Author Archives: Jas

Dominic Howard: The Pulse Behind Muse

Dominic Howard’s drumming is the quiet force that often goes unspoken amidst Muse’s grandeur, but [...]

Lyrics – Hot Hell Room – Somber Day

From the album Architect of Chaos, Somber Day by Hot Hell Room was released in [...]

Lyrics – Celine Dion – Tout L’or Des Hommes

Released in 2003 as the lead single from Céline Dion’s French-language album 1 fille & 4 types, “Tout [...]

Lyrics – Clara Luciani – Le Reste

Released in 2021 as part of her album Cœur, “Le Reste” by Clara Luciani is a glittering [...]

Lyrics – Celine Dion – Pour que tu m’aimes encore

Released in 1995, Pour que tu m’aimes encore is one of the most iconic French-language songs [...]

Lyrics – Coeur de Pirate – Ensemble

Béatrice Martin’s (Cœur de pirate’s real name) vulnerable and intimate vocal performance captures the song’s [...]

Lyrics – Chicago – I’m A Man

More than just a cover, Chicago’s version of “I’m a Man” is a reinvention

Against All Odds: The Life and Legacy of Phil Collins

From his early days as the energetic drummer of Genesis to his solo career that [...]

Clem Burke: From Heart of Glass to Heart of Groove

Clem Burke’s drumming is more than a backdrop to Blondie’s hits, it's a driving force, [...]

Lyrics – Eric Clapton – Layla (Unplugged)

Layla is a classic rock masterpiece, blending intense emotion with musical virtuosity.

Lyrics – Eric Clapton – She’s Waiting

The lyrics of the song She's Waiting tell a story of a woman stuck in [...]

From Bebop to Modern Beats: The Influence of Jazz Drumming

Jazz drumming, especially bebop, set the foundation for modern drumming’s creativity, expressiveness, and technical evolution.

Lyrics – Billy Joel – You May Be Right

The song’s driving energy and rebellious attitude reflect the influence of late-70s rock and punk, [...]

Lyrics – The Outfield – Your Love

“Your Love” was composed by guitarist and songwriter John Spinks, who was inspired by the [...]

Lyrics – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers – American Girl

 Tom Petty wrote the song while living in an apartment near a freeway, and it [...]

Lyrics – Muse – The Small Print

The Small Print is one of Muse’s most aggressive and high-energy tracks. It blends the elements of [...]

Lyrics – Whitney Houston – I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)

The song became a global sensation, showcasing Houston’s powerhouse vocals alongside an energetic, drum-driven groove.

Lyrics – Vianney ft Mika – Keep It Simple

With both artists contributing to the melody and lyrics, the songwriting process became a dynamic [...]

Lyrics – The Rolling Stones – Undercover of the Night

Deeply influenced by the violent political climate in Latin America, Mick Jagger crafted the lyrics [...]

Lyrics – Eddie Floyd – Knock on Wood

The soul classic “Knock on Wood” was written by Eddie Floyd and Steve Cropper during a thunderstorm.