Buddy Holly & The Day That Music Died
Buddy Holly is one of the most iconic musical figures to come out of the State of Texas. While his career was cut short, his influence was the foundation for what we know as modern Rock and Roll. Born in …
ZZ Top
ZZ Top is an American rock band that was formed in Houston, Texas in 1969. The band consisted of three members with Billy Gibbons (Lead Guitar/Vocals), Dusty Hill (Bass/Vocals), and Frank Beard (Drums) This band raised into prominence in the …
T-Bone Walker
T- Bone Walker was born on May 28th, 1910 in his hometown of Linden Texas. Many years later he would be the first musician to bring the use of an electric guitar to popularity and form the roots of what …
Waiting For A Train – Jimmie Rodgers
For assignment two the song I chose was “Waiting For A Train” by Jimmie Rodgers. This song was released in 1929 and it represents bluegrass country to it’s roots. This song was recorded at Victor Studios in Atlanta and quickly …
“I Been On (Remix) by Beyoncé”
For assignment 1 the song I chose was the “I Been On (Remix)”. This song was originally a Beyoncé song, but the remix made years later added flair from fellow Houston rappers Bun-B, Z-Ro, Scarface, Willie D, Slim Thug, and …
