Post‑Disco: Artists and Notable Songs List of post-disco artists and songs Overview and curated examples of post‑disco artists and representative songs, with context on characteristics, history, and influence on later dance music.
List of Slipknot band members Overview and organized list of Slipknot members: founding figures, notable former and recent members, roles, lineup changes and the band's mask/numbering practices.
List of songs by Keane — notable tracks and organization List of songs by Keane Organized overview of songs recorded and performed by English rock band Keane, grouping studio-album singles, notable non-album tracks, B-sides, live staples and where to find full…
Soundgarden band members and lineup history List of Soundgarden band members A concise, chronological account of Soundgarden’s members: founding personnel, later additions and departures, key lineup stability, reunion, and the band’s legacy.
Listen (song) — Beyoncé / Dreamgirls (2006) Listen (song) A power ballad sung by Beyoncé for the 2006 film Dreamgirls; released as the soundtrack's lead single and included as a hidden track on international editions of B'Day. Themes: emp…
Lists of Record Labels: Organization, Types, and Uses Lists of record labels Overview of lists of record labels, how they are organized (alphabetical, by genre, company, location), and why such lists are useful for research, collectors, and the music indust…
Lithium (Nirvana song) "Lithium" is a song by Nirvana from the album Nevermind. Written by Kurt Cobain, it mixes quiet-loud dynamics with lyrics about grief, faith and emotional stabilization and became…
Little Anthony and the Imperials: career, hits, and influence Little Anthony and the Imperials American vocal group formed in the 1950s, known for doo-wop beginnings and soulful hits such as "Tears On My Pillow" and "Goin' Out of My Head"; notable collaborators include Teddy…
Little Mix (British girl group) Little Mix Little Mix are a British girl group formed on The X Factor in 2011. Known for hits such as "Cannonball", "Wings" and "Shout Out to My Ex", they have sold millions of records and be…
Little Wing A concise, lyrical song by the Jimi Hendrix Experience from 1967's Axis: Bold as Love, celebrated for its lyrical imagery, delicate guitar texture, and lasting influence through ma…
Live (Usher album) Live (album) Live is a 1999 concert album by American singer Usher, recorded in Chattanooga in October 1998 and issued in audio and video editions; it received mixed reviews and modest commerci…
Live album A live album is a recording of a musical performance captured in front of an audience; it documents the energy of a concert and differs from studio-produced records.
Live at Leeds (The Who album) Live at Leeds Live at Leeds is a 1970 live album by The Who, recorded at Leeds University. Celebrated for its intensity and fidelity, it has been expanded in later reissues and is frequently cit…
Live at Wembley '86 — Queen live album and concert video Live at Wembley '86 Live at Wembley '86 is Queen's live recording of their July 12, 1986 Magic Tour performance at Wembley Stadium, released as a double album and later issued on DVD and reissued CD e…
Live Forever (Oasis song) 1994 single by Oasis from their debut album Definitely Maybe. Written by Noel Gallagher, it offered an upbeat counterpoint to early-90s grunge and became a defining moment of Britp…
Live from Le Cabaret (Maroon 5 live release) Live from Le Cabaret Live from Le Cabaret is a live recording by Maroon 5 released exclusively on iTunes on July 8, 2008, documenting an intimate concert performance and issued as a digital-only offeri…
Live from SoHo (Maroon 5 album) A 2008 live EP by Maroon 5 featuring six tracks recorded live in SoHo; released March 25, 2008, the set reproduces the opening sequence of It Won't Be Soon Before Long in a strippe…
Live Through This (Hole album) Live Through This Live Through This is Hole's second studio album, released April 12, 1994 by Geffen. Largely written by Courtney Love and Eric Erlandson, it drew strong reviews and produced the sin…
Live with Me (song) A 2006 song by Bristol trip‑hop pioneers Massive Attack, issued on the compilation Collected. Noted for its dark, cinematic production and emotive vocal delivery within the band's…
Livin' la Vida Loca 1999 breakout single by Ricky Martin that helped spark the late-1990s Latin pop crossover; written by Desmond Child and Robi 'Draco' Rosa; reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 an…
Living My Life (Grace Jones album) Living My Life is the sixth studio album by Grace Jones, released 7 November 1982. A fusion of reggae, dub and new wave recorded with Sly & Robbie at Compass Point, it completed he…
Living with a Hernia (song) Living with a Hernia A 1986 comedic parody by 'Weird Al' Yankovic that lampoons James Brown's 'Living in America' while joking about the discomfort of a hernia; included on the album Polka Party!
LMFAO: American party-rock duo known for dance-pop and viral hits LMFAO (group) LMFAO was an American electro-hop duo (Redfoo and SkyBlu) famed for upbeat party anthems like "Party Rock Anthem" and "Sexy and I Know It" and for popularizing a modern shuffle dan…
Load (Metallica album) Load (album) Load is Metallica's 1996 studio album that marked a stylistic shift toward bluesy hard rock and groove metal; it was commercially successful but divided longtime fans.
Loaded (The Velvet Underground album) Loaded is the Velvet Underground's fourth studio album, released in 1970. Marking a turn toward melodic, radio-friendly songs, it includes enduring tracks such as "Sweet Jane" and…
Lofsöngur — Iceland's national anthem (Ó Guð vors lands) Lofsöngur Lofsöngur, also known by its opening words Ó Guð vors lands, is Iceland’s national anthem. Lyrics by Matthías Jochumsson and music by Sveinbjörn Sveinbjörnsson, written for the 100…
Lohengrin — Wagner's Romantic Opera of the Swan Knight Lohengrin (opera) Lohengrin is a three-act Romantic opera by Richard Wagner, based on the medieval Swan Knight legend. Premiered mid-19th century, it features leitmotifs, the Bridal Chorus and theme…
LOL (Basshunter album) LOL is the 2006 studio album by Swedish electronic artist Basshunter (Jonas Altberg), featuring the viral eurodance single "Boten Anna" and several songs themed around gaming, chat…
London Bach Society: history, repertoire and influence London Bach Society Ensemble and society founded by Paul Steinitz to perform the music of Johann Sebastian Bach using historically informed approaches; notable for cantata cycles, period-instrument fo…
London Bridge (Fergie song) Debut solo single by American singer Fergie from her 2006 album The Dutchess, produced by Polow da Don; a pop‑rap track noted for its hook, provocative lyrics and commercial succes…
Long Way to Go — Gwen Stefani and André 3000 song Long Way to Go (Gwen Stefani and André 3000 song) Closing track from Gwen Stefani's 2004 debut solo album, featuring André 3000 and a sample of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1963 'I Have a Dream' speech.
Look After You (The Fray song) Look After You Piano-driven ballad by American rock band The Fray, released as the fourth single from their debut album in 2007. Known for intimate, protective lyrics and frequent live performanc…
Lord Don't Slow Me Down (song) A 2007 non-album single by English rock band Oasis, released to coincide with their documentary of the same name; a brisk, guitar-driven track that reached the UK top 10.
Lordi: Finnish heavy metal band known for theatrical monster personas Lordi Lordi is a Finnish hard rock/heavy metal band formed in 1992, famous for monster costumes and theatrical shows. They won Eurovision 2006 with "Hard Rock Hallelujah" and achieved in…
Los Angeles Philharmonic Major American orchestra based in Los Angeles, renowned for contemporary programming, commissions, and performances at Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. Strong educa…
Los Temerarios — Mexican romantic ensemble founded by the Ángel family Los Temerarios Los Temerarios are a Mexican romantic and grupera band formed in 1978 by Adolfo and Gustavo Ángel and cousin Fernando Ángel. They have recorded 20+ albums and earned multiple award…
Los Tres Reyes — Mexican trio of mariachi and ranchera singers Los Tres Reyes Los Tres Reyes are a Mexican vocal trio known for mariachi and ranchera music. Their 2001 comeback album Retorno De Los Tres Reyes reached the Mexican top 20; they recorded a duet…
Lose Yourself (Eminem song) Lose Yourself “Lose Yourself” is a 2002 hip hop single by Eminem from the film 8 Mile. Celebrated for its urgent lyrics and cinematic production, it won major awards and became a cultural anthem…
Losing My Religion (R.E.M. song) Losing My Religion 1991 single by R.E.M. built around a mandolin riff; peaked at #4 on the US Billboard Hot 100, won two Grammys, and became an influential alternative-rock crossover with a surreal m…
Lost (song) — Frank Ocean Lost (Frank Ocean song) An encyclopedic overview of Frank Ocean's song 'Lost' from the 2012 album Channel Orange: composition, themes, reception and its place within Ocean's work.
Lostprophets — Welsh rock band: history, music, controversy and legacy Lostprophets Overview of Lostprophets: formation in Pontypridd, five studio albums, chart success and awards, the 2013 criminal convictions of the singer, and the band's aftermath and legacy.
Lotus (Christina Aguilera album) Lotus (album) Lotus is the seventh studio album by Christina Aguilera, released by RCA Records on November 9, 2012. It emphasizes themes of renewal and empowerment across pop, dance and ballad s…
Loud Love (song) Loud Love “Loud Love” is a 1989 Soundgarden song from the album Louder Than Love, written by Chris Cornell; a heavy, early-grunge track later featured in the film Wayne's World.
Loudness (Japanese heavy metal band) Loudness (band) Loudness is a pioneering Japanese heavy metal band formed in 1981, noted for virtuosic guitar work, international breakthroughs in the 1980s, several lineup changes, and long-term…
Loudness war: mastering, dynamic range compression and its effects Loudness war The loudness war describes the trend of mastering music to be increasingly loud by reducing dynamic range. This article explains how it works, notable examples, criticisms and mode…
Louie Louie: origin, recordings, controversy and cultural legacy Louie Louie A rhythm and blues song written by Richard Berry (1955) and popularized by The Kingsmen (1963). Known for its three‑chord drive, garbled vocals, an FBI inquiry, and wide influence…
Louisiana blues A regional blues style from Louisiana characterized by slow, swampy rhythms, relaxed grooves, and influences from Delta, New Orleans R&B, and Creole musical traditions.
Love in This Club — Usher song and cultural impact Love in This Club Overview of Usher’s single “Love in This Club”: creation, musical style, reception, chart success, video, and notable remixes including Part II with Beyoncé and Lil Wayne.
