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Why do so many musicians use stage names instead of their real names?
It's pretty common for musicians to use nicknames or stage names instead of their real names; for example, Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers and Bono from U2.
Is there a reason why so many musicians do this?
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Why evil themes are prevailing in heavy metal?
When I was young I liked metal music a lot. I listened Iron Maiden, Metallica and dozen other bands. As I grew older my interest in that music declined until completely faded out.
Recently I listened to some metal songs I used to like in my teens…
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What does "bismillah" mean in the Bohemian Rhapsody?
According to Google, Bismillah means:
in the name of God (an invocation used by Muslims at the beginning of
an undertaking).
But, is that the same context in which it is used? If not, then what does it mean in context of the song?
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Are the lyrics in "Teardrop" by Massive Attack "feathers" or "fearless"
OK, I'm changing this question a little bit since I've discovered a problem with the root of the question assuming the lyrics in the song are "feathers on my breath". Apparently this is a big debate and a lot of people think the lyrics are "fearless…
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Why do many British vocalists almost always sound distinctly American when singing?
I recently saw Tears for Fears and it brought up the question that I've had for many years:
Why do many British vocalists almost always sound distinctly American¹ when singing?
Same goes for Australian and New Zealand singers, and perhaps many more…
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What's the shortest number one chart hit?
In any country, what's the shortest number one chart hit? (Either duration of the 'A-side' / main track, or total duration)
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Is Buckethead's trademark bucket hat an actual KFC bucket?
Buckethead is known for wearing a white mask and a KFC bucket on his head. Is that an actual KFC bucket, or is it a "replica" made from a more robust material?
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Why does Buckethead's bucket say 'Funeral'?
Buckethead is known for wearing a KFC bucket as a hat:
Recently he stuck a 'Funeral' sticker to the bucket:
Has he ever given any explanation to the word 'Funeral' ? Why does he have it on his bucket-hat?
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What do these lyrics mean in "The Nurse Who Loved Me"?
It's pretty obvious that the song The Nurse Who Loved Me by A Perfect Circle is about an institutionalized person who is convinced that his nurse is in love with him. However, there's always been one line that I never understood. In the 2nd verse,…
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Pictures from the recording of Pink Floyd's On the run
I remember a radio interview with some members of Pink Floyd concerning the making of The Dark Side of the Moon and in particular some comments around the track On the Run.
Anyone who knows this song will remember that it's very 'looped' and…
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What is "25 or 6 to 4"?
One of - and this is debatable, but it's what I think - the best rock songs ever is by a band called Chicago. But the name has always confused me. The song is called "25 Or 6 To 4". What does this mean? It's said repeatedly in the lyrics, but they…
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Permission for remixes?
Do artists (such as the Propellerheads or similar) need to gain permission to remix another artist’s song?
For example, Professional Widow by Tori Amos was not only remixed but appeared on the Boys for Pele album so obviously this was approved.
But…
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What's the reason behind the poor sound of picture discs?
Coloured vinyl is treated in another question. While I'm not sure I would hear the difference between a normal and a coloured vinyl record, picture discs has a noticeable worse sound quality. What is the reason behind this?
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Was Pete Townshend the first musician to destroy his instrument as part of a performance?
Pete Townshend of the Who regularly would smash his guitar on stage as part of his performance. Was he the first musician to destroy his instrument as part of a performance?
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Who are considered the most important salsa composers/performers?
Like the title says, I would like to know who are the most important salsa composers and/or performers.
If possible I'd like some brief background as to why they are so important.
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