Danger Mouse - Good News for People Who Love Bad News by Gregory G., Phoenix, AZ Modest Mouse is one of my favorite bands.I have been enjoying and rocking out to their music for two years now. Ifirst heard about them through a friend when they were not mainstreampunk/rock. Continue...
JayZ - The Black Album by Ashley W., Charlotte, NC If you are a true rap fanatic, Jay-Z’s songs ring a familiar tune you cannot help but chime in with. He is the legend that is the industry we all know and love. Shawn Carter, also known as the great Jay-Z, is rap’s reigning king. Continue...
Josh Groban - Closer by Robin C., Cedar City, UT Two years after his self-titled debut album, Josh Groban is still stopping people dead in their tracks. With a liege of fans called Grobanites that includes everyone from Oprah to soccer moms, vocal enthusiasts to teenagers. Continue...
MC Solaar by Meagan V., Boardman, OH In my French class, I learn about thelanguage, the people and the culture. I don’t mind French (exceptthe verbs); the people aren’t bad, and they have some greatcustoms. The music is great, too, except for one singer - MC Solaar. Continue...
Sum 41 - Chuck by Michael F., Wilmington, DE Kids are often drawn to edgier music, whether it is Eminem preaching about the injustices of the world or the provocative Britney Spears. Teens like music if it’s something their parents wouldn’t approve of. Continue...
West Side Story Soundtrack by Laith A., Oshkosh, WI When I heard the original Broadway soundtrack to “West Side Story,” I was absolutely blown away.
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