been a fan since the early 2000s: Snow Patrol is not considered emo, although there are a lot of emotions running through … Read more