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Billboard Music Awards and a Music Discussion

Post author By iamgurujay
Post date October 14, 2020
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Did you watch the Billboard Music Awards? This year’s host, Kelly Clarkson, knocked it out of the park. She had a sense of humor, great timing, and rhythm. Everything was incredible. The show began on a high note and never fell flat. Also, the show had all the goodies imaginable. Hopefully, you received a chance to watch it. Read on for more discussion.

MUSIC

Music makes the world move. Imagine things without it. Songs allow you to celebrate, relax, and reflect. Prioritize listening to great music. Check out the definition of great music for more knowledge.

Society needs more good vibrations from music artists and everybody else. The Billboard Music Awards provided a space for this. Even in a pandemic, the world’s best singers gathered to put on some spectacular performances. Artist after artist came on the stage and did not disappoint you. Did you feel all the good vibrations? Wasn’t it a memorable night?

Memories are at the heart of music. Listen to Marvin Gaye’s Memories, and it might change your life. Whoever said: “I don’t take photographs; I make memories.” had it right. That is how you should go about your day. Take time and appreciate the simple things because you never know when life will get complicated. Make memories.

RECAP

Billie Eilish owned the night by winning multiple awards. Top Female Artist was arguably the most prestigious award she won, beating out Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, and Halsey. Anyway, she values all of her accolades. Billie Eilish is the new Miley Cyrus. If you didn’t know who she was, now you know.

Tell me you saw how Alicia Keys rocked the house. It was a joy seeing Alicia perform new music. She wore a sparkling outfit to top it off. Her performance reminds you that she’s not stopping anytime soon because no one can do what she does quite as well. It’s easy to see Alicia’s fire.

The best music is not only universal but also undeniable. Kane Brown and Garth Brooks, along with Brandy, weren’t denied their respect. Music artists from all genres promised excellence in 2020 and beyond. You’re bound to see new music and collaborations from singers and rappers. What were your favorite moments? One unforgettable moment was Post Malone’s performance. Check it out if you haven’t already. For a full recap of the Billboard Music Awards, go here.

Final Thoughts

Award shows serve as a friendly reminder that you should stop what you’re doing right now and celebrate, relax, and reflect. Notice I didn’t say sing. Not everyone has vocal blessings like Alicia Keys, but you can watch and listen to a music video or read a blog that is celebratory, relaxing, and reflective. You may not have the ability to produce a hit in a studio and via music software. But as long as you’re alive, you can enjoy the process. With music, you can unwind or ramp up. In other words, you can have it both ways.

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Tim McGraw Vs. Garth Brooks

Post author By iamgurujay
Post date January 4, 2017

BY: GURU JAY

Tim McGraw Vs. Garth Brooks

You can only have one. Who do you choose between Tim McGraw and Garth Brooks? Who do you believe is better? I think Tim McGraw wins in the long term, but right now Garth Brooks is the best man for the job.

My motto is “may the best man win.” Moreover, May We All McGraw is letting Garth Brooks outshine him these days. You see Garth Brooks is greater in the short term. His Amazon commercials demonstrate his ability to generate massive appeal. Where are the McGraw advertisements, seriously? Maybe, I’m missing the placements.

For what it’s worth, Tim McGraw has won one more Grammy than Garth Brooks (3 to 2). However, Brooks has earned 22 Academy of Country Music Awards compared to McGraw’s 14. What does this say about the two country music singers? Maybe, McGraw is more mainstream and Brooks is true country.

Both celebrities deserve respect because they are legends. Is this the Luke Bryan Vs. Blake Shelton argument all over again? Luke and Blake are legends in the making. But I believe they would rather be in McGraw’s shoes than Brooks’ boots.

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It is important to pay tribute to legends while they are still here. These days celebrities are becoming scarce. In 2016, we lost a plethora of legendary entertainers. Let’s appreciate who we have and show some respect. In the words of Garth Brooks, we have to appreciate them as “if tomorrow never comes.”

What’s wrong with comparing celebrities? Entertainment is about having fun and escaping from harsh realities. Besides, competition makes for better music.

Let’s go back to the question at hand. Remember, you can only have one. The answer depends on whether you want your steak rare or well done.

I don’t mind waiting for the flower to bloom, so I choose Tim McGraw. McGraw is a sensible choice for a guru, who loves Country. I’ll take my time meditating, then I’ll listen to Tim sing.

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The Longevity of Willie Nelson and Tony Bennett

Post author By iamgurujay
Post date December 23, 2016

BY: GURU JAY

The Longevity of Willie Nelson and Tony Bennett

I like Willie Nelson because of his longevity. The man is 83 and performs as if he were still 33. We’ve got to respect the legends while they’re still here. It’s just like giving grandpa his respect during the Holidays. Now, wouldn’t it be cool if Willie were your grandpa? Did you know Willie was raised by his grandparents?

Imagine snow sledding with Willie on a November night in Aspen, Colorado. We would visit Dolly Parton and paint the town red together. Just because he’s an outlaw doesn’t mean we’ll get into trouble. The outlaw might get us into a lot of fun.

I’m getting older myself and I’ve been noticing things, you know. I’ve seen singers turn into legends and legends die. Rest in peace David Bowie. Moreover, I’ve seen legends live also. Tony Bennett just turned 90 in August. This guy was around with Frank Sinatra.

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Bennett is one of the oldest active entertainers alive. I want to be 100 years old and still blogging. Plus, I want to be rocking hard like Mick Jagger. Right now, I’ve got them moves like Jagger.

Willie Nelson and Tony Bennett are living legends. When Tony Bennett walks in a room he’s supposed to receive a standing ovation automatically. Willie Nelson shouldn’t have to go to jury duty or court, even if he shot the sheriff; because in the words of Bob Marley it was self defense.

All I am saying is we must honor the elders of music. They opened the doors yesterday for today’s celebrities. Where would Garth Brooks be without Willie Nelson? Doesn’t Blake Shelton echo Willie’s sound? And don’t you see Michael Buble and Harry Connick Jr. bowing down to Tony?

Tony Bennett and Willie Nelson came a long way. Bennett almost died from a cocaine overdose. Nelson has been arrested more than a handful of times. At the end of the day, everybody makes mistakes. The key is to learn from them and to keep making them. Just don’t keep making the same ones.

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