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Lied: the German art song tradition and its musical forms Lied Lied (plural Lieder) denotes the German art song: typically a setting of poetry for voice and piano. This article explains forms, history from medieval minnesingers to Romantic mas…
Life (Our Lady Peace song) “Life” is a 2000 alternative rock single by Canadian band Our Lady Peace from the concept album Spiritual Machines; written by Raine Maida and nominated for Best Single at the 2002…
Life After Death (The Notorious B.I.G. album) Life After Death Life After Death is the second and final studio album by the Notorious B.I.G., released in March 1997 as a double album. It was issued shortly after his death and features hit sing…
Life Is a Beach — Sash! (2012 album) Life Is A Beach Life Is a Beach is the fifth studio album by German DJ group Sash!, released 31 August 2012; a late-career dance record that revisits club-oriented trance and eurodance textures wi…
Life Less Frightening — song by Rise Against Life Less Frightening Overview of Rise Against's song "Life Less Frightening": background, musical character, themes, release context, and key facts from the 2004 album Siren Song of the Counter Culture…
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Life's a Dance — debut album by John Michael Montgomery Life's a Dance Life's a Dance is the 1992 debut studio album by American country singer John Michael Montgomery, featuring the title track and romantic ballads that established his presence on ea…
Light music: the easy-listening orchestral tradition Light music Light music is an accessible orchestral and salon-style repertoire that rose in Britain in the 19th century, flourished on mid-20th-century radio, and influenced film, radio and po…
Light of My Life (Louise single) Light of My Life Debut solo single by English singer Louise, released 25 September 1995 as the lead single from her album Naked (1996). Reached UK No. 8 and helped launch her solo career after leav…
Light Years (Kylie Minogue album) Light Years is Kylie Minogue’s seventh studio album, released 25 September 2000 by Parlophone. A dance-pop comeback with hit singles including “Spinning Around” and the duet “Kids.…
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Like a Boss (The Lonely Island song) Like a Boss A 2009 comedy hip hop track by The Lonely Island that parodies corporate bravado and Slim Thug's original, performed with Andy Samberg and featuring Seth Rogen in a workplace satir…
Like a Prayer — Madonna's 1989 album Like a Prayer Like a Prayer is Madonna's fourth studio album, released in March 1989. Noted for its blend of pop, gospel and R&B, it produced several hit singles and sparked controversy over its…
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Like Toy Soldiers (song by Eminem) Like Toy Soldiers A 2004 single by Eminem that samples Martika's 'Toy Soldiers' and addresses rap feuds and the cost of violence. Known for its truce-themed lyrics and UK chart success.
Lil Freak — Usher song featuring Nicki Minaj (2010) Lil Freak Overview, composition, production and reception of Usher's 2010 single “Lil Freak,” featuring Nicki Minaj, its use of Stevie Wonder elements, and its place on the album Raymond v.…
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Lira da braccio: Renaissance bowed string instrument Lira da braccio A concise overview of the lira da braccio, a bowed Renaissance instrument used in Italian courts for accompaniment, its construction, tuning, repertoire, iconography, and legacy.
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List of blues genres Organized overview of blues styles: musical traits, regional roots, main subgenres and their historical development and influence on popular music.
List of Bryan Adams backing band members Role-based list and summary of musicians who have toured or performed live with Bryan Adams, highlighting long-term collaborators, common lineups, and the band's development in con…
List of Columbia Records artists Overview of artists who have recorded for Columbia Records and EMI’s Columbia label, including scope, history, notable examples, and how such rosters are compiled and used.
List of guitarists Overview and categorization of guitarists: roles, styles, techniques, history, and notable examples across classical, jazz, blues, rock and other traditions.
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List of National Anthems: purpose, structure, and notable examples List of national anthems An encyclopedic overview of national anthems: what they are, how lists are organised, historical background, typical characteristics, uses, and notable examples with guidance on re…
List of number-one singles in 1996 (New Zealand) Weekly singles that reached No. 1 on New Zealand's official singles chart in 1996, with context on compilation, trends, and how to interpret the list.
Oasis band members — lineup history and roles List of Oasis band members Overview of musicians who performed as members of Oasis (1991–2009), their roles, major lineup changes, and the band's later legacy and offshoots.
