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Shara Nelson
Shara Nelson (born 1965) is an English singer and songwriter. She worked with Massive Attack in the early 1990s, and as a solo artist had five UK top 40 hit singles. Her 1993 debut album, ''What Silence Knows'', was shortlisted for the Mercury Music Prize. Career Early work Nelson's first release was the 1983 single "Aiming at Your Heart", which was credited to Shara Nelson & The Circuit. She then released her debut solo single, "Can't Get Over You", in 1986 under the name "Shara". Nelson released two further solo singles in the 1980s, "Standing Invitation" as Sharon Nelson and "Love's Hit You" as Shara Nelson. In the late 1980s, she began working with the Bristol-based DJ/production team The Wild Bunch, from who a spin-off production team/crew would form, named Massive Attack. 1990s Nelson's first release with Massive Attack was the single "Daydreaming" in 1990. As well as providing vocals, Nelson also co-wrote songs with Massive Attack, including the hit single "Unfinished Sy ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Inside Out (Shara Nelson Song)
"Inside Out" is a song by British singer and songwriter Shara Nelson, released in November 1993 on Cooltempo Records as the third single from her first solo album, ''What Silence Knows'' (1993). In August 1994, it was re-released as part of a remix single with " Down That Road". A music video was produced to promote the single. Critical reception In his weekly UK chart commentary, James Masterton wrote, "Easily the most outstanding track from her album, "Inside Out" goes back to basics featuring just her voice accompanied by a pedal steel guitar, both swathed in echo as if playing in an empty hall. The result is the most heartbreakingly beautiful record you are likely to hear all year and tragically this may be as far as it gets." Upon the re-release of the single, a reviewer from ''Music & Media'' said, "A re-release, so here's a re-run of our view: upside down, inside out, backwards, whatever; as long as you play this "electricoustic" soul ballad you stay on the right side of p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uptight (Shara Nelson Song)
"Uptight" is a song by English singer and songwriter Shara Nelson, released as the fourth single from her first solo album, ''What Silence Knows'' (1993), in January 1994. Critical reception Jonathan Bernstein from '' Spin'' noted the song's "insecurity" in his review of the ''What Silence Knows ''What Silence Knows'' is the debut solo album by English singer Shara Nelson, released in September 1993 on Cooltempo Records. It includes five singles which reached the UK Singles Chart: " Down That Road", " One Goodbye in Ten", "Inside Out", ...'' album. Track listings * UK CD single (7243 8 81184 2 2) # "Uptight" (Uno Perfecto Edit) - 4:30 # "Uptight" (Uno Perfecto Mix) - 7:05 # "Uptight" (Dirty Lowdown Vocal Mix) - 5:30 # "What Silence Knows" (Unreleased Version) - 7:52 * European CD single (7243 8 81186 2 0) # "Uptight" (Uno Perfecto Edit) - 4:32 # "Uptight" (Dirty Lowdown Dub) - 5:29 # "Uptight" (Uno Perfecto Mix) - 7:06 Charts References External links * 1993 song ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
One Goodbye In Ten
"One Goodbye in Ten" is a song by British singer-songwriter Shara Nelson, released in September 1993 as the second single from her first solo album, ''What Silence Knows'' (1993). Critical reception In his weekly UK chart commentary, James Masterton wrote, "Shara Nelson follows up July's No.19 hit " Down That Road" with a song which is a vast improvement on its predecessor. "One Goodbye in Ten" shows off her voice to dramatic effect, a ballad in the classic Motown sense, strings and all. If there was any justice this would be a massive hit. Sadly I fear most record buyers will be too insular to appreciate the brilliance of this track." Gavin Reeve from ''Smash Hits'' gave it four out of five, adding, "Once again Shara takes us down that road to a time when singers could actually sing and musical instruments didn't go bleep. A real jeans commercial of a record that holds your hand and whispers "come on, you know you want to". Mellow with a capital mmm..." Jonathan Bernstein from ''S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Down That Road (Shara Nelson Song)
"Down That Road" is a song by British singer-songwriter Shara Nelson, released July 1993 on Cooltempo Records as the debut single from her first solo album, ''What Silence Knows'' (1993). It peaked at number 19 on the UK Singles Chart, reached number one on the European Dance Radio Chart, and became a top-20 hit on the US ''Billboard'' Hot Dance Club Play chart. Critical reception In his weekly UK chart commentary, James Masterton wrote, "Shara Nelson makes her Top 40 debut with a fairly standard piece of pop-soul but with continued airplay may well breach the Top 10 if she is lucky." Andy Beevers from ''Music Week'' gave it four out of five, describing it as "a classy song that grows in stature the more you hear it." He added, "Paul Oakenfold and Steve Osborne's Perfecto Mix is surprisingly funky while Frankie Foncett opts for the soulful vocals. It has been getting a positive club reaction, but its chart potential will dépend more on radio exposure." Paul Moody from ''NME ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daydreaming (Massive Attack Song)
"Daydreaming" is a song by Massive Attack with vocals by Shara Nelson. The song samples "Mambo" by Wally Badarou (the "fifth member" of Level 42), from his album ''Echoes'' (1984). "Daydreaming" was released as a single on 15 October 1990, six months before their debut album ''Blue Lines''. It reached #81 in the UK Singles Chart The UK Singles Chart (currently titled Official Singles Chart, with the upper section more commonly known as the Official UK Top 40) is compiled by the Official Charts Company (OCC), on behalf of the British record industry, listing the top-s .... Track listing ;7" single (WBRS 1) #"Daydreaming" – 4:12 #"Daydreaming" (Instrumental) – 4:45 ;12" single (WBRT 1) #"Daydreaming" – 4:12 #"Daydreaming" (Instrumental) – 4:45 #"Any Love" (2) - 4:16 ;CD single (WBRX 1) #"Daydreaming" – 4:12 #"Daydreaming" (Instrumental) – 4:45 #"Any Love" (2) - 4:16 ;12" remix single (WBRR 1) #"Daydreaming" (Luv It Mix) – 5:27 #"Daydreaming" (Brixton Bass Mix ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Safe From Harm (song)
"Safe from Harm" is the third single and opening track from ''Blue Lines'', the 1991 debut album from British trip hop collective Massive Attack, with vocals by Shara Nelson and Robert Del Naja. The bass, guitar, and drums are sampled from the song "Stratus" by Billy Cobham, from his album ''Spectrum'' (with guitar by Tommy Bolin). Additional drums are sampled from "Good Old Music" by Funkadelic. Other samples come from Herbie Hancock's "Chameleon", and some of the background vocals are based on Johnny "Guitar" Watson's 1961 song ''Looking Back''. "Safe from Harm" (Perfecto Mix) is featured at the end of the Michael Mann-directed movie '' The Insider''. Inspiration The liner notes to ''Blue Lines'' mention the movie ''Taxi Driver'' as an influence. Critical reception Pan-European magazine ''Music & Media'' wrote, "With the atmospheric synthesizer sounds, the hefty bassline and the irresistible vocals by Shara Nelson, this follow-up to the European hit Unfinished Sympathy, is l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pop Music
Pop music is a genre of popular music that originated in its modern form during the mid-1950s in the United States and the United Kingdom. The terms ''popular music'' and ''pop music'' are often used interchangeably, although the former describes all music that is popular and includes many disparate styles. During the 1950s and 1960s, pop music encompassed rock and roll and the youth-oriented styles it influenced. ''Rock'' and ''pop'' music remained roughly synonymous until the late 1960s, after which ''pop'' became associated with music that was more commercial, ephemeral, and accessible. Although much of the music that appears on record charts is considered to be pop music, the genre is distinguished from chart music. Identifying factors usually include repeated choruses and hooks, short to medium-length songs written in a basic format (often the verse-chorus structure), and rhythms or tempos that can be easily danced to. Much pop music also borrows elements from other styles ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Paul McCartney
Sir James Paul McCartney (born 18 June 1942) is an English singer, songwriter and musician who gained worldwide fame with the Beatles, for whom he played bass guitar and shared primary songwriting and lead vocal duties with John Lennon. One of the most successful composers and performers of all time, McCartney is known for his melodic approach to bass-playing, versatile and wide tenor vocal range, and musical eclecticism, exploring styles ranging from pre–rock and roll pop to classical and electronica. His songwriting partnership with Lennon remains the most successful in history. Born in Liverpool, McCartney taught himself piano, guitar and songwriting as a teenager, having been influenced by his father, a jazz player, and rock and roll performers such as Little Richard and Buddy Holly. He began his career when he joined Lennon's skiffle group, the Quarrymen, in 1957, which evolved into the Beatles in 1960. Sometimes called "the cute Beatle", McCartney later invo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1994 BRIT Awards
Brit Awards 1994 was the 14th edition of the Brit Awards, an annual pop music awards ceremony in the United Kingdom. It was organised by the British Phonographic Industry and took place on 14 February 1994 at Alexandra Palace in London. It was the first year that the British Dance Act award was given. Performances * Björk and PJ Harvey – "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" * Bon Jovi featuring Brian May and Dina Carroll – " I'll Sleep When I'm Dead" * Elton John and RuPaul – "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" * Meat Loaf – "I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That)" * Pet Shop Boys – " Go West" * Stereo MCs – "Connected" * Take That – "The Beatles Medley" * Van Morrison featuring Shane MacGowan – "Have I Told You Lately" Winners and nominees References External linksBrit Awards 1994 at Brits.co.uk {{Brit Awards Brit Awards Brit Awards Brit Awards Brit Awards Brit Awards Brit Awards The BRIT Awards (often simply called the BRITs) are the British Phonograp ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mercury Prize
The Mercury Prize, formerly called the Mercury Music Prize, is an annual music prize awarded for the best album released in the United Kingdom by a British or Irish act. It was created by Jon Webster and Robert Chandler in association with the British Phonographic Industry and British Association of Record Dealers in 1992 as an alternative to the Brit Awards. The prize was originally sponsored by Mercury Communications, a brand owned by Cable & Wireless, from which the prize gets its name. It was later sponsored by Technics (1998 to 2001), Panasonic formerly between 1935 and 2008 and the first incarnation of between 2008 and 2022, is a major Japanese multinational corporation, multinational Conglomerate (company), conglomerate corporation, headquartered in Kadoma, Osaka, Kadoma, Osaka P ... (2002 and 2003), Nationwide Building Society (2004 to 2008) and Barclaycard (2009–14). The 2015 prize was sponsored by the BBC, while in 2016 it was announced that a three-year deal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saint Etienne (band)
Saint Etienne are an English band from London, formed in 1990. The band consists of Sarah Cracknell, Bob Stanley (musician), Bob Stanley and Pete Wiggs. They became associated with the UK's indie dance scene in the 1990s, beginning with the release of their debut album ''Foxbase Alpha'' in 1991. Their work has been described as uniting 1990s club culture with 1960s pop and other disparate influences. The name of the band comes from the French football club of AS Saint-Étienne. History Bob Stanley (Saint Etienne), Bob Stanley and Pete Wiggs were childhood friends and former music journalist, music journalists, who once had a fanzine called ''Caff'' which had developed into a record label by 1989. They originally planned that Saint Etienne would use a variety of different lead singers, and their 1991 debut album, ''Foxbase Alpha'' – influenced by sources such as club culture, 1960s pop, and Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark's ''Dazzle Ships (album), Dazzle Ships'' – features ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
British Phonographic Industry
British Phonographic Industry (BPI) is the British recorded music industry's Trade association. It runs the BRIT Awards, the Classic BRIT Awards, National Album Day, is home to the Mercury Prize, and co-owns the Official Charts Company with the Entertainment Retailers Association, and awards UK music sales through the BRIT Certified Awards. Structure Its membership comprises hundreds of music companies including all three "major" record companies in the UK (Warner Music UK, Sony Music UK, & Universal Music UK), and over 450 independent record labels and small to medium-sized music businesses. The BPI council is the management and policy forum of the BPI. It is chaired by the chair of BPI, and includes the chief executive, chief operating officer (COO) and the general counsel. In addition it includes 12 representatives from the recorded music sector, six from major labels, two each from the three major companies, and six from the independent sector, which are selected by votin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
