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Lighthead
A headlight is a device used to light the road ahead of a vehicle. Headlight or headlamp may also refer to: Lights * Headlamp (outdoor), a mobile lighting device fastened to a person's head for outdoor activities * Carbide lamp, a type of lamp that produces and burns acetylene, created by the reaction of calcium carbide with water, previously used for vehicle headlamps Software * Headlight Software, software developer and creator of the GetRight download manager Music * Headlights (band), an indie rock band from Champaign, Illinois, United States that formed in 2004, active until at least 2009 Albums *''Headlights'', album by The Whispers Songs * "Headlights" (Cat Power song) 1993 song reissued on the album ''Dear Sir'', 1995 * "Headlights" (Eminem song), a song by Eminem from his album ''The Marshall Mathers LP 2'', 2013 * "Headlights" (Montgomery Gentry song), 2014 * "Headlights" (Robin Schulz song), 2015 *"Headlights", song by Lloyd Cole from ''Plastic Wood'', 2001 *"He ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Headlight
A headlamp is a lamp (electrical component), lamp attached to the front of a vehicle to illuminate the road ahead. Headlamps are also often called headlights, but in the most precise usage (language), usage, ''headlamp'' is the term for the device itself and ''headlight'' is the term for the light beam, beam of light produced and distributed by the device. Headlamp performance has steadily improved throughout the automobile age, spurred by the great disparity between daytime and nighttime traffic fatalities: the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that nearly half of all traffic-related fatalities occur in the dark, despite only 25% of traffic travelling during darkness. Other vehicles, such as trains and aircraft, are required to have headlamps. Bicycle lighting, Bicycle headlamps are often used on bicycles, and are required in some jurisdictions. They can be powered by a battery (electricity), battery or a small generator like a bottle dynamo, bottle o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lloyd Cole
Lloyd Cole (born 31 January 1961) is an English singer and songwriter. He was lead singer of Lloyd Cole and the Commotions from 1984 to 1989 and subsequently worked solo. Early life Cole was born in Buxton, Derbyshire, England. He grew up in nearby Chapel-en-le-Frith and went to New Mills Grammar School and later attended Runshaw College in Leyland. He studied a year of law at University College London but switched to the University of Glasgow, where he studied philosophy and English, and also met the future members of The Commotions. Career 1984–1989: Lloyd Cole and the Commotions The Commotions' 1984 debut, ''Rattlesnakes'', contained literary and pop culture references to such figures as Arthur Lee, Norman Mailer, Grace Kelly, Eva Marie Saint, Simone de Beauvoir, Truman Capote and Joan Didion. The group produced two more albums, ''Easy Pieces'' and '' Mainstream'', before disbanding in 1989. Songs by the band include "Perfect Skin", "Rattlesnakes", "Forest Fire", "Ar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Michael Stanley Band
Michael Stanley (born Michael Stanley Gee; March 25, 1948 – March 5, 2021) was an American singer-songwriter, musician, radio and television personality. Both as a solo artist and with the Michael Stanley Band (MSB), his brand of heartland rock was popular in Cleveland, Ohio, and around the American Midwest in the 1970s and 1980s. Early life, family, and education Michael Stanley Gee graduated from Rocky River High School (Ohio), Rocky River High School in 1966. He attended Hiram College on a baseball athletic scholarship, scholarship and graduated with a bachelor's degree in 1970. Career Early career While in college, Michael Stanley was in the band Silk (originally called the Tree Stumps) which released an album, ''Smooth As Raw Silk'', on ABC Records in 1969. A few years after his graduation, while working as a regional manager for a record store chain, Stanley released his first solo album, ''Michael Stanley'', on Tumbleweed Records in 1973. The album was produced by Bi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Everything Is (album)
''Everything Is'' is the debut album by English rock band Nine Black Alps released on 13 June 2005 under Island Records. The album generally received favourable reviews among critics, and heralded acclaim from portions of the British music press, earning the band a loyal fanbase following in the United Kingdom. Five singles were released from the album; "Cosmopolitan," "Shot Down," "Not Everyone," "Unsatisfied" and "Just Friends". Track listing Popular culture * "Unsatisfied" was featured in episode 20 of the third season of the television series ''One Tree Hill''. * "Shot Down" appeared in the video games ''Burnout Revenge'', ''Burnout Legends'' and ''SSX on Tour'' in 2005. * "Cosmopolitan" is featured on ''FIFA 06'' and ''Madden NFL 06'' * "Not Everyone" appeared on '' Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition Remix''. Personnel ;Nine Black Alps * Sam Forrest – vocals, guitar * David Jones – bass, guitar * Martin Cohen – bass, guitar * James Galley – drums, percussion ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Strange Brotherhood
''Strange Brotherhood'' was released in 1998 and is the seventh studio album by British rock band, New Model Army and the first on their own independent label, Attack Attack Records. The album was produced by Simon Dawson except for the tracks "Whites of Their Eyes" and "Queen of My Heart" which were produced by Mike Gregovich. The album featured the guest guitarist, Dave Blomberg, and also an orchestral arrangement. This album is also notable in being the last studio album to feature long-serving New Model Army member Robert Heaton. Singles "Wonderful Way to Go" was released as a single in March 1998 with two separate releases as "Part One of Two" and "Part Two of Two" and "Queen of My Heart" and "Brother" were released as a double A-side in May 1998. Versions The album was originally released as a 12-track CD in May 1998 along with a limited edition digipak two CD version including sticker and lyric booklet. The bonus CD containing "See You in Hell", "Sunset", and live ve ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beverly Ross
Beverly Ross (September 5, 1934 – January 15, 2022) was an American songwriter and musician who co-wrote several successful pop songs in the 1950s and 1960s, including "Dim, Dim The Lights", "Lollipop" (which she also recorded as one half of Ronald & Ruby), "The Girl of My Best Friend", " Remember Then", and " Judy's Turn to Cry". Biography Early life Ross was born on September 5, 1934 in Brooklyn, New York, to Aron Ross, a cobbler, and Rachel (née Frank). She and her older sister, Phyllis, were raised in the Bronx, until the family moved to Lakewood, New Jersey, where they became chicken farmers. While at school here, she learned the piano and began writing poetry and song lyrics.Biography by Bruce Eder at Allmusic.com Retrieved 24 July 2013 While she was still at hig ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Friendly Fire (Sean Lennon Album)
''Friendly Fire'' is the second studio album by Sean Lennon, released on 2 October 2006 by Capitol Records in the US, and Parlophone in the UK. It reached #152 on the US ''Billboard'' 200 chart and #5 in the Top Heatseekers chart. It stayed on the French album chart for 43 weeks and was certified silver. Background The inspiration behind most of the songs on ''Friendly Fire'' was Lennon's tumultuous relationship with actress Bijou Phillips.''San Francisco Gate'' article:Pop Quiz: Sean Lennon" According to Lennon, Phillips cheated on him with his childhood best friend, Max LeRoy; LeRoy died shortly afterwards in a motorcycle accident, before he and Lennon were able to resolve their differences. Track listing All songs written by Sean Lennon, except where noted. #"Dead Meat" - 3:37 #"Wait for Me" - 2:39 #"Parachute" - 3:19 #"Friendly Fire" - 5:03 #"Spectacle" (Lennon, Jordan Galland) - 5:24 #"Tomorrow" - 2:03 #"On Again Off Again" - 3:18 #"Headlights" - 3:16 #"Would I Be the One ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Driver 67
"Car 67" is a novelty song by 'Driver 67' released in November 1978. It was in the UK Singles Chart for twelve weeks, reaching a high of No. 7 in February 1979. The song is a ballad revolving around a cab driver who had split up with his girlfriend the previous day and how he is refusing to make a particular pick-up at 83 Royal Gardens (the passenger, unbeknownst to the controller, is the woman in question). The song is arranged as the taxi driver singing the lyrics, interspersed with the voice of the taxi controller; the latter of whom has a distinctive West Midlands accent. Background and release Paul Phillips and his brother-in-law Pete Zorn formed the group Tax Loss in 1976. The band signed with Logo Records in 1978 and whilst negotiating a deal for an album, Phillips wrote "Car 67". At the time, Phillips was a taxi driver, which he has described himself as being "so bad as a cabbie, I never earned enough to pay the rent on the radio". He wrote the song within minutes and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Headlights (Robin Schulz Song)
"Headlights" is a song by German DJ and record producer Robin Schulz. It features the vocals from American singer and songwriter Ilsey. The song was released in Germany as a digital download on 3 April 2015 as the lead single from his second studio album ''Sugar'' (2015). The song has peaked at number 6 on the German Singles Chart. The song was written by Robin Schulz, Ilsey Juber, John Ryan, Andreas Schuller, Eric Frederic, Tom Peyton and Joe London. The original demo version included a sample of an acoustic guitar taken from a sample library, which was replayed for the official release by Mark Summers at Scorccio Sample Replays. Music video A music video to accompany the release of "Headlights" was first released onto YouTube on 3 April 2015 at a total length of three minutes and forty-nine seconds. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Headlamp (outdoor)
A headlamp or headlight (known as a head torch in the UK) is a light source affixed to the head for outdoor activities at night or in dark conditions such as caving, orienteering, hiking, skiing, backpacking, camping, mountaineering or mountain biking. Headlamps may also be used in adventure races. Headlamps are often used by workers in underground mining, search and rescue, surgeons, and by other workers who need hands-free lighting. Description Headlamps are usually powered by three or four AA or AAA batteries. Systems with heavy batteries (4xAA or more) are usually designed so that the light emitter is positioned near the front of the head, with the battery compartment at the rear of the head. The headlamp is strapped to the head or helmet with an elasticized strap. It is sometimes possible to completely disconnect a headlamp's battery pack, for storage on a belt or in a pocket. Lighter headlamp systems are strapped to the user's head by a single band; heavier ones utiliz ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Headlights (Montgomery Gentry Song)
A headlamp is a lamp attached to the front of a vehicle to illuminate the road ahead. Headlamps are also often called headlights, but in the most precise usage, ''headlamp'' is the term for the device itself and ''headlight'' is the term for the beam of light produced and distributed by the device. Headlamp performance has steadily improved throughout the automobile age, spurred by the great disparity between daytime and nighttime traffic fatalities: the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that nearly half of all traffic-related fatalities occur in the dark, despite only 25% of traffic travelling during darkness. Other vehicles, such as trains and aircraft, are required to have headlamps. Bicycle headlamps are often used on bicycles, and are required in some jurisdictions. They can be powered by a battery or a small generator like a bottle or hub dynamo. History of automotive headlamps Origins The first horseless carriages used carriage lamp ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Headlights (Eminem Song)
"Headlights" is a song by American rapper Eminem, featuring American singer Nate Ruess of the band Fun. It was written by Eminem, Emile Haynie, Jeff Bhasker, Luis Riesto, and Ruess, while being produced by the former three. In the song, Eminem apologizes to his mother, Debbie Mathers, for criticizing her in his earlier songs and for showing scorn and resentment towards her in the past. It was released on February 5, 2014, as the album's fifth and the final single. It peaked at number 45 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Background and composition Eminem had a difficult relationship with his mother since childhood. In his music, Eminem dissed her on various songs, including his breakthrough hit, "My Name Is", "Role Model", " Kill You", "My Mom", " Without Me", "Marshall Mathers", "Criminal", and most notably "Cleanin' Out My Closet." "Headlights" is an apology to his mother for the years of insults and "his plea for a united (or at least less dysfunctional) family." The title "H ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
