MUSIC

22 Hamilton Lyrics, Explained

After centuries of being best known as the guy who was killed by Aaron Burr, Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway musical, 'Hamilton,' is bringing the achievements of the "10-dollar founding father" front and center.

Watch Two Master Film Composers Explain Their Creative Process

Every movie soundtrack tells a story—and few composers know more about musical storytelling than Hans Zimmer and Clint Mansell.

13 Rocking Facts About Hard Rock Café

What began as an American burger joint in London has become a worldwide collection of tourist destinations.

Preview an Opera About New York City's Dramatic Urban Planning History

'A Marvelous Order' will explore the mid-century battle between the powerful Robert Moses and city activist Jane Jacobs.

The Musical Easter Egg Hidden in Windows 95

"Clouds" might be the catchiest noise Windows 95 ever made.

12 Fun Facts About Dollywood

Dolly Parton's theme park (and water park, and resort) in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, attracts millions of visitors each year. Here are some facts about Dollywood you should know.

25 Things You Should Know About Nashville

It may be known as the Music City, but Nashville can do a lot more than just carry a tune. It’s a leading healthcare provider, a foodie destination, and a must-see for history buffs.

Lil Bub is Dropping Her First Album

'Science & Magic' is slated to drop December 4.

Hamilton Uses Hip-Hop to Fit More Than 20,000 Words Into 2.5 Hours

The new show may possibly be the fastest-paced Broadway musical ever.

10 Twangy Facts About Disney's Country Bear Jamboree

Even a bona fide Liver Lips McGrowl groupie might not know these facts about the classic Disney attraction.

15 Famous Songs With Misunderstood Meanings

Here's what they're really singing about.

Here Are the Most Iconic Songs Ever, According to Science

Computer scientists tried to find the perfect song.

8 Pop Culture References to Yogi Berra's "It Ain't Over Till It's Over"

The fat lady has nothing on Yogi's "It ain't over" saying.

Happy Birthday to Everyone! "Happy Birthday" Finally Enters Public Domain

Say goodbye to "For He's a Jolly Good Fellow" as a stand-in.

50 Years of Monday Night Football's Memorable Theme Music

Are you ready for some football? How about a trip down musical memory lane to rediscover the many Monday Night Football theme songs?

11 Bloodthirsty Facts About Little Shop of Horrors

At first, the horrifically hilarious musical remake wasn't a huge hit. Since then, you might say it has grown on people.

5 Of The Most Amazing Items Ringo Starr Put Up For Auction

Ringo Starr is putting over 800 items up for auction, including various items from his days in the Beatles.

Kate Hudson and Patrick Fugit star in Cameron Crowe's Almost Famous (2000).

15 Golden Facts About Almost Famous

In 2000, 'Almost Famous'—Cameron Crowe’s poignant, semi-autobiographical film about going on tour with rock stars in the 1970s and writing about it for Rolling Stone—was released in theaters.

10 Groovy Facts About The Jackson 5ive

For a brief moment in Saturday morning cartoon history, 'The Jackson 5ive' saw cartoon versions of Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael embarking on adventures—and totally jamming out.

Now You Can Experience Beethoven’s Music in Virtual Reality

The Los Angeles Philharmonic is using technology to make classical music more accessible.

10 Star-Crossed Facts About West Side Story

After this daring musical made its Big Apple debut in September 1957, critics reacted as if an atomic bomb had gone off over Manhattan.

Cisco’s Default Hold Music Was Composed By a 16-Year-Old Computer Nerd

If this music sounds familiar, you're not alone.

The Time Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Delayed a Guns N’ Roses Concert

Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo repopularized karate, raised awareness about environmental issues, and had a strange hold over Axl Rose.

Sleep Through this Piece of Classical Music—It’s What the Composer Wants

Composer Max Richter has written an eight-hour lullaby called "Sleep," which will be enjoyed from beds during its debut performance.

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