Michael Jackson is the undisputed King of Pop. His songs, his clothing, his performances, his dancing… it’s all iconic. However, quite possibly his most innovative territory was the music video, which he revolutionized more profoundly than any other artist. In honor of his birthday, let’s take all of his videos (or short films, as he…
In a general sense, Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814 is one of those records everyone should know cover-to-cover, and I don’t feel like that’s unreasonable. When it comes to the coexistence of pop, R&B, and hip-hop, there are very few records that rival this one (I’d say at least 3 of the ones that do are…
Who’s ready for a Throwback Thursday you can listen to?! Stop by every Thursday for a little step back in musical time with Hidden Under Headphones #TBT Playlist, mixing in songs from the ’80s, ’90s, and ’00s you may or may not have heard in a little while! Be sure to follow the playlist on…
For most important artists, when you piece through their catalog, narrowing it down to 50 songs can be kind of a chore. Most artists aren’t Prince, though. In his case, narrowing it down to 50 is virtually impossible. It was immediately clear when compiling this list that expansion was unavoidable…his catalog is just too damn…
Artists like this don’t come around often, if ever. They just don’t. Prince Rogers Nelson, the legendary artist known simply as Prince, passed away this morning at his iconic home, Paisley Park. Inevitably, the world has spent the day mourning the loss of this unparalleled artist and celebrating his career. While it would be easy to acknowledge…
Another “long, cold, lonely winter” is in the books, and Springtime is here! What better to celebrate with than a feel good playlist? From laid-back grooves to bursts of energy, Here Comes The Sun is the perfect mood-boost to transition out of the cold and into some much needed sunshine. Do-do-do-do! Here Comes The Sun THE PLAYLIST:…
For as significant an impact female artists have had on music, the general recognition of their work has been undeniably disproportionate. In honor of Women’s History Month, here’s a playlist honoring the many female artists who have played such an important part in music and its many evolutions. From rock to pop to country to hip hop…
On the eve of the 2016 Grammys, let’s zoom in on some of the year’s biggest categories for a little critical analysis. Being nominated for any award is considered a huge honor, but the winners not only cement themselves in the history books (both good and bad,) but set themselves up for a sustained career. Every year,…
It’s rare that I’m willing to use Hidden Under Headphones as a venue for editorials, but this is a situation that warrants it. While the title may lead you to believe this article would be about crafting a case to see one of pop’s reigning icons have the opportunity to play one of, easily, the…
Valentines Day is full of overhyped clichés. Take this opportunity to go against the grain without having to give up on the holiday’s central theme. Forget the sappy, overplayed love songs that everyone’s heard a million times, and go for something a little cooler. Featuring tracks from the past and present, the Alternative Valentines Day Playlist not…
The halftime show at Super Bowl 50 was destined to be momentous regardless of the angle the “Powers That Be” decided to go with. The performances, as of late, have been very pop-oriented; Katy Perry, Bruno Mars, Beyoncé, Madonna, and the Black Eyed Peas playing the last 5 years. Coldplay seemed like the perfect, necessary segue from pop back…
This is an exciting time for Coldplay. For the last decade and a half, they’ve been one of the most prominent bands in the world, conquering the hearts of everyone from alternative rock-inclined hipsters and top-40 lovers. With the recent release of their seventh studio album, A Head Full Of Dreams, a record they’ve alluded to being their…
