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Four Lads

2010-04-23T06:31:24Z

PeteyS:

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Four guys from [[Canada]] who grew up together in [[Toronto]], Corrado “Connie” Codarini, John Bernard “Bernie” Toorish, James F. “Jimmy” Arnold, and Frank Busseri would become one of the top singing stars of the 1950’s known as “The Four Lads”.

Mitch Miller, A&R Director of Columbia records recruited them to sing backup for some of the artists he recorded. One unknown artist [[Johnnie Ray]], became a major star with his Hit Parade topper “Cry” and “The Little White Cloud that Cried” with the Four Lads behind him. This opened the door for The Four Lads to become stars themselves.

In 1953 they made their own ﬁrst gold record, “Istanbul (Not Constantinople)” and a year later hit with “Skokiaan.” In 1955 they repeated with “Moments to Remember” skyrocketing The Four Lads to fame.

In 1956 “No, Not Much” and “Standing on the Corner” reached the top of the Hit Parade. The following year “Who Needs You” and “Put a light in the Window” were top ten hits and in 1958
“There’s Only One of You” and “Enchanted Island” again reached the top ten nationally.

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Four Aces

2010-04-23T06:31:18Z

PeteyS:

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Born in Chester, [[Pennsylvania]] on August 10, 1922, '''Al Albertini''' graduated from South Philadelphia High School, whose alumni included many other singing stars of that era, including '''Mario Lanza''', '''Al Martino''',''' Buddy Greco''' & '''[[Eddie Fisher]]'''. Following graduation, Al attended Temple University and served in the [[United States Navy]] during [[World War II]] where he met '''Dave Mahoney'''. After discharge in 1946 they performed as a duo before inviting musicians '''Rosario (Sod) Voccaro''' and '''Lou Silvestri''' to join them as an instrumental combo.

Soon they would discover they harmonized beautifully and became the '''Four Aces''', full time vocalists as Al shortened his last name to Alberts and sang lead with Dave, Sod and Lou singing tenor, baritone and bass.

Their first hit was “It’s No Sin” in 1951 that stayed on the best selling charts for 22 weeks peaking at #4 nationally. It was followed by a two sided hit, “Tell Me Why” and “Garden In The Rain”. “Perfidia” reached the top ten in 1952 as did “Should I”. In 1953, “Stranger In Paradise” landed in the top five and in 1954 the Four Aces topped the Hit Parade with “Three Coins In The Fountain”. A year later their biggest hit, “Love Is A Many Splendored Thing,” from the motion picture of the same name, also hit #1 and was a best seller for 21 weeks straight. It also won the Academy Award for best song that year.

Among the more than 40 hits during the 1950’s the Four Aces charted with “Should I,” “Heart And Soul,” “I’ll Never Smile Again,” “Heart Of My Heart,” “Wedding Bells Are Breaking Up That Old Gang Of Mine,” “Dream,” “It’s A Woman’s World,” “Mr. Sandman,” “Melody Of Love,” “Heart,” “A Woman In Love,” “Friendly Persuasion,” “Written On The Wind” and “Chapel In The Moonlight”.

The Four Aces are 2008 nominees at the Hit Parade Hall of Fame.

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Extreme

2010-04-23T06:31:08Z

PeteyS:

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'''Extreme''' is a band from the late 1980's most famous for the song "More Than Words", a touching ballad which demonstrates a frustration in a relationship many experience. Less well-known is that at least 3 of the 4 members of Extreme are Christian and use Christian images in their music. Though they personally hold Christian values, they would not be considered a "Christian Rock Band", since the majority of their songs appeal to the mainstream audience, and they are not overt about their religion, though at no time do they deny it.

==Christian Oriented Songs==
Their first album ''Extreme'' includes a song called "Watching, Waiting" which about the death of Christ on the cross, with the line "Staring at the Son, not even knowing who you are". A second song from the same album is about abortion. "Rock-a-by" includes the lyric "If you could only hear the [[silent scream]] when you wake them up from their dream.'''

The song "Hole Hearted" on the second album ''Pornograffitti'' seems like just a love song, but if the lyrics are read carefully, they more directly relate to the only love that can truly fill the cold soul: "There's a hole in my heart that can only be filled by You." Also, in the official lyrics, "You" is capitalized.

The third album is a more mature relationship with Christ and God, suggesting the self-doubt and questioning many have from time to time. "Seven Sundays" asks the question "Can I have a week of Sundays, since that's the day that I spend with You". Again, it is possible the track could be a simple love song, but in context of the album and the authors, as well as factoring in the capitalized "You", a message of love of God or Jesus is a valid alternate reading. The song "Please tell me God isn't dead" is exactly what it self-evident, a plea in the face of a lost world. The final three songs on the album, collectively called "The Truth", talk about self-doubt, leaving the flock, and finally, in the third song of the trilogy and last song of the album, the return to the Kingdom. The album makes the statement that no one is perfect and that it is possible to leave and come home to God's love.

The fourth and final album is far more cynical of the world in general. "Evilangelist" blasts televangelists and others who use God for profit, for political position, or for agenda. The song puts forth that no government, political point of view, or nation owns God, and those who use God and His message in this way are hypocrites. Another song, "There is no God" is devoted to satirizing those who choose not to accept God and His message.

==Gary Cherone==
Gary Cherone, lead singer of the band, went on to form another band called Tribe of Judah, an unabashedly Christian band with a philosophical, introspective message.

Cherone is pro-life and is somewhat famous for challenging Eddie Vedder on the stance of "Abortion on Demand". Cherone does draw the line when the child is dying in the womb and the abortion would cause less impact to the mother or if the mother herself faces serious health risks, stating that he feels this is a fair balance of the mother's rights to live versus the baby's rights to live.

==External Links==
*[http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/glimpses/2003/exitelvis.html| Tribe of Judah Review]
*[http://vox-nova.com/2007/06/20/letter-to-eddie-vedder-by-gary-cherone/ Cherone's Open letter to Eddie Veder, challenging Vedder's pro-choice position]

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Evanescence

2010-04-23T06:30:44Z

PeteyS:

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'''Evanescence''' is a [[rock]] band from [[Little Rock]], [[Arkansas]]. The band is difficult to classify a sub-genre to, but [[gothic rock]] is the majority viewpoint.

==Discography==
*[[Fallen (album)|Fallen]] (2003)
*[[The Open Door]] (2006)

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Dropkick Murphys

2010-04-23T06:30:03Z

PeteyS:

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The '''Dropkick Murphys''' are a [[Celtic]] [[punk rock]] group founded in the basement of a South Boston Barber's shop in 1996. The single "Shipping up to Boston" from their 2003 album: "The Warrior's Code" (originally penned by [[Woody Guthrie]]) was featured in the 2006 drama "The Departed," directed by Martin Scorsese. The Murphys are adamant [[Red Sox]] fans and enjoy a strong following amongst their South Boston working class fanbase. The Dropkick Murphys' album's include many covers of traditional [[Irish ballads]] and drinking songs, as well as themes involving the concerns of the working class man and labor unions. They perform a live show every year on March 17th (St. Patricks day) in the Avalon Ballroom in Boston. In 2004, the Murphys recorded a rock version of the customary Boston Red Sox anthem "Tessie" to help spur their beloved Sox to a victory at the 2004 [[World Series]]. The band's bagpiper, Spicy McHaggis, left in 2005 to pursue a family with his girlfriend.

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DragonForce

2010-04-23T06:29:59Z

PeteyS:

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'''DragonForce''' is an English power metal band comprising guitarists Herman Li and Sam Totman, vocalist ZP Theart, drummer Dave Mackintosh and bassist Frédéric Leclercq. Formed in London in 1999, the band quickly became famous for their combination of extremely fast, technical speed metal, twin lead guitar sound, vocal harmonies and catchy pop melodies. The band first achieved widespread popularity and critical acclaim in the [[UK]] with their second album, ''Sonic Firestorm'', which was followed by an extensive world touring schedule. The inclusion of their song "Through the Fire and Flames" in the game ''[[Guitar Hero III:Legends of Rock]]'' helped increase their popularity in the [[USA]].
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Dogwood

2010-04-23T06:29:53Z

PeteyS:

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'''Dogwood''' are a Hardcore [[Christian]] [[punk]] band from [[San Diego]]. Many of their songs teach of the [[Christian]] [[faith]]. Some examples of this are ''Jesus'', ''Patriotic Pride'', and their most well known hit, ''Do or Die''.

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Dixie Chicks

2010-04-23T06:29:47Z

PeteyS:

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The '''Dixie Chicks''' have the distinction of being the highest selling female group in any musical [[genre]]. They are the only country group, and the only female group, of any genre to earn two consecutive Diamond Awards, which are given for albums that sell 10 million copies. <ref>http://www.dixiechicks.com/</ref>

The Dixie Chicks' career started in 1990, from their home in [[Dallas]], [[Texas]]. There were originally four singers and instrumentalists combining the sound of [[Country and Western]] and [[Bluegrass]] music: sisters Martie and Emily Erwin, Laura Lynch and Robin Lynn Macy, although the latter left the group in 1992.

In 1995 Laura Lynch left the group and Natalie Maines was recruited as their new lead singer. By this time the Erwin sisters had married and played under the names of Martie (Erwin) Siedel and Emily (Erwin) Robison. The success of their albums ''Wide Open Spaces'', ''Fly'', and ''Home'' led to their being asked, in 2003, to perform "The Star-Spangled Banner" at Super Bowl XXXVII.

Later in 2003 Natalie Maines made an unguarded comment at a concert in London, saying:

<blockquote>''Just so you know, we’re on the good side with y’all. We do not want this war, this violence, and we’re ashamed that the President of the United States is from [[Texas]].''</blockquote>

Directly after this, co-band member Emily Robison said that the band supported the American troops.<ref> ''Shut Up And Sing'', 2006</ref>

Maines' comment angered many people, who believed she should not have criticized the President during the approach to a war. For a time, their career foundered, because of the vociferous opposition of people who disagreed with them. Demonstrations were held, and death threats made towards them. Ironically, their right to make their remark was defended by President [[George W. Bush]], who said:

<blockquote>''Freedom is a two-way street. I don't really care what the Dixie Chicks said. I want to do what I think is right for the American people, and if some singers or Hollywood stars feel like speaking out, that's fine. That's the great thing about America.''</blockquote>

Maines later apologised, saying:

<blockquote>''As a concerned American citizen, I apologize to President Bush because my remark was disrespectful. I feel that whoever holds that office should be treated with the utmost respect. We are currently in Europe and witnessing a huge anti-American sentiment as a result of the perceived rush to war. While war may remain a viable option, as a mother, I just want to see every possible alternative exhausted before children and American soldiers' lives are lost. I love my country. I am a proud American.''<ref>http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/music/2867221.stm</ref> </blockquote>

However, the recent documentary film ''Shut Up And Sing'', which chronicled the whole affair, and the success of their album ''Taking The Long Way Round'', seems to indicate that this was a short-term [[hiccup]] in a story of solid musical success. <ref>http://www.dixie-chicks.com/</ref>

==Discography==

''Thank Heavens for Dale Evans'' (1990) 
''Little Ol' Cowgirl'' (1992) 
''Shouldn't a Told You That'' (without Robin Lynn Macy) (1993) 
''Wide Open Spaces'' (with Natalie Maines replacing Laura Lynch) (1998) 
''Fly'' (1999) 
''Home'' (2002) 
''Top of the World Tour: Live'' (live concert album) (2003) 
''Taking the Long Way'' (2006)

==References==

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Disturbed

2010-04-23T06:29:42Z

PeteyS:

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'''Disturbed''' is a popular alternative metal [[band]] from in [[Chicago]], [[Illinois]]. They spawned many hits such as "Down With The Sickness" and "Stricken". Their latest album, ''Indestructible'', was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America in July 2008, for shipping over 500,000 copies in the United States.

==Discography==
* ''The Sickness''
* ''Believe''
* ''Ten Thousand Fists''
* ''Indestructible''

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
[http://www.disturbed1.com/| Band homepage]

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Dire Straits

2010-04-23T06:29:38Z

PeteyS:

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'''Dire Straits''' are an [[England|English]] rock band formed by [[Mark Knopfler]] in 1977. At a time when the popular music movement in England was dominated by [[punk]], Dire Straits broke the mould with laid back rock. After achieving fame with their single ''Sultans of Swing'' the band quickly progressed with such songs as ''Tunnel of Love'' and later produced the ground breaking, number one album, ''Brothers in Arms'' which contained hits such as the eponymous title track and ''Money for Nothing''.

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Deicide (Band)

2010-04-23T06:29:34Z

PeteyS:

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'''Deicide''' is the name of an anti-Christian Death metal band from [[Florida]].

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Deftones

2010-04-23T06:29:31Z

PeteyS:

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'''Deftones''' are a Sacramento, California based [[rock band]] signed to Maverick Records. They released their first album, Adrenaline, in 1995.

In 2006, Deftones released Saturday Night Wrist, their fifth studio album.

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The Decemberists

2010-04-23T06:29:27Z

PeteyS:

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'''The Decemberists''' are an immoral, liberal, Indie-rock band from [[Portland]], [[Oregon]]. Their members include Colin Meloy, Chris Funk, Jenny Conlee, Nate Query, and John Moen.<ref>[http://www.decemberists.com/ Decemberists Official Site]</ref> They played a concert for [[Barack Obama]], and endorsed him for the presidency. <ref>[http://elbo.ws/post/1073585/news-conservative-critics-raise-stink-over-decemberistsbarack-obama-rally/]</ref>

They are known for glorifying [[rape]], [[suicide]] (most often by [[drowning]], and some songs simply involve death by drowning, without suicide being involved<ref>[http://www.songmeanings.net/songs/view/3530822107858618440/]</ref>), and various other sinful acts in their music; the songs "We Both Go Down Together" (rape and double-suicide)<ref>[http://www.sing365.com/music/lyric.nsf/We-Both-Go-Down-Together-lyrics-The-Decemberists/390818DB0383F62248256F940029D818]</ref>, "The Landlord's Daughter/You'll Not Feel the Drowning" (rape and apparent [[homicide]] by drowning, in the respective parts of the song<ref>[http://www.songmeanings.net/songs/view/3530822107858618544/]</ref>), and the entire story arc of the latest album, "The Hazards of Love," is based around rape, intercourse, homicide, infanticide (although at least the character who so gleefully sings of his childrens' murders is the villain, although lead singer Meloy takes undue joy in the song) and the eventual double-suicide of the main characters by drowning<ref>[http://www.decemberists.com/downloads/Dcmbr_WebPDFBook.pdf]</ref>. Apparently they also suffer from a severe lack of originality, as well as a severe lack of morals.

When asked whether he felt his music could corrupt those who listened to by glorifying rape, homicide and suicide, leader singer Colin Meloy said that he "didn't care".

===Decemberists Songs with Potentially Negative Influences===
*Mariner's Revenge: Glorifies obsessive revenge and murder.
*July, July: Encourages fleeting entanglement over true romance.
*Legionnaire's Lament: Encourages alcoholism.
*We Both Go Down Together: Encourages rape against a unrequited love.
*O Valencia!: Pro-gang message.
*Yankee Bayonet: Glorifies the Confederate cause in the [[American Civil War]].
*Infanta: Pro-monarchist message.
*Eli, the Barrow Boy: An anti-Christian and possibly Wiccan image of life after death.
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Death From Above 1979

2010-04-23T06:29:03Z

PeteyS:

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'''Death From Above 1979''' was a [[Toronto]]-based rock duo consisting of Sebastien Grainger and Jesse Keeler that made drum and bass-heavy songs from their inception in 2001 until they broke up in 2006. The band was originally called Death From Above, but the threat of a lawsuit from a similarly named act prompted Grainger to add the year of his birth to the end of the band's name.

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Culture Club

2010-04-23T06:28:36Z

PeteyS:

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'''Culture Club''' was a [[pop music|pop]]/[[new wave]] music group during the [[1980s]]. Their lead singer was George O'Dowd, better known as the cross-dressing [[Boy George]].
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Cubed

2010-04-23T06:28:30Z

PeteyS:

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'''Cubed''' were a Christian rock band in [[New Zealand]] from 2002-2007.

== Biography ==

[[Image:8 Yeah Tommo Is Weird.jpg|thumb|400px|Cubed in action]]

In 2002, three Palmerston North teenagers called Joshua Thompson ([[bass guitar]], [[Singing|vocals]]), Daniel Sherson ([[rhythm guitar]], vocals) and Paul McConachy ([[drums]]) began jamming in their church auditorium on Sunday afternoons. Playing covers and church songs, they could never have imagined how their [[hobby]] would be taken seriously by music lovers nationwide.

2003 saw Gareth Bell join the band in the role of [[lead guitar]]. It was also the year the band started to write their own songs. Though none of the songs were performed that year, it was an important period for the band as they discovered their style of songwriting. Wacky lyrics combined with singalong choruses with a Christian influence that was no secret formed the foundation of a songwriting style that would never be lost, even in the years to come as the band matured.

Nick Dow joined the band in 2004 as the [[keyboard]] player. The band adopted the name Cubed and started playing gigs at youth group events around Palmerston North. Their set included a mix of covers and originals such as ''To Infinity And Beyond, Winning Streak ''and'' Miracles''. A demo recording of Winning Streak was made and the song successfully took the band to CTC in Wellington. At the end of the year Gareth Bell left the band to join the Y-One roadshow touring schools and churches throughout New Zealand.(Cubed Yearbook 2004)

A new line up in 2005 consisting of the original three jammers and Anthony McGrath on lead guitar kicked off the year with a week long 'band camp', staying at Anthony's house and practicing daily at a nearby high school studio. The band relaunched in March at the Expressions auditions with the song ''God Bless Rock And Roll'', which proved to be a hit with crowds. Its singalong chorus, upbeat tempo and screaming guitar solo gave it a sound reminiscent of bands such as AC/DC and Guns & Roses. The song took them right through CTC, scoring them a showcase gig on the final day of the competition. The band spent the rest of the year playing youth groups and all ages venues in Palmerston North and made the demo CD that secured their place on the Debut Stage at Parachute Festival 06, the biggest four day Christian music festival outside the USA. At the end of the year Anthony found out his place in a course in contemporary music at Otago University had been confirmed. He would have to leave the band in early 2006 to begin studies. 2005 was also an important year for songwriting as the content became more mature and personal whilst never losing the humor that only Cubed can provide. (Cubed Yearbook 2005)

Parachute 06 was Anthony's final gig with the band, but the beginning of what proved to be an incredible final year for Cubed. Immediately after the festival ended, the band (with Anthony) went into the studio to record their Debut EP '' Lightbox''. The name was inspired simply by a tool used for tracing but the CD was named Lightbox in the faith that a disc in a box can bring light into people's lives. Featuring the crowd favorites ''God Bless Rock And Roll, Close'' and ''The Banana Song'', once the word was out, CDs sold fast.After the recording process was over Anthony left for Otago and the band took a break, playing only one gig as a three piece before Ben Eichler took up the role of lead guitarist. More gigs at local youth groups where the band had become part of the staple diet of music took place as well as nearby Feilding. Lightbox sold well and a second pressing was done, with a new color scheme. The year was rounded off by a roadtrip to Gisborne where the band rockumentary ''Thingy'' was filmed. (Cubed Yearbook 2006).

In early 2007 the band knew the end was nigh as original member and songwriter Josh would have to leave to study Bass Guitar at University in mid February. A second EP was recorded for posterity, featuring all of the band's best songs that weren't on Lightbox, including ''Before You, I Like You, Surrender'' and ''Take All Of Me''. Another important track of this recording is the new version of ''Winning Streak''. All seven past and present band members were present for the recording of the song and all provided vocal parts. Parachute 07 was the band's final gig and was meticulously planned to be a concert to remember. The best songs from both EPs were played, some with new twists (including a fugal screamo part in ''Close'') and plastic guitars were mutilated on stage. It is unlikely that many bands have ended on a higher, madder note.

== Discography ==

2004-Winning Streak Demo. Recorded in Paul's lounge. Track List: Winning Streak.
 2005-Parachute Application Demo. Recorded at Salvation Army Citadel, Palmerston North, New Zealand. Track List: Liar, Patience, God Bless Rock And Roll.
 2006-Lightbox. Recorded at The Stomach, Palmerston North, New Zealand. Track List: God Bless Rock And Roll, Close, The Banana Song, A New Day, Patience, Liar, Drum Solo (Hidden).
 2007-Farewell EP. Recorded at Daniel's house. Track List: Surrender, Before You, Winning Streak, I Like You, Take All Of Me, Mosh, Saturday Night, Noise.

== Links ==

[http://www.myspace.com/cubedrock Cubed myspace] 
[http://www.purevolume.com/cubed Cubed PureVolume]

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Creed (band)

2010-04-23T06:28:22Z

PeteyS:

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'''Creed''' is the name of a [[band]] that has written numerous [[song]]s such as "My Own Prison". They broke up in 2004.

==Discography==
*[[My Own Prison]] (1997)
*[[Human Clay]] (1999)
*[[Weathered]] (2001)
*Greatest Hits (2004)

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The Chipmunks

2010-04-23T06:28:13Z

PeteyS:

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'''The Chipmunks''' were a novelty musical project created by Ross Bagdasarian Sr. The "group" consists of three [[chipmunk]]s named Alvin, Simon, and Theodore (who are actually sped up human voices), and David Seville (Bagdasarian). Perhaps best known for their [[Christmas]] novelty songs, the Chipmunks had a #1 hit single during the 1958 Christmas season with "The Chipmunk Song". This initial success spawned late 1950s-early 1960s imitation groups like the [[Nutty Squirrels]] and the [[Astro Mice]], a Saturday morning cartoon called ''The Alvin Show'' in 1961-62, and several albums during the 1960s. The Chipmunks had a comeback in the 1980s after the release of the album ''Chipmunk Punk'' in 1980, their first studio album since 1969. The Christmas TV special ''A Chipmunk Christmas'' premiered in 1981. The Saturday morning cartoon series, ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' ran from 1983 to 1990. Numerous albums and several Chipmunks [[movie]]s, some of them direct to video, have been released since.

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Blondie (band)

2010-04-23T06:27:42Z

PeteyS:

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'''Blondie''' was a popular [[new wave]] band originating from [[New York]]. Fronted by Debbie Harry, the band released numerous singles such as Rapture, Heart of Glass and Sunday Girl.

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The Beatles

2010-04-23T06:27:35Z

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[[Image:Beatles,0.jpg|right|thumb|The Beatles]]
'''The Beatles''' were an [[England|English]] rock band from [[Liverpool]], UK. They were arguably one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century, selling around a billion records worldwide. The Beatles played and recorded many genres of [[rock and roll]], from Tin Pan Alley to [[Psychedelia|psychedelic rock]]. They were also key figures behind the 1960s [[counterculture]].

The four Beatles were [[John Lennon]] (1940-1980), [[George Harrison]] (1943-2001), [[Paul McCartney]] (1942- ), and [[Ringo Starr]] (1940- ). Most of the Beatles' songs were co-written by Lennon and McCartney. In the latter half of the 1960s the majority of their songs were written individually, but retained the "Lennon/McCartney" (orig. "McCartney/Lennon") writing credit. Lennon's songwriting was harder in nature and often had a political bent, while McCartney primarily wrote lighter love songs. Harrison, who later converted to [[Hinduism]], frequently utilized the [[sitar]] in his songs. Starr rarely wrote music, but would usually sing one song per album.

Having evolved from the high school band known as The Quarrymen, around 1962 the Beatles began playing in Hamburg, Germany, and became very popular there. A year later, thanks to underground radio, they were the biggest band in their native land of the UK. In 1964, the Beatles made their historic trip to the United States to perform on ''The Ed Sullivan Show''. To date, this performance is one of the highest-rated television events in history.

The Lennon/McCartney ballads often displayed a personal [[vulnerability]] which was extraordinarily appealing to young teenage girls. For example, "Help" contrasts a man's younger macho attitude ("I never needed anybody's help in any way") with a more grown-up attitude ("I changed my mind, I'll open up the door. Help me if you can").

As the years passed, the Beatles' sound grew. From an old-fashioned rock and roll sound similar to the Beach Boys and Carl Perkins, the band put out a much more mature sound on ''Revolver''. They even experimented with folk on ''Rubber Soul''. In 1967, the Beatles' album ''[[Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band]]'' changed music as we know it forever. The psychedelic sound reflected what was going on in the world at that time and also displayed brilliant use of new technologies (such as stereo sound and multitrack recording).

With the [[The Beatles (album) |''The Beatles'']] (the "White Album"), the Beatles had evolved into hard rockers. The songs had become more personal, and the band was beginning to fall apart. Prior to Lennon hooking up with [[Yoko Ono]], the lads had agreed that only the four of them would be in the recording studio (no lady friends of any type).<ref> When John brought Yoko in to work on songs and insisted that she be treated as an equal, the others resisted the idea, and John and Yoko got the cold shoulder for the rest of the sessions. [http://www.straightdope.com/mailbag/mbeatlesbreakup.html]</ref> Also, creative differences were creating tension among the Fab Four.
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Their next project, originally to be titled "Get Back" and intended to "get them back" to recording songs the way they had in the earlier years and also to become a filmed documentary, exposed all the personal chafing and difficulties they were having. The tapes were shelved since none of the band wanted to deal with them.

At this point, although the public did not know it, the band had virtually broken up. However, at McCartney's urging, they assembled in the studio one more time and gave their fans what was to be their swan song, the splendid ''Abbey Road''. The "Get Back" tapes and film were handed over to [[Phil Spector]] to do something with them, and he produced the album that was released as ''Let It Be'', in conjunction with the release of the film, which was more a documentary of a band breaking up than one writing and recording new music in their studio.

It wasn't long before the lawsuits to dissolve the partnership were flying, and the band members were releasing solo albums. Although Lennon had made a few solo projects before the breakup, and Harrison one, they did not receive widespread notice.

In 2006, Cirque du Soleil opened a Beatle-themed show in Las Vegas, the aptly titled ''Love''. The show has been an outstanding success, and so has the album put out of the same name, featuring new remixes of Beatles songs by Beatles producer George Martin and his son Giles. The album also features previously unreleased versions of Beatles classics such as "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" and "Strawberry Fields Forever".

The Beatles were inducted into the [[Rock and Roll Hall of Fame]] in 1988. As solo artists, all but Ringo have been inducted (Lennon in 1994, McCartney in 1999 and Harrison in 2004).

In 2004 ''Rolling Stone'' magazine ranked the Beatles #1 on its list of 100 Greatest Artists of All Time.<ref>[http://www.rollingstone.com/news/story/5939214/the_immortals_the_first_fifty]</ref>

Only two Beatles are currently alive - Ringo Starr and Sir Paul McCartney, who both still continue their recording and performing careers. John Lennon was assassinated in 1980 and George Harrison died due to cancer in 2001.

=="Paul is dead" urban legend==

A myth, likely created by the Beatles in order to boost sales, circulated later in their career regarding a supposed death of Paul McCartney and substitution with an impostor. "Clues" were found in [[subliminal messages]], [[backmasking]], and [[imagery]] in their albums and songs.

Some of the many examples include:

* When held up to a mirror, their album ''Magical Mystery Tour'' would supposedly reveal the telephone number of a funeral home.
* The song "Strawberry Fields Forever" contained Lennon saying the phrase "cranberry sauce" which was interpreted as "I Buried Paul."
* "Revolution #9", a collage of samples, featured the repeating phrase "Number 9, Number 9..." When played in reverse, "Turn me on, dead man..." is supposedly heard.

It should be noted that the Beatles and their fans were part of the 1960s [[hippie]] [[counterculture]], and thus [[illegal drugs|drug use]] might have influenced these conclusions.

==Popularity today==
Americans say Paul (27%) is their favorite Beatle, with John taking a distant second at 16%, and far fewer choosing George Harrison (10%) or Ringo Starr (9%) according to a September 2009 Zogby Interactive poll. However, 22% of Americans do not like the Beatles and 3% say they are not familiar enough to make a decision.

"Americans over 30 and those over 65 love Paul," said John Zogby. "It must be the crazy love songs and Yesterday." Born Again Christians are three times as likely to say Paul is their favorite Beatle (25%) than John (8%). Paul is also the favorite among Woodstockers (31%) and Nikes (27%), while First Globals (19%) prefer John.

Democrats (25%) are far more likely than Republicans (6%) and independents (15%) to say John is their favorite Beatle, while moderates (32%) are far more likely to prefer Paul. Liberals (14%) are more than twice as likely as moderates (7%) and conservatives (9%) to pick George as their favorite.

Conservatives (30%) are the most likely to say they don't like the Beatles, followed by moderates (19%) and liberals (9%).<ref> For details see [http://www.zogby.com/news/ReadNews.cfm?ID=1744 Zogby poll] </ref>

==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.delta.ro/beatles/paudi.html Beatle songs and lyrics]
*[http://beatlesnumber9.com/biggerjesus.html Transcript of LES Lennon interview]
*[http://www.paulisdeadhoax.com Listing of "clues" behind the "Paul Is Dead" hoax]

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At the Drive-In

2010-04-23T06:27:08Z

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'''At the Drive-In''' was an band from Texas that was active from 1993 to 2001.

== Members==

* Cedric Bixler-Zavala - Lead Vocals (Currently in [[The Mars Volta]])
* Jim Ward - Guitar, Keyboards, and Vocals
* Omar Rodriguez-Lopez - Guitar, and Vocals (Currently in [[The Mars Volta]])
* Paul Hinojos - Bass
* Tony Hajjar - Drums

==Discography==

* Acrobatic Tenement (1996)
* In/Casino/Out (1998)
* Relationship of Command (2000)
* This Station Is Non-Operational (2005)

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Arcade Fire

2010-04-23T06:27:00Z

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The '''Arcade Fire''' is a popular alternative rock band based in [[Montreal]], [[Quebec]]. The band provides a full, dynamic sound by consisting of seven members: lead vocalist Win Butler, lead female vocalist and keyboardist Régine Chassagne, lead guitar Richard Reed Parry, bassist Tim Kingsbury, guitarist Will Butler, violinist Sarah Neufeld, and drummer Jeremy Gara. The band enjoyed breakout success with their 2004 debut album ''Funeral,'' which received rave reviews. The band's sophomore effort ''Neon Bible'' displays a darker voice, however maintains the band's signature orchestral rock-pop sound.

The band has already carved a niche for themselves in the world of modern Rock 'N' Roll music, however the septet originally found inspiration in bands like '''The Pixies''', '''David Bowie''', and '''The Talking Heads'''. Taking these influences, they mixed numerous instruments such as electric guitar, acoustic guitar, bass, drums, synthesizer, organ, violin, cello, brass, and hurdy gurdy to make something uniquely their own.

Fans know Arcade Fire best for their highly energetic live performances. Members often dance and flail to the music and even shout into megaphones at lyrical climaxes, all in the spirit of the band's powerful music.

==References==
*http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/arcade_fire/bio.jhtml
*http://www.arcadefire.com/

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Apocalyptica

2010-04-23T06:26:53Z

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'''Apocalyptica''' is a [[cello]] [[metal]] band from [[Finland]]. They formed in 1993 when four classically trained cellists attending the Sibelius Academy of Music decided to form an ensemble dedicated to covering [[Metallica]] songs. After getting signed to Zen Garden Records after a performance, Apocalyptica began to write original music of their own on top of their covers of classic [[rock]] music. Their discography maps a gradual shift from acoustic cello cover music to more fully formed metal songs featuring cellos. As of 2005, they have a full time drummer as the three remaining cellists from the original quartet. Since they have no vocalist, Apocalyptica often invites vocalists from other popular bands to sing on their more radio-friendly tunes. [http://www.wopvideos.com/Apocalyptica/bio/]

===Band Members===

'''Current Members:'''
*Eicca Toppinen: Cello
*Paavo Lötjönen: Cello
*Perttu Kivilaakso: Cello
*Mikko Sirén: Drums

'''Former Members:'''
*Max Lilja: Cello
*Antero Manninen: Cello

===Discography===

*Plays Metallica by Four Cellos (1996)
*Inquisition Symphony (1998)
*Cult (2000)
*Reflections (2003)
*Apocalyptica (2005)
*Amplified // A Decade of Reinventing the Cello (2006)
*Worlds Collide (2007)

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Acceptance (band)

2010-04-23T06:25:59Z

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'''Acceptance''' was a [[rock]] band from [[Seattle]]. All but one of the band's members are born-again Christians<ref>Phantoms album insert</ref>. They broke up in 2006, with all but the lead singer forming Search Rescue.

==Discography==
*Lost for Words EP (2002)
*Black Lines to Battlefields EP (2003)
*[[Phantoms]] (2005)
*Undone (Accoustic EP) (2005)

==References==

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Kamelot

2010-04-23T06:24:40Z

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'''Kamelot''' is an American [[Power Metal]] group formed in 1991 by Thomas Youngblood and Richard Warner. Four of the band's five members are American, but opera/metal vocalist Roy Kahn, who joined the band in 1998, is of Norweigan birth.

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Megadeth

2010-04-23T06:24:31Z

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'''Megadeth''' is an American [[thrash metal]]/[[heavy metal]] band formed in 1983 by former [[Metallica]] guitarist [[Dave Mustaine]].<ref>[http://wm10.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&searchlink=MEGADETH&sql=11:jifixqe5ldfe~T1 Biography as All Music Guide]</ref> They are credited, along with [[Metallica]], [[Anthrax (band)|Anthrax]] and [[Slayer]], with pioneering the thrash metal movement of the early to mid 80s.

==Current lineup==
*Dave Mustaine (guitars and vocals)
*Chris Broderick (guitars)
*Shawn Drover (drums)
*James LoMenzo (bass)

==Discography==
*''Killing Is My Business... And Business Is Good!'' (1985)
*''Peace Sells... But Who's Buying?'' (1986)
*''So Far, So Good... So What!'' (1988)
*''Rust In Peace'' (1990)
*''Countdown to Extinction'' (1992)
*''Youthanasia'' (1994)
*''Cryptic Writings'' (1997)
*''Risk'' (1999)
*''The World Needs a Hero'' (2001)
*''The System Has Failed'' (2004)
*''United Abominations'' (2007)

==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.megadeth.com/ Official Megadeth Website]

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Metallica

2010-04-23T06:24:25Z

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'''Metallica''' is an American [[thrash metal]]/[[heavy metal]] band known for establishing the thrash metal genre along with Slayer, [[Megadeth]], and Anthrax (known as the "Big Four of Thrash Metal"). Formed in 1981 in Los Angeles by guitarist and lead vocalist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich<ref>http://www.metallica.com/Band/history.asp</ref>, they are one of the most popular in-concert bands while selling about 90 million records worldwide.<ref>http://www.bbc.co.uk/music/artist/2q8c/</ref>

They have released a total of eight studio albums, the most well known being Ride the Lightning, Master of Puppets, and Metallica (The Black Album). In September 2008, the band released its ninth album, Death Magnetic.<ref>http://www.metallica.com/index.asp?item=14828</ref>

The band has come under criticism following their campaign to sue internet users who shared their music on Napster.

==Original lineup==
Originally, the band consisted of;
*James Hetfield (Rhythm Guitar and vocals)
*Lars Ulrich (Drums)
*Dave Mustaine (Lead Guitar)
*Ron McGovney (Bass)

==Kill 'Em All lineup==
Before Metallica's first album was recorded, both McGovney and Mustaine were fired, Mustaine due to his struggles with alcohol and drugs, and McGovney due to his inability to get along with other members. Metallica hired Kirk Hammett to replace Mustaine, and Cliff Burton to replace McGovney. This would be known as the "classic" Metallica lineup.

==After Master Of Puppets==
After Master Of Puppets, widely believed to be Metallica's best album, bassist Cliff Burton died in a tour bus accident in Sweden. He was replaced with Jason Newsted.

==St. Anger==
Just before the recording of Metallica's 8th studio album, Newsted left the band, saying that he felt like he never quite fit in. Producer Bob Rock took over the duty of playing the bass for St. Anger.

==Napster Controversy==
In 2000, Metallica discovered that its song "I Disappear", which was supposed to be released in combination with the Mission: Impossible II soundtrack was being played on the radio. They traced the source of the leak, the band found the file on the Napster website which was owned by a liberal, and also found that the band's entire catalogue was freely available on the website. They sued Napster. Ulrich led the case against Napster.

Ulrich provided a statement to the Senate Judiciary Committee regarding copyright infringement on July 11, 2000. Federal Judge Marilyn Hall Patel ordered the site place a filter on the program in three days or be shut down. A settlement was reached between Metallica and Napster. Under the terms of this settlement, Napster agreed to block users who shared music by artists who don't want their music shared.

==Current lineup==
*James Hetfield (guitars and vocals)
*Lars Ulrich (drums)
*Kirk Hammett (guitars)
*Robert Trujillo (bass)

==Discography==
*''Kill 'Em All'' (1983)
*''Ride the Lightning'' (1984)
*''Master of Puppets'' (1986)
*''...And Justice for All'' (1988)
*''Metallica'' (1991)
*''Load'' (1996)
*''ReLoad'' (1997)
*''Garage Inc.'' (1998) - Cover album
*''S&M'' (1999) - Live album with orchestral backup
*''St. Anger'' (2003)
*''Death Magnetic'' (2008)

==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.metallica.com/ Official Metallica Website]

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Opeth

2010-04-23T06:24:12Z

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'''Opeth''' is a Swedish [[progressive metal]] band, combining influences from 1980s and 1990s [[death metal]] with elements of 1960s and 1970s progressive rock. The band also exhibits elements of [[jazz]], [[blues rock|blues]] and European [[folk music]]. Frontman Mikael Akerfeldt, in particular, is known for being an avid collector of obscure 1970s vinyl, the styles of which have greatly influenced his own range of guitar, vocal and compositional styles. A number of Opeth albums have been produced by Steven Wilson, of popular progressive rock band Porcupine Tree. Akerfeldt is good friends with Mike Portnoy of [[Dream Theater]]. Their mutual admiration of each other's band led them to co-headline on the Progressive Nation Tour round the USA in 2008. Like Dream Theater, members of Opeth are known for their technical musical proficiency.

==Current Members==

*Mikael Akerfeldt-Vocals, Guitar
*Fredrik Akesson-Guitar
*Martin Mendez-Bass
*Per Wilberg-Keyboard
*Martin Axenrot-Drums

==Discography==

* ''Orchid'' (1995)
* ''Morningrise'' (1996)
* ''My Arms, Your Hearse'' (1998)
* ''Still Life'' (1999)
* ''Blackwater'' Park (2001)
* ''Deliverance'' (2002)
* ''Damnation'' (2003)
* ''Ghost Reveries'' (2005)
* ''Watershed'' (2008)

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Dream Theater

2010-04-23T06:23:29Z

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'''Dream Theater''' is an influential [[progressive rock | progressive]] [[metal]] band based in [[New York City]]. The band formed in 1985 when guitarist John Petrucci, bassist John Myung, and drummer Mike Portnoy met each other while they were all students at the Berklee College of Music. The band initially started out with the name Majesty, but it was later changed to Dream Theater for legal reasons. The band is known for their virtuosity and their songs are generally long and technically proficient, which has led to the band being characterized as one that "people either love or hate". The band is also known for never playing concerts with the same setlist twice. Although Dream Theater songs generally do not receive much airplay, the [[Hamlet]]-inspired single ''Pull Me Under'' from the album ''Images and Words'' became a hit, and several other songs have received minor airplay over the years. Despite the fact that their airplay has been limited, they still have a large and loyal fanbase, a large portion of which consists of musicians.

==Political Statements==

Dream Theater is not known as a particularly "political" band, although a few songs make statements that are political. The thirteen minute "The Great Debate" from ''Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence'' deals with the debate over embryonic [[stem cell research]], but does not take a side. It does include many soundbites from both sides of the issue. "In the Name of God" from ''Train of Thought'' and "Sacrificed Sons" from ''Octavarium'' deal with religiously-based [[terrorism]]. "Prophets of War" from ''Systematic Chaos'' is Dream Theater's most partisan song to debate, being an anti-[[Iraq war]] song.

==Current Band Lineup==

*James Labrie (vocals)
*John Petrucci (guitars)
*Mike Portnoy (drums)
*Jordan Rudess (keyboards)
*John Myung (bass)

==Discography==

* ''When Dream and Day Unite'' (1989)
* ''Images and Words'' (1992)
* ''Awake'' (1994)
* ''A Change of Seasons'' (1995)
* ''Falling into Infinity'' (1997)
* ''Metropolis Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory'' (1999)
* ''Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence'' (2002)
* ''Train of Thought'' (2003)
* ''Octavarium'' (2005)
* ''Systematic Chaos'' (2007)
* ''Black Clouds and Silver Linings'' (2009)

==External links==
*[http://www.dreamtheater.net/ Dream Theater Offical Website]

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Black Sabbath

2010-04-23T06:23:10Z

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'''Black Sabbath''' is an [[English]] [[rock]] band, often credited with being the first [[heavy metal]] band. Its music has had a considerable, extensive influence over the genre, from the band's formation in [[Birmingham]] in 1968 to the present day. Originally, the band's music was a dark amalgamation of [[blues]] and psychedelic rock, but quickly developed into the sound recognizable today, setting the template that would be adhered to by many heavy metal and rock bands in the 1970s and 1980s.

It is known to non-fans primarily for the controversy arising from the percieved gloominess of its music and lyrical themes and, more specifically, the erratic on-stage (and, eventually, off-stage) behaviour of frontman [[Ozzy Osbourne]]. As often happens, this controversy has eclipsed the cultural significance of the band's music. It is also known for having undergone numerous line-up changes. Surprisingly, however, the band is currently comprised of the four original members: Tony Iommi, Bill Ward, Terence "Geezer" Butler and Osbourne. However, the line-up of the album ''Mob Rules'' (along with Scott Warren as keyboardist) are currently touring as Heaven and Hell, named after the most famous album with Ronnie James Dio as vocalist.

==Discography==

* Black Sabbath (1970)
* Paranoid (1970)
* Master Of Reality (1971)
* Black Sabbath, Vol. 4 (1972)
* Sabbath Bloody Sabbath (1973)
* Sabotage (1975)
* Technical Ecstasy (1976)
* Never Say Die (1978)
* Heaven And Hell (1980)
* Mob Rules (1981)
* Born Again (1983)
* Seventh Star (1986)
* The Eternal Idol (1987)
* The Headless Cross (1989)
* Tyr (1990)
* Dehumanizer (1992)
* Cross Purposes (1994)
* Forbidden (1995)

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Black Metal

2010-04-23T06:22:56Z

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'''Black metal''' is an extreme subgenre of [[heavy metal music]]. Most secular black metal bands have satanic and violent lyrics, though some bands do not take use these themes and tend to focus on fantasy subjects instead. Christian Black Metal Bands do not have satanic lyrics, however<ref>http://www.lyricsdir.com/extol-pearl-lyrics.html</ref>. Black metal was first developed by many different bands from across [[Europe]], but was first popularized by the media attention surrounding several [[Norway|Norwegian]] bands and the various murders and arsons their members were involved in in the early 90's. Since then black metal has gained an underground following with fans and bands appearing all over the world. While less common now, the violence and mayhem that marked the early black metal scene persists to this day, with violence, killings, and vandalism inspired by black metal bands occurring sporadically but not infrequently across the globe.

== History ==
The first wave of black metal was started in early 1980s. Bands like Venom, Bathory, Mercyful Fate and Celtic Frost were developing a heavier and more extreme style of heavy metal.<ref name = "dunn" >Dunn, Sam: Metal: A Headbanger's Journey. 2005.</ref> Bands were strongly fascinated by the occult,<ref name = "kahnharris" >Kahn-Harris, Keith: Extreme metal: Music and culture on the edge. Oxford: Berg, 2007. ISBN 1-84520-399-2.</ref> and bands were exercising black magic on the stage.<ref name="murder">Shash Media & Rockwrold TV: [http://www.rockworld.tv/MurderMusicPlayer.html Murder Murder Music – A History Of Black Metal]</ref> For example Mercyful Fate's King Diamond belongs to the [[Church of Satan]] as well as many other black metal musicians. Black metal genre was named by Venom album named ''Black Metal'',<ref name="murder"/> and nowadays Venom and Bathory have maybe the greatest respect in black metal scene by modern black metal bands.<ref name = "kahnharris" />

Second wave of black metal was born mainly in Norway, by bands such as Mayhem, Burzum, Darkthrone and Emperor.<ref name = "dunn" /> Those band styles were even more extreme than first wave and commonly the term "black metal" refers just to the second wave. The crimes associated with black metal were mostly part of the second wave rather than the first wave. Nowadays bands like Dimmu Borgir and Cradle of Filth have made black metal almost part of the mainstream.<ref name="dimmu borgir">[http://www.decibelmagazine.com/features/jun2007/dimmuborgir.aspx Dimmu Borgir] Decibel Magazine</ref> However, many old school black metallers claim that modern sounding black metal by symphonic and melodic bands (like Dimmu Borgir and Cradle of Filth) aren't "true" black metal.<ref name = "amazon" >Haikara, Karl: [http://www.amazon.com/gp/richpub/syltguides/fullview/35IDCE6P5JQOZ So you'd like to... Get into true Norwegian Black Metal] amazon.com.</ref> Despite not being considered "extreme" enough by some, those bands are still very dangerous and satanic.

== Sub genres ==

===Blackened Death Metal===
An even more violent style of black metal, which also combines the vividly graphic depictions of killing that characterize the lyrics of the genre known as [[death metal]] with the music of black metal. The style targets [[Christians]], and openly tells its followers to go out, [[torture]], and kill the entire Christian population, as a means of earning favor with [[Satan]]. This style of black metal is sometimes called "war black metal" due to a number of the bands fascination with war themes and imagery.

===National Socialist Black Metal===
National socialist black metal (commonly abbreviated as NSBM), is a style of black metal that replaces the normal Satanic themes with lyrics glorifying [[Nazism]], [[anti-semitism]], [[Aryan]] heritage, [[white nationalism]] and the [[occult]] nature of the [[Third Reich]]. NSBM bands, while often criticising Satanic black metal bands for not focusing on [[race|racial issues]], retain the anti-Christian sentiments of normal black metal bands.

===Pagan Black Metal===
Many black metal bands adopt idealogical tenets of [[Paganism]] as a way of opposing Christianity. Pagan symbols, such as rune script, sunwheels, Celtic crosses, and Thor's hammers frequently adorn pagan black metal bands covers and themes from pre-Christian European mythology permeate their lyrics.

===Christian Black Metal===
Christian black metal (often known as "unblack metal") is a highly controversial style of black metal that contains lyrics which attack Satanic ideology, glorify Christianity and are opposed to [[sin]]. Musically they are similar to secular and Satanic black metal bands. Because of the seeming contradictions between the music and message, Christian black metal is not widely accepted by mainstream Christianity or the black metal scene at large.

==List of Black Metal Bands==
* Abruptum
* Antaeus
* Arkhon Infaustus
* Barathrum
* Bathory
* Beherit
* Bethlehem
* Blut Aus Nord
* Burzum
* Celtic Frost
* Cradle of Filth
* Darkthrone
* Dimmu Borgir
* Dissection
* Dolorian
* Emperor
* Enslaved
* Enthroned
* Forgotten Tomb
* Gallhammer
* Gorgoroth
* Graveland
* Graveworm
* Hellhammer
* Immortal
* Impaled Nazarene
* Katatonia
* Leviathan
* Lucifugum
* Marduk
* Mayhem
* Mercyful Fate
* Naglfar
* Nargaroth
* Necrophobic
* Negură Bunget
* Nokturnal Mortum
* Nortt
* Old Man's Child
* Sarcófago
* Satanic Warmaster
* Satyricon
* Sear Bliss
* Sodom
* Spektr
* Striborg
* Summoning
* Trollech
* Velvet Cacoon
* Watain
* Venom
* Wolves in the Throne Room
* Xasthur

==List of Christian Black Metal Bands==
* Admonish
* Antestor
* Crimson Moonlight
* Drottnar
* Extol (early)
* Fearscape
* Frosthardr
* Frost Like Ashes
* Holy Blood
* Horde
* Kekal
* Lengsel
* Sanctifica
* Slechtvalk
* Vaakevandring

==References==
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