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PARAMORE By The Numbers

Stream N' Destroy • 39 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🎶 Music Streaming Social media Sales Albums
  1. Paramore has a huge online following with millions of listeners and social media followers.
  2. Their top songs like 'Misery Business' and 'Still Into You' have hundreds of millions of views and streams.
  3. Paramore has achieved multiple platinum and gold certifications for their albums and singles.

Playlist: Bring Back the Summer

Teniade Topics • 39 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
🎶 Music Playlist
  1. The playlist theme is lazy hot girl summer inspired by Janelle Monae's 'Lipstick Lover'.
  2. The playlist has a lot of Kaytranada, normal amount of Jorja Smith, and unexpected Busta Rhymes features.
  3. The playlist is great for those with Taurus placements and captures the essence of summertime.

The New Cue #322 September 29: Steven Wilson, Mutual Benefit, Simon Williams, The Murder Capital, Really Good Time, VLURE, Wilco, Underworld

The New Cue • 39 implied HN points • 29 Sep 23
🎶 Music Interview Album Streaming
  1. Steven Wilson created his latest album with no specific agenda in mind, leading to a surprise-filled and diverse record.
  2. The album was born out of a period of lockdown-induced isolation, allowing Wilson to experiment without external pressure.
  3. Wilson's creative process for this album was organic and uncontrived, with no predetermined genre in mind.

The New Cue #324 October 6: The Bees, Molly Burch, English Teacher, UNIVERSITY, Sufjan Stevens, A.S.O, Sonic Cathedral, John Grant & Midlake, deary

The New Cue • 39 implied HN points • 06 Oct 23
🎶 Music Reviews Interviews Music history
  1. The Bees' breakthrough 2002 hit, 'A Minha Menina', was born out of a moment of spontaneity and led to unexpected opportunities.
  2. The Isle of Wight Festival played a significant role in exposing The Bees to a variety of music genres.
  3. The Bees are planning a comeback, with members looking to create music together again after a period of inactivity.
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Dave Stein, RIP

Stream N' Destroy • 39 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🎶 Music Obituary
  1. Dave Stein was a prominent figure in the East Coast hardcore and punk music scene.
  2. He was known for his work as a DIY promoter, record label founder, and attorney representing bands like Taking Back Sunday and Portugal. The Man.
  3. Dave Stein was described as a resilient, inspirational, and philanthropic individual who made a significant impact on those around him.

I have a new album • Meditations

SJF • 39 implied HN points • 12 May 23
🎶 Music Album Musician Support
  1. The artist is working on a new album called 'Meditations' set to be released on July 21st.
  2. The album will contain about 40 minutes of new music.
  3. Listeners can pre-order the album on Bandcamp and support its creation on Patreon.

Corey Taylor, Baroness, TesseracT

Stream N' Destroy • 39 implied HN points • 27 Sep 23
🎶 Music Album Sales
  1. First-week album sales data for various artists in the US and Germany are discussed
  2. BRIT certifications for Deftones, Creed, Limp Bizkit, and Bowling For Soup are highlighted
  3. Recent artist signings and music industry updates are shared, including Spotify charts rankings

Asking Alexandria, A7X, Des Rocs

Stream N' Destroy • 39 implied HN points • 06 Sep 23
🎶 Music Album Sales
  1. Article covers first-week album sales, Spotify charts, and BRIT certifications for various rock bands.
  2. Highlights statistics for Asking Alexandria including monthly Spotify listeners and social media followers.
  3. Lists new signings for record labels and British sales certifications for bands like Avenged Sevenfold and My Chemical Romance.

My Favorite Moments from The Eras Tour

The Reclamation Era • 39 implied HN points • 01 Sep 23
🎶 Music Artists Albums Concerts Reviews Culture
  1. Taylor Swift's music can really resonate with personal transformations, making her songs feel like a soundtrack to life changes.
  2. The Eras Tour featured many of her popular albums, like Folklore and Midnights, which excited fans and created memorable experiences.
  3. Many people find joy and connection through live concerts, which can leave a lasting impact and be worth every penny spent.

The silence of Ryuichi Sakamoto

Silentium • 79 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🎶 Music Silence
  1. Ryuichi Sakamoto emphasizes the importance of silence for balance and mental clarity.
  2. Getting older has made Sakamoto value silence more as it helps empty the mind.
  3. Too much information intake can hinder our ability to move and think clearly.

The 20 Gigs I Reviewed in 2023:

Sounds Good! • 19 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🎶 Music Reviews
  1. The author reviews gigs to capture moments and preserve them as a public record.
  2. Even though most reviews were planned as paid content, the author values the meaning behind complimentary tickets.
  3. The author is navigating new rules about sharing reviews when tickets are comped, learning as they go.

Note of Absence

GOOD INTERNET • 34 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🎶 Music Notes
  1. The author is without internet access for days and possibly weeks, impacting their content creation and communication.
  2. Despite the absence of 'really GOOD INTERNET,' the author promises more good music content in the future.
  3. The author expresses uncertainty about when they will be able to log on again but assures followers they will hear from them when possible.

On Tour!

Dada Drummer Almanach • 67 implied HN points • 22 Aug 23
🎶 Music Live Music Concerts Music Events
  1. The Dada Drummer Almanach is taking a break for a tour featuring shows in the UK, Iceland, and France.
  2. The author is excited to perform in London and Glasgow with friend Richard Youngs.
  3. The newsletter's continued support is appreciated, with paid subscriptions helping sustain the author's analog life.

AI Invasion:

Eric Harper • 3 HN points • 13 Jun 24
🎶 Music AI Industry Creativity Jobs Technology
  1. AI is rapidly growing in the music industry, even capable of generating fully produced songs imitating popular singers.
  2. Creative individuals are concerned about the influence of AI on art and culture, as it may lead to generic, algorithm-driven content.
  3. While AI can enhance workflow and assist in creating music or art, maintaining the human element is crucial to preserving the essence and authenticity of creative work.

The New Cue #265 February 27: Shame

The New Cue • 19 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
🎶 Music Album release Collaborations
  1. The New Cue #265 discusses the theme of shame in the band Shame's new album, featuring insights from Charlie Steen.
  2. Charlie Steen from South London's Shame shares how they collaborated with Phoebe Bridgers for one song.
  3. The article offers a 7-day free trial to subscribe to The New Cue and access full post archives.

Viva Forever! (2013)

Mule Britannia! • 19 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
🎶 Music Pop Group dynamics
  1. The rise and fall of The Spice Girls, their quick global stardom, and eventual downfall after only 3 years.
  2. The story of how the Spice Girls were formed, including auditions, member selection, and their journey to fame.
  3. The creation and failure of the musical 'Viva Forever!' based on the Spice Girls, leading to financial losses and a short run.

The New Cue #275 April 3: Feist

The New Cue • 19 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🎶 Music Music
  1. The post discusses the new Cue #275 featuring Feist on April 3, 2023
  2. It mentions the upcoming Maundy Thursday and its significance
  3. Readers are encouraged to subscribe to The New Cue for full access to the post archives