Crystal Mendez From Elvis to J-Lo: 50 Years of Pop Music Jill Van Nostrand Early Legends of Rock ‘n Roll Another Legend is Elvis Presley, the phenomenon, Elvis, changed the music, film, and television world forever. He had 149 different albums and singles that became certified gold, platinum, or multi-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). 18 of his songs went to number one on the charts totaling 80 weeks. He took many influences throughout his life, combined it, and ratified the way music will be used forever. To put a cherry on top of this sundae would be to also mention that 40%, almost 1/2) of his record sales, was outside of the United States.
Name Tutor Course Date Angels in America Whenever people begin to make a list of the most celebrated playwrights in the history of the United States of America, “Tony Kushner” is a name that emerges countlessly. Since the premiere of his monumental best seller ‘Angels in America’, the writer has remained one among the many highly distinguished playwrights in the world. Angels in America delves into the nation’s state i.e. matters concerning the racial, sexual, religious, social and political issues facing the country in the Reagan period. It concentrates on the tales of a pair of couples.
With continued success, Jay-Z's net worth is expected to reach $1 billion or more within his lifetime. A truly incredible achievement for any celebrity. Here are the facts: Clothing: Jay sold Rocaware clothing, which he co-founded, for $204 million back in 2007. If Rocaware met certain performance milestones he could pull down an additional $35 million in Iconix (the buyer) stock. Records: Every single album he's ever released (over 15)
He grew up poor, but his parents worked hard to provide for him. While in high school he had at least 3 jobs to help his family. Right after high school, he began his music career and a few years later became an international star. He starred in 33 films and had numerous chart topping songs that would get him gold, platinum, and multi-platinum awards. Although he had dangerously sexy looks he did find someone he was in love with and together they created a family.
I realized Elton John somehow demanded a certain level of respect that crosses all demographics. Again, a sharp contrast from a typical rock concert. Merandi-4 At that moment it struck me how long Elton John has been entertaining. It has truly been decades of wowing the world with his incredibly consistent and beautiful music. Elton John’s career started in the 60‘s and he has sold over 220 million albums (thebiographychannel).
Synopsis Born in New York City in 1971, Tupac Shakur, known by his stage name 2Pac, was an American rapper. Shakur has sold more than 75 million albums worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists in the world. Most of Tupac's songs are about growing up amid violence and hardship in ghettos, racism, other social problems and conflicts with other rappers during the East Coast-West Coast hip hop rivalry. Shakur was shot and killed in Las Vegas, Nevada, in 1996. CONTENTS Synopsis Early Life Debut as 2Pac Controversy Violent Death QUOTES "In my death, people will understand what I was talking about."
Boyz 2 men is an American R&B vocal group best known for their emotional songs and a cappella harmonies. The quartet won 4 grammys and the trio won 2. They are the most successful R&B groups of all time selling over 60 million albums worldwide. The group was originally a quartet but Michael McCary left the group in 2003 due to his health issues. the groups first single was end of the road which hit number one on charts, it stayed number one for 13 weeks straight.
According to Steven Knopper, a reporter for Rolling Stone, the song We Owned the Night by Lady Antebellum jumped to number 1 in the first week, “selling 347,000 copies” (Knopper). In 2006 Hillary Scott, Charles Kelly, and Dave Haywood came together to create a band, which they later named Lady Antebellum. Lady Antebellum is a family of musicans that has been influenced by artists such as the Allman Brothers Band and The Eagles, and they have won countless awards on their many songs. Many different people have influenced Lady Antebellum. In an interview with the lead guitarist Dave Haywood, Patrick Luce- a reporter for Monsters and Critics, reported that the three of them “pull from vocal groups like the Eagles and Allman Brothers” (Luce).
Elvis is the single highest-selling performer in history. Elvis was put on the postage stamp in 1993. He was also referred to as “Elvis the Pelvis. Elvis Presley’s later years. Especially in the 60’s and 70’s, Elvis toured constantly, performing all over the country until his death.
After becoming famous, Elvis went on to achieve many things. A. According to Todd Morgan, who wrote parts of the Official Guide to Graceland in 2002, it is estimated that Elvis Presley has sold over one billion record units worldwide, more than anyone in record industry history. 1. Elvis has had no less than 149 songs to appear on Billboard's Hot 100 Pop Chart in America.