Oldies But All Time Goodies
Despite having tons of fast rising artists in the music industry, the entertainment business and its followers will always reserve a big spot for timeless artists and their classic songs. As they say, the “Oldies but (all time) goodies” are here to stay.
When we talk about classics, we often refer to the institutions of the music industry. Classic solo artists’ lists will only be “a complete list” once legendary and talented artists such as Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, David Bowie, Tom Jones, Stevie Wonder, are part of it. As for the most popular and best selling groups of all time, Abba, The Beatles, and The Doors are some of the best in the music history.
The Swedish Pop group Abba was “the act” from 1972 to 1983, and sold chart topping albums, appeared in different concerts, and earned various awards and recognitions. Some of Abba’s greatest hits are “Dancing Queen”, “Money, Money, Money”, “Take a Chance on Me”, “Thank You for the Music”, and the ever popular “Mama Mia”, so big that it became the title of a stage play, featuring the rest of Abba’s greatest songs. The stage play was later on became a successful movie.
Another Classic group favorite was, of course, The Beatles. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr made the entire world sing to their songs, and became one of the best selling bands. “Come Together” “Love Me Do”, “Help!” “Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da”, “Let It Be”, and “And I Love Her”, are only some of The Beatles greatest singles. Not to mention the different recognitions given to them by award- giving bodies all over the world.
Finally, the American rock band- The Doors, enjoyed the peak of their career from 1965 to 1973. “Hello, I Love You”, “Love Her Madly”, and “Light My Fire” are a few of their famous singles, from their over 32 million albums sold in the
In the midst of all new singles from young singers, these celebrated artists’ songs will always be remembered and be on top of the charts.
80’s Music (Still) Rocks!
Songs and singers come and go, but music and artists from the 80’s are here and will continuously make noise in the airwaves for present and future generations. Let’s go back and reminisce the best of the best of the 80’s music.
Let’s start the ball rolling by mentioning “The Material Girl” herself, Madonna. The Madonna look made a big contribution to the 80’s music. From the hair to the outfit, she made music aficionados sing to “Like A Virgin”, “Papa Don’t Preach” “La Isla Bonita” “Crazy for You” and “”Like a Prayer” to name a few. Up to now, Madonna still dominates the music and entertainment industry as she continues to reinvent herself.
Another 80’s symbol is Michael Jackson. Who haven’t heard of “Thriller”? or watched its music video? Other Michael Jackson unforgettables are “Beat It”, “Billie Jean”, “Smooth Criminal”, and “Man in the Mirror”. As we all know, he is also the brother of another famous singer/celebrity, Janet Jackson.
When we talk about band from the 80’s, all 80’s top lists won’t be complete without mentioning these two legendary bands – U2 and The Police.
Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen, Jr. marked their own territory in the music and entertainment industry with their unforgettable hits such as “Sunday Bloody Sunday”, “Where the Streets Have No Name”, and “With or Without You”. At present, U2’s main man, Bono, is actively participating in different events and organizations as activist and philanthropist.
Last, but definitely not the least is the group called “The Police”. They are the geniuses behind unforgettable singles such as “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic”, “Every Breath You Take” “Roxanne” and “Message in a Bottle”. Sting, the band’s lead vocalist also made it big in the industry as solo artist and made a name out of his beautiful and timeless music as well.
Certainly, the 80’s epoch will remain and continue to influence the current and upcoming musicians, struggling to make it big in the music scene.
How and Where To Get Mobile Downloads for your Handy Phones
With mobile download portals here and there, you might be wondering which is the most reliable and where can you get the safest and scam-free ringtones and wallpapers. Here are some criteria you may want to consider.
In choosing a content provider, make sure it offers customers an easy to navigate online portal interface. A user- friendly mobile content site, with all the mobile download categories properly displayed, makes a mobile subscribers’ download experience hassle- free. Having all information and instructions on how to download, and which mobile devices are compatible with their mobile download offerings will make your ringtone and wallpaper hunting easier. Existence of a Customer Service Support is also a good indication that your content provider is willing to give assistance to its patrons.
Another factor to consider is the type of mobile download plan being offered by the content provider. A good download site gives mobile subscribers options if they want a subscription or one- off ringtones and wallpapers purchase.
It is also important to think about the mobile download offerings of the content provider. The more ringtones and wallpaper choices, the better. However, despite having a rich library of mobile content, it is also important to consider the sound and graphical quality of the content provider.
And the most important, your preferred mobile download provider should abide by the rules and best practices set by respectable groups and organizations to avoid scams and other illegal offerings.
You think we missed out something? Feel free to add it up!
The Truth about Mobile Downloads
Living in a “Mobile Era”, you read news about new mobile downloads from artists, famous personalities as well as tv programs and movies in papers and over the net everyday. Content providers go gaga, battling each other out to get exclusive mobile content distribution over a particular label’s latest release for mobile ringtones and mobile wallpapers.
The idea of artists and music labels working with content providers benefits both the music and entertainment industry, and the mobile entertainment business. Artists and labels use mobile downloads as additional gateways where they can promote their music as well as to directly interact with fans and followers. Not to mention the revenue share they get from having their artistic pieces available on content providers’ online portals. On the other hand, content providers gain from this partnership since they get new materials to add to their rich library of mobile downloads selection.
Mobile content continues to evolve from being simple ringtones and wallpapers in a mobile users’ phone to something helpful and beneficial. Currently, mobile downloads are being utilize as campaign materials, as well as alternative avenues for non-profit organizations to gather more supporters and donations.
With the current mobile content industry’s direction, wonder where mobile contents will be a year or two years from now?
The Latest Buzz from the Mobile Download Scene
Tons of interesting news about the mobile entertainment industry has been circulating the market for the past months. Most of these informational and catchy updates are about the mobile downloads business.
The mobile downloads has become part of the 2008 US Election Campaign strategies for both Obama and McCain. And now, McCain’s chosen VP candidate announces her Sarah Palin ringtones, aiming to reach out to more voters.
On the lighter note, Indian activists try to encourage citizens to engage in safe sex, and be comfortable when dealing with this delicate issue. And there solution was to come up with the “Condom, condom!” ringtones, where the word condom is being mentioned fifty times.
Japan also came up with its own controversial mobile download, by creating the world’s longest ringtone. The said ringtone which lasts for 61 minutes and 40 seconds aims to be part of the Guinness World Records.
The coming out of unique and original mobile downloads is quite expected. In the US alone, half of its mobile users view cell phones as entertainment gadgets, where mobile subscribers use handy phones not just to call and text, but to keep them company during down times. And it seems like mobile content providers from all over the world are taking advantage of this great opportunity.
Mobile Phones Are Made Beyond Texting and Calling
Mobile phones are usually referred to as device used for sending and receiving text messages and phone calls. However, because of technical advancements and tons of money spent on research and development, handy phones have evolved from a simple communication tool into an entertainment gadget.
The young mobile phone subscribers- the teens and tweens alike, are seeing and using cell phone as a leisure tool, which they use to listen to their favorite bands, where they save tons of mobile wallpapers of artists, download and play mobile games, as well as visit and update profiles from their favorite social network sites. With tons of mobile content downloads and subscriptions from different content providers, it’s quite evident that this segment of the market is spending most of their time entertaining themselves using handy phones.
These cell phone users’ involvement and addiction of mobile phones might be the reason behind different studies being conducted by experts regarding possible hazardous effects of too much usage of mobile phones.
We should all hope that there are (will be) no harmful effects caused by cell phone addiction. Because if there is, can you imagine what’s in store in the future of today’s young mobile users, let’s say thirty years from now? Scary…