It’s often been said that music is a universal language. So why was “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X initially removed from the country Billboard charts? Hallease and Evelyn use this hit record to talk about the business of music and how it...

This video highlights the achievements and qualities of two renowned football players, Xavier Hernandez Cruz (Zavi) and Frank Lampard. Zavi is praised for his creative playmaking abilities and his dedication to FC Barcelona, while...

Michael Ballack is a highly successful and decorated footballer, known for his impressive team and personal achievements. With a lucrative salary at Chelsea and endorsements from top brands like Adidas, Coca-Cola, McDonald's, and...

This video tells the story of Didier Drogba's career, from his successful stint at Marseille to his move to Chelsea and his ups and downs with injuries and managers. It highlights his goal-scoring abilities and the impact he had on both...

This video highlights the career of Frank Lampard, a professional footballer who played for West Ham United and Chelsea. It covers his transfers, his success under different managers, personal tragedies, and his continued contribution to...

Trace the journey of Black music from the post-WWII rhythm and blues era through the rise of Motown, the powerful voices of the Civil Rights era, and the emergence of hip-hop in the Bronx. Learn how each genre influenced the next,...

Discover the emergence of ragtime and blues music during and after the Reconstruction Era. Learn how ragtime brought a rhythmic, danceable sound to America, while the blues gave voice to personal stories of struggle and resilience....

Join musician Chris Funk on a journey to discover the soulful rhythm and blues scene hidden within Portland, Oregon. Meet Ural Thomas, a legendary figure whose music transcends generations, proving that talent knows no boundaries.<br/>

The Great American Songbook, a collection of jazz standards and show tunes created by talented songwriters in early 20th century New York, provided solace and joy during difficult times in U.S. history.

At a time when homosexuality was illegal in the United States, LGBTQ+ artist and pioneer Gladys Bentley broke all the rules to become one of the wealthiest Black performers of her time.

Lisa Feldman Barrett, Northeastern University, describes how the concept of variability is a key concept to understanding the brain that has been consistently overlooked as we developed invalid assumptions of brain processing based upon...

Never been quite sure what the pentatonic scale is? Know what the pentatonic scale is but not sure how to use it? Want to improvise or compose a really effective piece without having to know much about theory or chords? Get creative with...

This is a lecture video on the topic of wavelength and color. The video focuses on the visible light portion of the electromagnetic spectrum, which can be split into different colors. The video explains the relationship between...

This is the story of Route 23, known as the Country Music Highway that stretches across Eastern Kentucky, the home of some of America's greatest Country Music stars

Long before the phenomenon that was Amy Winehouse, whose mesmerizing voice captivated millions, there was Janis Joplin, to whom Winehouse was often compared. While Joplin only released three albums during her lifetime (and a few...

Alice Allison Dunnigan was an African-American journalist, civil rights activist, and author born on the 27th of April 1906 in Kentucky. She was the first African-American female correspondent to receive White House credentials and the...

Arrested Development has an incredibly unique use of music. In fact, they couldn't have actually told the story without the music. Music is an important part of a TV show. But, in Arrested Development, it's not just a background layer -...

Welcome to our video about the city of Memphis, Tennessee! In this video, we will take you on a virtual tour of this historic city and explore its rich musical heritage, cultural landmarks, and mouth-watering cuisine.

Heavy metal is a musical genre known for its loud instrumentation, fast tempos, and aggressive style. This video explores the genre's origins in the 1970s with bands like Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath, as well as its evolution into...

Sister Rosetta Tharpe was one of the most influential artists of the 20th Century born on the 20th March 1915 in Arkansas, U.S. She was a talented singer, songwriter, and recording artist who attained popularity in the 1930s and...

The Stono Rebellion of 1739 saw enslaved people rise up using coded sounds that sowed the seeds of jazz, blues and hip hop.

Explore the origins of Blues music in the American Deep South and its evolution from African American work songs and European American folk music. Learn about key musical characteristics of the Blues, such as the call and response...

What is swing rhythm? Some people find playing swing rhythm a little tricky. In this music theory lesson, we explain what swing rhythm sounds like, how to play swing rhythm and how to count swing rhythm. Swing rhythms appear in jazz and...

It’s often been said that music is a universal language. So why was “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X initially removed from the country Billboard charts? Hallease and Evelyn use this hit record to talk about the business of music and how it...