Articles by Thorne Stone

Country has a unique charm to it that allows it to be quite versatile. From dance rockers to crooners, they all make their home within […]

The dynamic Pop landscape of today is incredibly diverse. From heavy hip-hop beats to dance anthems, the smooth and sensual sounds of R&B are not […]

The musical landscape of today lends itself heavily to a clean, smooth aesthetic in the mainstream. The still dominant Hip-Hop and synth-laced Pop dominate the […]

Music is powerful when it can move you. When you hear that beat that makes you tap your foot or sway your head a smile […]

During this era of computerized music, the ’80s has been a mainstay in inspiration. This retro aesthetic is clear in Charley Young’s Hold the Moon. […]

Heavy sounds require a mindful approach to songwriting. Bands such as Metallica, and Iron Maiden have adopted more melodic sounds in most of their post-90’s […]

Alternative rock has many origins, but one could argue the mainstream identity is rooted in grunge. With the breakout of Nirvana and its opening of […]

On the surface, Punk rock always seems gritty, rough, and unpolished compared to other genres such as Indie or Alternative. However, the sound of punk […]

There is a strange ethereal charm that can be felt in sadness. With the hip-hop renaissance, the most mainstream form of this expression is found […]

There are a great many ways to “sing the blues.” The eclectic sound, a musical staple ever since its inception, gives a beat to the […]

Genre is a term as solid as it is broad. When you think country, rock, or hip-hop you likely have an example that stands out […]