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Styx – Doyle’s Space: Music Hall of Fame

DeYoung said in an interview with Circus Magazine in 1979 that the name Styx came up in the discussion of names, and they kept it because “it was one of the hundred names we tried, and it turned out to be the only one that none of us hated”.

The American rock band Styx emerged from the vibrant Chicago music scene in the late 1960s, formed by a group of young musicians whose roots lay in neighborhood friendships, school bands, and a shared fascination with British rock,

My Favorite Alternative Rock Songs (Part One)

This is a series of posts that will talk about some of my favorite Alternative Rock songs. See if you agree with any of these!

“Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana was written by band members Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, and Dave Grohl and released on September 10, 1991, as the lead single from their second album, Nevermind; produced by Butch Vig, the track emerged from a loud-quiet-loud dynamic inspired in part by the Pixies and was built around

Lyrical: “Jesus” (Part One)

These are songs that contain “Jesus” in their lyrics.

“Tower of Babel,” written by Elton John with lyrics by Bernie Taupin, appears on the 1975 autobiographical album Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy, where it serves as one of the darkest and most biting commentaries on the duo’s early struggles in the London music scene. The song paints a stark portrait of a world filled with

Halloween Songs (Part Three)

Some scary tunes for your turntable.

There are lots of songs that relate to the Halloween holiday. In these posts I’ll write about some of my favorites. This will include low hanging fruit as well as some you may have not heard. No matter the situation I hope some of these songs will get you into the Halloween spirit (get it?). Do I even have a ghost of a chance listing some you like…..ok I’ll stop.

Prince – Doyle’s Space: Music Hall of Fame

Prince left behind a vast legacy that transcended genre, race, and convention.

Prince Rogers Nelson, known mononymously as Prince, was born on June 7, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His parents, John L. Nelson and Mattie Della Shaw, were both musically inclined—his father a jazz pianist and songwriter, his mother a jazz singer. This musical environment deeply influenced Prince from an early age.

The Monkees – Doyle’s Space: Music Hall of Fame

The Monkees, once derided as artificial, ultimately earned critical reevaluation for their enduring catalog, artistic resilience, and cultural impact, culminating in a richly documented legacy of hit singles, successful albums, and beloved performances spanning more than half a century.

The musical journey of the Monkees began with four young men from disparate backgrounds, each with varying degrees of musical and performance experience, who came together through a unique convergence of television and pop music. Before their union as a group, each member had carved out individual paths that would ultimately shape the dynamic of the Monkees.

My Favorite Albums – Here We Go Again – Demi Lovato

But you’re so hypnotizing, You’ve got me laughing while I sing
You’ve got me smiling in my sleep, And I can see this unraveling
Your love is where I’m falling, But please don’t catch me…

Here We Go Again, the second studio album by American pop-rock artist Demi Lovato, was released on July 21, 2009, by Hollywood Records. Coming less than a year after her debut Don’t Forget, the album represents a notable shift in creative direction. Determined to step out from the stylistic shadow of the Jonas Brothers,

Lyrical: “Black and/or White” (Part One)

Songs that contain the Lyrics “Black and White” or “Black or White”.

“Black or White,” by Michael Jackson, is a powerful pop anthem released in 1991 as the lead single from his album Dangerous. Written by Jackson and Bill Bottrell, the song combines rock and dance-pop elements with a central message of racial unity and equality. Known for its iconic music video featuring groundbreaking morphing technology,

Lyrical: “Learning to Fly” (Part One)

Songs that contain “Learning to Fly” in the lyrics.

“Learning to Fly” is a classic song by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, written by Petty himself along with Jeff Lynne. Released in 1991 as part of their album “Into the Great Wide Open,” the track became a fan favorite and climbed the charts, reaching number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Aerosmith – Doyle’s Space: Music Hall of Fame

“I know it’s everybody’s sin / You got to lose to know how to win”

Aerosmith is an American rock band formed in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1970. The band’s formation and rise to prominence are pivotal in the history of rock music, characterized by their blues-inspired hard rock style, energetic performances,