Music

Grandaddy (American indie rock band) Grandaddy Grandaddy, formed in California in 1992, is an influential indie rock group led by Jason Lytle, known for blending lo-fi electronics and melancholic songwriting; best known for The…

Grateful Dead: American rock band known for improvisation and devoted fans Grateful Dead American rock band formed in 1965, the Grateful Dead blended psychedelic rock, folk, blues and country, built a devoted 'Deadhead' community and became renowned for long improvisat…

Gravity (Sara Bareilles song) A piano-led ballad by Sara Bareilles from Little Voice (2007). Written by Bareilles, produced by Eric Rosse, and known for its emotional lyrics, stripped arrangement, and enduring…

Great Highland Bagpipe The Great Highland bagpipe is a mouth-blown Scottish bagpipe with a chanter and three drones. It is central to Scottish music, military and ceremonial traditions and distinctive fo…

Great Lake Swimmers (Canadian folk-rock band) Great Lake Swimmers Great Lake Swimmers are a Canadian folk-rock/indie band known for atmospheric, acoustic-driven songs, natural recording spaces, and introspective lyrics. Founded in Wainfleet and n…

Greatest Hits (Chris Gaines album) Overview of the Chris Gaines project often associated with a 'Greatest Hits' framing — the 1999 concept album by Garth Brooks released under a fictional rock persona.

Greatest Hits (Selena album) A posthumous compilation of Selena's English-language recordings, released in 2003; features her crossover singles and a special edition with a DVD of music videos.

Greatest Love of All (song) Greatest Love of All Popular ballad written by Michael Masser and Linda Creed, first recorded by George Benson and later made a global hit by Whitney Houston; themes of self-respect, resilience and pas…

Green Day: overview, history, music and legacy Green Day Green Day is an American rock band from the East Bay punk scene, known for melodic punk, breakthrough album Dookie, the rock opera American Idiot, global sales, major awards and la…

Green Light (Beyoncé song) Green Light An energetic R&B/funk single from Beyoncé's 2006 album B'Day, written with Sean Garrett and Pharrell Williams; notable for its upbeat production, Freemasons remix and UK single rel…

Gregorian chant: history, musical features, and liturgical role Gregorian chant Monophonic sacred chant of the Western Church. Overview of its musical features, liturgical function, origins, notation, early polyphony, and modern revival.

Grillz Grillz: a 2005 hit by Nelly and a form of decorative dental jewelry. Overview of the song, collaborators, chart performance, and the history, materials, cultural role, and controve…

Grime (music) Grime is a UK electronic music genre from early-2000s London, defined by rapid tempos, jagged synths and MC-driven vocal styles that evolved from UK garage and drew on drum and bas…

Grindcore: an overview of the extreme music genre Grindcore Grindcore is an intense fusion of heavy metal and hardcore punk from the 1980s, noted for extreme tempos, abrasive vocals, short songs and politically or graphically charged lyrics…

Grönwalls: Swedish dansband from Hässleholm Grönwalls Grönwalls was a Swedish dansband known for dance-friendly pop and ballads. Formed in Hässleholm, they won the national championship in 1992 and had several charting hits in the 199…

Groove: channels, musical feel, and related meanings Groove A groove is a long, narrow channel cut or formed in a surface, and by extension a rhythmic feel in music; this article surveys physical types, manufacturing, audio grooves, musical…

Groove (music): rhythmic feel and ensemble interplay Groove (music) Groove is the emphasized rhythmic 'feel' created by a rhythm section. It shapes how music moves, supports dancing, and distinguishes styles such as funk, rock and soul.

Groove metal Groove metal is a heavy metal subgenre that emphasizes mid‑tempo, syncopated guitar riffs and aggressive vocals. It emerged from thrash metal in the late 1980s and rose to prominen…

Grunge (music): Origins, Style, and Cultural Impact Grunge music Grunge is a rock subgenre that emerged in the Pacific Northwest in the mid-1980s, known for its raw sound, angst-filled lyrics, quiet-loud dynamics, and lasting influence on altern…

Guarneri: The Cremonese Family of Violin Makers Guarneri Guarneri refers to a prominent family of Cremonese violin makers whose instruments, especially those by Bartolomeo 'del Gesù', rank among the finest ever made.

Guckkasten — South Korean Psychedelic Indie Rock Band Guckkasten Guckkasten is a South Korean indie rock band noted for psychedelic sound, theatrical live shows and experimental arrangements. Formed in the early 2000s, they blend intense musicia…

Guitar: structure, history, playing techniques and common types Guitar Overview of the guitar: its parts, how it produces sound, historical development, playing methods, common types (acoustic and electric) and basic tuning and uses across musical sty…

Guitar chord: definition, voicings, history, and practical uses Guitar chord An overview of guitar chords: what they are, how voicings and tuning affect them, common types and shapes, historical context, and practical tips for playing and arranging chords o…

Guitar Hero III Mobile A 2007 mobile adaptation of the Guitar Hero rhythm series, tailored for feature phones and sold through carriers; a simplified but faithful rendition of the console game’s play sty…

Guitar solo: form, technique, history and cultural role Guitar solo An overview of the guitar solo: its musical functions, common techniques, historical development across genres, notable examples, and how its role has changed over time.

Guitar World — magazine for guitarists, lessons, interviews and gear Guitar World Guitar World is a monthly magazine and website devoted to guitarists and bassists, offering interviews, lessons, tablature, gear reviews, and industry news since its launch in 1980…

Gump — "Weird Al" Yankovic parody of "Lump" inspired by the film Forrest Gump Gump (song) Overview of Weird Al Yankovic's Gump, a 1996 parody of Lump that humorously retells the film Forrest Gump, its musical approach, release on Bad Hair Day, and critical and fan recep…

Guns N' Roses American hard rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1985, known for a raw, blues-influenced sound, classic lineup, turbulent history of lineup changes, and landmark songs like "Sweet…

Gunslinger (Garth Brooks album) Gunslinger Gunslinger is the twelfth studio album by country artist Garth Brooks, released November 25, 2016 on Pearl Records. It blends country and rock influences and was promoted with a le…

Gunther Schuller: composer, horn player and advocate of the 'Third Stream' Gunther Schuller American composer, conductor, French horn player and educator who championed the 'Third Stream' synthesis of classical and jazz. Born 1925 in New York City; died 2015 in Boston.

Guqin: the ancient Chinese seven-string zither Guqin Guqin is a silent, refined seven-string Chinese zither with a history among scholars. This article covers its construction, playing techniques, notation, repertoire, cultural role…

Gustav Mahler: Composer, Conductor, and Symphonic Innovator Gustav Mahler Concise account of Gustav Mahler (1860–1911): his life, major works, conducting career, musical characteristics, and his influence on late Romantic and early modern music.

Guttermouth: American punk rock band from Huntington Beach Guttermouth Guttermouth is an American punk rock band formed in 1988 in Huntington Beach, known for irreverent lyrics, fast-paced music, provocative stage antics, and a contentious history inc…

Guzheng: Chinese plucked zither and its music Guzheng The guzheng is a traditional Chinese plucked zither with moveable bridges, long strings and expressive techniques; used in solo, ensemble and contemporary music worldwide.

Gwar: Satirical Shock-Rock Band Known for Monster Costumes and Theatrics Gwar Gwar is a U.S. satirical thrash-punk band formed in 1984, famous for grotesque monster costumes, violent theatrical shows, dark political satire, and a lasting influence on shock r…

Gyllene Tider (Swedish pop band) Gyllene Tider Gyllene Tider is a Swedish pop band from Halmstad, best known for catchy Swedish‑language hits in the early 1980s. Fronted by Per Gessle, the group achieved lasting national popula…

Gym Class Heroes American band blending hip hop, rock and pop known for live instrumentation, fronted by Travie McCoy and for hits like "Cupid's Chokehold" and collaborations with Patrick Stump and…

H.O.T. (South Korean boy band) H.O.T. (band) H.O.T. is a pioneering South Korean boy band formed in 1996 that helped define the modern K-pop idol system, gained major popularity across East Asia, and reunited after disbanding…

Ha*Ash Ha*Ash are an American Latin pop duo formed by sisters Ashley Grace and Hanna Nicole in 2002. They blend pop, country and ballad traditions, sing in Spanish and English, and are kn…

Hail to the Thief (Radiohead album) Hail to the Thief Hail to the Thief is Radiohead's sixth studio album, released in June 2003. It blends rock and electronic music and addresses political anxieties of the early 2000s, receiving vari…

Hail! Minnesota — the state song of Minnesota Hail! Minnesota “Hail! Minnesota” is the official state song of Minnesota. Originating at the University of Minnesota in the early 1900s, it honors the state and its people and was adopted by the…

Half Hour of Power Debut EP by Canadian rock band Sum 41, released in 2000. A short, high-energy pop-punk collection whose title playfully overstates its runtime and helped launch the band's mainstre…

Hall & Oates: Overview, History, Style, and Legacy Hall & Oates Hall & Oates, the American duo of Daryl Hall and John Oates from Philadelphia, blended pop, rock and soul to become major chart artists in the late 1970s–mid 1980s and continue to…

Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen song) A detailed overview of Leonard Cohen's song "Hallelujah": origins, lyrical themes, musical form, notable covers and its cultural impact since 1984 and the early 2000s resurgence.

Hallelujah (Paramore song) Album track by American rock band Paramore from their 2007 album RIOT!, known for energetic pop-punk sound and Hayley Williams' emotive vocals.

Halls of Illusions — Insane Clown Posse song (1997) Halls of Illusions “Halls of Illusions” is a 1997 single by Insane Clown Posse from The Great Milenko. A horrorcore Midwest hip hop track with guest guitar by Slash, it uses carnival imagery to conde…

Hamilton Harty: Irish composer, conductor and accompanist Hamilton Harty Biography of Sir Hamilton Harty (1879–1941), his career as accompanist and conductor, association with the Hallé Orchestra in Manchester, compositional output, style and legacy.

HammerFall (Swedish heavy/power metal band) HammerFall HammerFall is a Gothenburg-based Swedish band that revived classic heavy and power metal in the 1990s with anthem-driven songs, fantasy imagery, and a string of influential albums.