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"Iconic Music Acts Inducted into National Recording Registry"

ABBA's "Arrival," The Notorious B.I.G.'s "Ready to Die," Blondie's "Parallel Lines," and Gene Autry's "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" are among the 25 new inductees into the National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress for 2024, recognized for their cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance. Other additions include works by Héctor Lavoe, Juan Gabriel, Jefferson Airplane, Green Day, The Chicks, and Lily Tomlin, with the registry now totaling 650 titles.

via The Associated Press|

#abba #blondie #entertainment

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"2024 National Recording Registry Inducts ABBA, Blondie, The Notorious B.I.G., and Latin Legends"

ABBA's "Arrival," Blondie's "Parallel Lines," The Notorious B.I.G.'s "Ready to Die," and other iconic recordings have been added to the National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress for their cultural and historical significance. The 2024 additions also include works by Gene Autry, Jefferson Airplane, Green Day, and the Chicks, as well as singles from Johnny Mathis, Bobby McFerrin, Patti Page, and Bill Withers. This year's list now totals 650 titles, showcasing the diverse and influential sounds of the nation's history and culture.

via CBS News|

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entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

"Notorious B.I.G., ABBA, and More Join National Recording Registry"

The Library of Congress has added 25 new recordings to its National Recording Registry, including works by ABBA, The Notorious BIG, Blondie, and others, based on their cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance. These additions, which must be at least a decade old, aim to preserve the diverse sounds of American history and culture, with selections ranging from the 1919 "Clarinet Marmalade" to The Chicks' "Wide Open Spaces" from 1998.

via Newser|

#cultural-preservation #entertainment #historical-importance

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"National Recording Registry Welcomes Notorious B.I.G., ABBA, and Green Day"

The National Recording Registry of The Library of Congress has added 25 new inductees, including iconic albums such as ABBA's "Arrival," Green Day's "Dookie," and The Notorious B.I.G.'s "Ready to Die." The selections, chosen for their cultural, historical, or aesthetic importance, also include works from various genres and eras, such as Gene Autry's "Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer" and Blondie's "Parallel Lines." The public can submit nominations for future inductees, and this year's selections bring the total number of titles on the registry to 650.

via USA TODAY|

#cultural-preservation #entertainment #iconic-albums

music1 year ago•3 min saved

"Notorious B.I.G., Green Day, and ABBA Inducted into National Recording Registry"

The Library of Congress has announced its 2024 selections for the National Recording Registry, honoring 25 recordings that represent a diverse range of musical genres and cultural significance. The list includes iconic artists such as ABBA, The Notorious B.I.G., and Green Day, as well as historic recordings like a 1919 jazz piece and a 1928 "ethnic music" recording. The selections span from folk and jazz to hip-hop and punk, showcasing the rich tapestry of American music history.

via NPR|

#abba #green-day #library-of-congress

music2 years ago•1 min saved

The Success Story of 'Super Mario Bros.' Music.

The Library of Congress recently added a new collection of hit songs to the National Recording Registry, including "All I Want For Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey. One of the most recognizable tunes on the list was written by a relatively unknown songwriter whose work is familiar to billions of people. The article explores the mind behind the music that gets stuck in our heads and the impact of hit songs on pop culture.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#hit-songs #music #music-industry

music2 years ago•1 min saved

Library of Congress Inducts Super Mario Bros. Theme as First Video Game Music in National Recording Registry

The National Recording Registry, part of the Library of Congress, has selected Koji Kondo’s The Super Mario Bros. Theme, also known as Ground Theme, for preservation alongside other culturally significant music such as Madonna’s Like a Virgin and Led Zeppelin’s Stairway to Heaven. The selection recognizes the technical and artistic achievements of the iconic video game music, which helped establish the legendary status of the 1985 Nintendo classic and laid the groundwork for an entire generation of chiptune musicians.

via Kotaku|

#koji-kondo #music #national-recording-registry

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Groundbreaking Musicians Inducted into National Recording Registry.

Queen Latifah has become the first female rapper to have her work included in the National Recording Registry, with her debut album "All Hail the Queen" being recognized for its ability to cross genres and open opportunities for other female rappers. The registry aims to preserve music that reflects the nation's diverse culture. Latifah has recently received praise for her music legacy, including a bouquet of red roses from Usher during one of his Las Vegas residency shows.

via HuffPost|

#all-hail-the-queen #hip-hop #music

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Super Mario Bros. Theme Makes History in National Recording Registry

The Super Mario Bros. theme has become the first video game music to be enshrined in the National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress. The registry selects a small collection of audio every year to showcase and preserve within its National Recording Registry. The iconic Nintendo tune joins a wide range of other historical musical picks, ranging from Mariah Carey's perpetual Christmas hit to Puerto Rican rapper Daddy Yankee's chart-topping Gasolina.

via IGN|

#entertainment #koji-kondo #library-of-congress

music2 years ago•3 min saved

National Recording Registry Adds Iconic Songs and Video Game Theme to Collection.

The National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress has added 25 recordings to its esteemed list, including iconic songs like Madonna's "Like a Virgin," Led Zeppelin's "Stairway to Heaven," and Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You." The list covers a range of genres and time periods, reflecting the nation's diverse culture. The "Super Mario Bros." theme is among the list, which may reflect the recent movie adaptation's success. The National Registry preserves the nation's history through recorded sound and welcomes public input on future additions.

via Variety|

#diverse-culture #iconic-songs #library-of-congress

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National Recording Registry Inducts Madonna, John Lennon, Mariah Carey, and Super Mario Bros.

The Library of Congress has added 25 new recordings to the National Recording Registry, including classics by John Lennon, Madonna, and Mariah Carey, as well as the Super Mario Bros. theme. The registry preserves audio treasures based on their cultural, historical, or aesthetic importance. With the new additions, there are now 625 songs selected for the National Recording Registry.

via CNN|

#entertainment #john-lennon #madonna

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National Recording Registry Inducts Iconic Musicians and Video Game Character.

The Library of Congress has included the music of a female rapper and the soundtrack of a video game in its National Recording Registry for the first time. Queen Latifah's 1989 album "All Hail The Queen" and the original 1986 theme for the game Super Mario Bros. have been selected. The annual list usually includes a mix of popular songs, radio broadcasts, significant speeches and more, all intended to define the sound of the country's history and culture.

via NPR|

#koji-kondo #library-of-congress #music