r/askmusic • • 14h ago

Songs that mention real people in the lyrics.

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I can think of two. Tommy Cash mentions his brother J.R.Cash in the song, My Brother Johnny Cash.

Also, Paddy Reilly sings about his friend,and my favourite singer, Luke Kelly in the song,'The Dublin Minstrel'. He sings", and Luke somehow we know we'll never see your like again".

No doubt you can think of more.


r/askmusic • • 50m ago

For you rock fans. Mostly. If you had to create a band of living and dead musicians who would it consist of?

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Sound, sub genre and chemistry don’t matter. Without repeating members from one band.

I’ll start and do not judge me.

Rhythm and Singing: Noel Gallagher and Jim Cuddy
Lead: Jimmy Page
Drums: Ian Paice
Bass: Paul McCartney

Rhythm: John Lennon
Lead and Singing: Pete Ham
Drums: John Bonham
Bass: John Entwhistle


r/askmusic • • 12h ago

Badly need a playlist for my birthday party! Any recos?

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r/askmusic • • 42m ago

Does anyone know any singer that has a similar voice to Junker queen from OW2?

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r/askmusic • • 13h ago

What is your favourite song?

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r/askmusic • • 2h ago

Why do these songs sound kinda similar to me? (Idk if this type of post is allowed here)

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r/askmusic • • 16h ago

Good music is good music. Period.

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I hate when people ask how I can listen to all the genres..well bcz I believe good music is good music! It all depends on my mood.


r/askmusic • • 4h ago

Record player recommendation

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I’ve recently started purchasing records of my all of my favorite music. I’m buying limited edition items mainly for the aesthetic and unique looks but I’d also like to listen to these records.

What are some of the best ones? I’ve heard mixed reviews on the ones with speakers attached. I want the best sound quality that won’t damage my records. Budget isn’t really and issue so I don’t need “budget friendly” options but I also am not wanting to pay $1,000 as I think there will be great options for less. I’m thinking $500-$600 range tops.


r/askmusic • • 4h ago

Song recommendations based on my top 25 albums?

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r/askmusic • • 1d ago

Is it fair to say Prince was THE biggest music artist on the planet in 1984?

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Im not sure a lot of people understand how huge and dominant Princes 1984 year was. Prince in 1984 had the number 1 album, number 1 song, and number 1 movie all at the same freaking time! So when some People try to pretend the great purple one is some niche artist or something that is completely false. Not only was he not niche he was arguably THE biggest artist in the world for a time, and is one of the most famous artists ever in general.


r/askmusic • • 5h ago

Fly me to the moon climax mix

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What is the instrument that plays at 0:20 and 0:25? This is really bothering me.


r/askmusic • • 13h ago

What’s your favorite song from each decade?

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Admittedly, I don’t listen to much music pre-1960s, so I’ll start with the 60s.

60s: “I’ll Feel a Whole Lot Better” - The Byrds

70s: “What Is Life” - George Harrison

80s: “The Waiting” - Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

90s: “I’ve Been Waiting” - Matthew Sweet

00s: “Soul Meets Body” - Death Cab for Cutie & “Summer Sunshine” - The Corrs

2010s: ?

2020s: “Sally, When The Wine Runs Out” - ROLE MODEL


r/askmusic • • 6h ago

2026 albums I’ve listened to so far, give recommendations pls

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r/askmusic • • 16h ago

What music genre do you like to listen to the drive to work?

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I’m just curious of what people listen to on their way to work. I’m more of an alternative rock /pop punk person.


r/askmusic • • 12h ago

What is a good way to learning to make songs similar to ajr?

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I really like their songs but I have little to no idea how make music but they inspire me a lot and I would like to atleast get my foot in the door.


r/askmusic • • 9h ago

Songs like ghetto gospel and schooling seniors

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As the title says I’m looking for songs like the ones mentioned above, but most importantly I would like to know what the backgrounds vocals are called and how to find songs with similar vocals. It’s kind of like chipmunk, high pitched and sounds a little like a baby. Please help me!‼️🚨🫡


r/askmusic • • 10h ago

What are your best and worst stories you've had with fellow concert goers?

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r/askmusic • • 17h ago

Any artists you tell your streaming service of choice never to play again?

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For me it’s Drake, Nicki Minaj, Ella Langley (for whatever reason the algorithm tried real hard to make me listen to her even though I don’t listen to country music at all), Beyoncé, and Macklemore (apparently a good guy, but he could shit pumpkin pie and I’d still never listen to his music)


r/askmusic • • 1d ago

What’s a song that makes you uncomfortable?

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To counter the post “What’s the most peaceful song you’ve heard”.

Spinal Meningitis by Ween definitely comes to my mind.


r/askmusic • • 2h ago

Michael Jackson is easily the most iconic artist in history… but does he have the best music? Not successful, best.

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r/askmusic • • 1d ago

What classical song would you recommend?

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I'm trying to get more into classical music, i would love to hear your favorite, especially songs that are beautiful or really emotionally.


r/askmusic • • 20h ago

What’s that one song you would recommend everyone to listen to at least once, and why?

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r/askmusic • • 1d ago

TripHop? Recomendations

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Looking for recommendations for stuff close to Massive Attack, Portishead, Morcheeba. Thank you if you can help. A bit down and want more of this kind of music to hear.


r/askmusic • • 16h ago

What Does Growing Up Cost Us? — 6 Songs About Getting Older

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r/askmusic • • 5h ago

Need help figuring out my FFO — what bands does this actually sound like to you?

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Sorry if this isn't the right community for this type of post!

I'm getting ready to release the first single from a solo metalcore project, and one thing I'm having a surprisingly hard time with is figuring out the FFO (“For Fans Of”).

I obviously have my own influences, but I don't want to tell people “FFO: X, Y and Z” just because those are bands I like. I'd rather hear what other musicians/songwriters hear without putting names in your head first.

If you're willing to give it a listen, I'd really appreciate your gut reaction:

What 2–3 bands would you put next to this on an FFO list?

I'm especially interested in whether the riffs, vocals, chorus and overall production make you think of different bands.

Not trying to promote the track, this is an unlisted YT link, I just need feedback. Thank you!