Music-Drop Magazine

It’s that time of year again, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination time. This year’s bunch is without a doubt the most eclectic one I’ve ever seen from the hall, and it does suggest that the Hall is finally trying to move on the Halcyon days of the 1960s. With a few regulars appearing, and a few odd shots there are 19 nominees this year, ranging from essentials to unnecessary. I’ve decided to look at the nominees to the hall and see if I think they belong in the hall and if they will get in. Bad Brains Why they should be in the hall : As far as genres go Hardcore Punk is more ignored than Disco in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, so Bad Brains would be a solid representation for the genre in the hall. Who’ve they influenced? Rage Against The Machine, Faith No More, Red Hot Chile Peppers and Soundgarden Should they be in the hall? Yes, one day in the future perhaps. But not now. They aren’t even the most well known hardcore punk group; instead Black Flag should get in. ...

Yesterday (2/12/14), famous Riot Grrl band Sleater-Kinney took to Reddit to promote their recent reunion. Below are the top 10 things that were learned from the IAMA. See the full IAMA here . 1. Why the band don't use Bass? "Funny thing but I don't really love low end. That big bass sound that hits you in your gut is unpleasant! Not having a bass allows for the drums to occupy an interesting space in the music, which I really love. Also, bass players often make those funny faces." - Janet Weiss 2. Does Janet Weiss think that pop stars have cheapened the use of fans on stage? "You just put me and my fan in the same sentence as JLo and Beyonce? That is kind of awesome. I am not using it for the wind blown look, but to keep from sweating profusely. Not as sexy as those other ladies, right?" 3. Will there be a Portlandia skit involving the reunion? "Unlikely. But Fred offered to be our roadie in real life." 4. Our Pearl jam as cool in real life...

89.  Trout Mask Replica - Captain Beefheart Psychedelic/Avant Garde Released: 1969 88.  Cloud Nine - George Harrison Rock Released: 1987 87.  Ten- Pearl Jam Grunge Released: 1991 86.  Marquee Moon -Television Post Punk Released: 1977 85.  Heroes - David Bowie Art Rock Released: 1977 84.  Moby Grape - Moby Grape Psychedelic Rock Released: 1967 83.  Magical Mystery Tour - The Beatles Psychedelic Rock Released: 1967 82.  Born Under A Bad Sign - Albert King Blues Rock Released: 1967 81.  Plastic Ono Band - John Lennon Rock Released: 1970 80.  Sticky Fingers - Rolling Stones Blues Rock Released: 1971

As i'm certain you all know a royal baby is on its way, whether you're a member of the commonwealth or not I'm certain the media has force-fed you this information. Or maybe you're going to have a child yourself, congratulations if that is the case. So what songs will be on this list? Mainly Rock Songs, and some songs you may not believe are about children, they are in fact. 1. Pearl Jam - Daughter A song about a young girl with learning disabilities, this song attempts to highlight her everyday struggles.  2. Thin Lizzy - Sarah This song was about Phil Lynott's hopes and dreams for his new born daughter. 3. John Lennon - Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy) A song about John comforting his son Sean after he had a nightmare. 4. Elton John - Blessed This song expresses the hope of Elton's Songwriting partner Bernie Taupin that he will have a child before he gets too old. 5. Bob Dylan - Forever Young A Song reflecting his sons birth. 6. Stevie Wond...

Grunge; One of the most succesful music genres to spring up over the past 30 years, Headed by the group Nirvana you can guess who will be prominent in this list. But this list will also try to bring attention to some of the other brilliant albums of this genre. 5- MTV Unplugged In New York - Nirvana - Released 1994  The Final Nirvana Album, the one that proved to anyone that doubted them that they could infact play their instruments. It was made just 5 months before Cobain Died, and it was one of his last public appearances. 4- Daydream Nation - Sonic Youth - Released 1988 3- Superuknown- Soundgarden - Released 1994 2- Ten - Pearl Jam - Released 1992 1- Nevermind - Nirvana - Released 1991 

One Of the biggest stories in the news today (excluding the death of thatcher and north korea) is that Amnesty International are saying that the death penalty is beginging to wain in many of the countris which currently use it. We all have our views on whether or not it should remain or not, Personally i believe in the whole eye for a eye proverb. But i'm not going to start lecturing you about politics. So Instead here is my personal selection for 5 Songs about Capital Punishment. 1. Johnny Cash- 25 Minutes to go 2. Pearl Jam - Dead Man 3. Fairport Convention - Poor Will & The Jolly Hangman 4. Phil Ochs - Iron Lady 5. Tupac - 16 On Death Row