The Buggles Essays

  • MTV

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    received today. A new network station called MTV, arrived on air for the first time. The production opened with a relatively old song called, “Video Killed the Radio Star,” by the Buggles. The industry for music on television introduced new bands and artists, and revived the fame of veteran musicians such as the Buggles, after their appearance. The fad brought a surplus of money to MTV and gave a voice to the young controversial generation of the 80s. MTV: Music Television was an idea formed by various

  • Unveiling Hans Zimmer: The Unsung Composer

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    After just reading the title,You probably have never heard the name Hans Zimmer until just now(Don’t worry no one has). Hans Florian Zimmer is a German film score composer and record producer. Since the 80s, he has composed music for more than 150 films. He is famous for his works in movies like “The Lion King,” the “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “The Dark Knight Trilogy,” “Inception,” and “Interstellar.” Hans may not be as famous as John Williams but I feel he needs some recognition. Hans Zimmer was

  • How Did Music Influence Music During The 1980s

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    the 1980s was the creation of the cable network MTV (Music Television). MTV was the first network to exclusively showcase music videos, making its debut on August 1st, 1981. The first music video to be played on the channel was, appropriately, the Buggles' "Video Killed the Radio Star," as music would forever change and the focus would shift from music and lyrics to fashion and theatrics,

  • Music Composers: Hans Zimmer

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    composer. Hans Zimmer’s love of music stems from his childhood when he learned how to play various instruments. Before Zimmer began composing music for films he was in a well-known band. The band was called The Buggles whom were famous for their song Video Killed the Radio Star. After the Buggles Zimmer played in other bands but never had another hit. As Zimmer has progressed as a film composer so has his list of nominations and awards. Zimmer has won 4 Grammy Awards and 2 Golden Globes and many more

  • Analysis Of Inception By Hans Zimmer

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    and sampling; he has made a career and characterized his career (Zimmer, Hans Floria). Zimmer spent the earlier part of his career in the United Kingdom, and wrote jingles for commercials. Zimmer also enjoyed some fame while playing in the band The Buggles, which had a video on MTV called “ Video Killed the Radio Star” (Zimmer, Hans Floria). His first work on film music in London was during a long collaboration with famed composer Stanley Myers‚ which

  • Dystopia: Science Fiction, Exaggeration, or Imminent Reality?

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    a widely-used medium for the portrayal of dystopian concepts. 2112 by Rush is about a man living in a dystopian society, while In the Year 2525 by Zager and Evans contains predictions of many different years to come. Bands like Pink Floyd and The Buggles have also been known for their dystopia-inclined lyrics. Many video games also provide examples of dystopian worlds. These media has left the concept of dystopia recognized by most, for them to contemplate on.

  • How Did MTV Influence Music During The 1980s

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    On August 1, 1981, Music Television (MTV), a new twenty-four-hour music video channel, launched with the famous words: “Ladies and gentlemen, rock and roll” (Youtube). The launch is remembered in history as the most important event to influence music during the 1980s. MTV’s excelling popularity following its debut initiated a musical and cultural evolution. The Golden Age of MTV from 1981 to 1992 was branded by the MTV effect, which affected the industry and defined the music of the 1980s (Beer)

  • Substance Abuse Social Problem Essay

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    Substance Abuse a Social Problem Substance abuse is an issue that plays a major social problem in society, the effect of drugs on families and communities is destructive. This paper will discuss evidence showing how substance abuse is a specific social problem that is widespread, and is affecting every level of our judicial system. Many people turn to drugs for many different reasons, they will try just about anything to relieve the pain. In our society today many people go through devastating experiences

  • 1980's MTV Pop

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    and Aerosmith. With the fashion, talent, and personalities I understand why eighties music became so popular. It all began on August 1st, 1981, when MTV, which stands for music television, made its debut. “Video Killed The Radio Star” by the Buggles was the first music video to ever play. MTV became very popular because the channel played music videos 24/7. “Now watched by more than 340 million viewers in 139 countries, MTV has been credited with creating icons, influencing fashion, spawning

  • The Evolution of Rock and Roll Music

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    Rock and Roll has the most incredible history. Before there was rock and roll, there was blues. Most people think rock music started with Elvis Presley, but he didn’t record his first single until 1953. The first recorded song described as “Genuine Rock-and-Roll” was “Rocket ’88” by pianist Ike Turner and singer Jackie Brenston in 1951. Rock-and-Roll music in the 1950’s was described as a mixture of jazz, blues, country, and has a stronger guitar, bass, and drums. (A&E Biography Channel UK “SAM PHILLIPS

  • Nudity and the 21st Sextury

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    normal at the time was staying up late to view the “Midnight Special” hosted by “The Wolf Man” which were mainly live performances by bands at the time. It wasn’t until 1981 that the first music video was rolled out in America. The clip was of the Buggles “Video Killed the Radio Star” and with the debut of the video also came the beginning of the media madness involved with music television. It didn’t take long for... ... middle of paper ... ..., she would rely on videos themselves for her promotion

  • Montage in Films and Music Videos

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    Camera(1929) by Vertov.Montages are widely used in many other TV production areas like Advertisement, Dramas, News Programs and Music Videos. The Music Videos make excessive use of montages for the imagery in theirsongs; one of the examples is The Buggles- Video Killed the Radio Star (1971) which was the first music video to be shown on television at launch of MTV in 1981. Both Films and Music Videos use different approach towards editing of their shots, which plays a major role in maintaining balance

  • MTV and its Effect on American History

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    grown dull due to it's lack of style change from earlier music. Something new and modern was in need. August 1, 1981, was a day that would change the history of music forever. On this day, MTV first aired with its very first music video by The Buggles "Video killed the radio star". This video was also the millionth to air on Feb. 27, 2000, and third most aired in video history (Peter Gabriel's "Sledgehammer" being the first). This new way of presenting rock music, through a 24 hour cable music

  • The Effects of MTV on American Culture

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    by one of MTV’s creators, John Lack: “Ladies and gentlemen, rock and roll. Because the network initially began as a program in which video jockeys aired free music videos, the first ever video to be shown was “Video Killed the Radio Star” by The Buggles. A few years later on September 14, 1984, MTV hosted its first ever Video Music Awards. Today, this awards show dominates all top social media, and is one of the main reasons that the network currently exists. Cyndi Lauper and Madonna were the