happy heavenly birthday to prince 💜👑
at just 19 years old, prince played all 27 instruments on his debut album, ‘for you’ 🎸🥁🎹
released in 1978, the album served as an early glimpse into the musical genius that would redefine pop, rock, funk, and r&b for decades to come ✨
Growing up as a kid during the Thriller, BAD, 1999, Purple Rain, Whitney, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, Control, and Rhythm Nation, albums, was just incredible!! The music industry was so exciting then. Michael, Prince, Whitney, & Janet, REIGNED!
‘Most of All’ was a nostalgic ode to love and longing, steeped in the essence that defined much of JMSN’s work around the “It is.” era. Featuring lush live instrumentation—piano, drums, bass, and violin—the track captured a heartfelt yearning for the moments and emotions that linger in memory. JMSN’s soulful delivery, paired with the refrain of “mmm-mmm-mm,” brought a tender intimacy to the song. The accompanying music video showcased JMSN performing in an empty room, moving freely to the music. Ballet dancers and a string quartet join him at moments, their presence adding a layer of elegance and emotional depth. The minimalist sonics of ‘Most of All” highlighted JMSN’s ability to blend simplicity and sophistication.
One of the world’s rarest animals, photographed for the first time in over 20 years
The critically endangered Ili pika was rediscovered in China in 2014 by conservationist Li Weidong after more than two decades without a documented sighting.
It's the 50th anniversary of Luther's 1976 self-titled album! 💿
Luther was a group led by Luther Vandross who released 2 albums between 1976 and 1977. For the first time, those albums were recently made available to stream. Listen to Luther here: https://t.co/d3y4r0Tduw
This man found tickets for a Michael Jackson concert in 1988 while cleaning out for a move.
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The ticket sold for just £17.50, which would be roughly $65–$80 USD in today’s money.
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(Via @TOPB0YZEE)
The music you know. The story you don’t.
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson tells the story of the Grammy-award winning band chronicling their evolution, highs and lows, spiritual meaning, and lasting legacy. #EarthWindandFireHBO premieres June 7 on @HBOMax.