Is It True That Creative People Are More Prone To Drugs
The 405 Music and Culture Magazine
by The 405
4y ago
It’s no secret that high-profile celebrities are prone to drug abuse and addiction than ordinary people. This can be attributed to the fact that their financial means afford them costly habits of using drugs like heroin and cocaine. Some celebrities in the entertainment industry, such as lead singers in rock bands, take drugs as a way of defining their behaviors. That’s because taking drugs is a stereotype associated with the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle. Thus, it is almost expected that such celebrities will take drugs. But, there is another way to perceive celebrities and their drug-taking habit ..read more
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Game of Tones: The Low-down on Popular Casino Music
The 405 Music and Culture Magazine
by The 405
4y ago
So, is casino music an element of entertainment and scenery, or is there really more to it? Music is undeniably an important psychological means in all casinos. It creates a particular atmosphere, a certain vibe for the clientele. The music played in casinos can either soothe guests and ease a feeling of relaxation that will make them lose track of time or amplify their betting behavior into a frenzy... more importantly, music enhances the casino experience altogether. With obvious musical evolution over decades, casinos of today still play genres that were popular in Vegas heydays. Land-based ..read more
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Danny Toeman depicts modern swipe culture in 'She's Got Something About Her’
The 405 Music and Culture Magazine
by The 405
4y ago
North London soul sensation Danny Toeman releases the new visuals for his track 'She's Got Something About Her’. Exuding graceful guitar flares and bountiful brass, the bold track is another classic Toeman release. His powerful vocals completely command the track, displaying his extraordinary vocal abilities, like a peacock boasting his colourful feathers. In return listeners gawk, mesmerised and wanting more. In other words, 'She's Got Something About Her’ is the ultimate get up and dance track and will brighten up anyone's day. The comical music video shows Toeman’s journey to find his true ..read more
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Icon the Great are 'Back For More' in debut single
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by The 405
4y ago
Duo Icon the Great drop their debut single 'Back For More'. The explosive new track was conceived when Big Wave got together with Tripper with the intention to produce something unlike any other. Combining 90s rock with underground hip hop, the single bursts with vibrancy, dissolving barriers and melding two worlds together to create an entirely new universe. “This shit is the two of us and that’s it.” says Big Wave. “We write it, produce it, make the artwork, get our friends to help with videos and pictures, and if you want to come along for the ride then be our guests.” 'Back For More' na ..read more
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The 405 Exchange: Kate Nash on why you should never Underestimate The Girl
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by The 405
4y ago
There are many ways you can describe today’s guest. Kate Nash is known as a musician, writer and actress from Harrow, London. She’s an accomplished creative yet her biggest achievement is being herself in any situation that presents itself. That’s at the crux of the magnificent documentary about her career, Kate Nash: Underestimate The Girl (directed by Amy Goldstein). Over the course of the doc, you get to know Kate, her band, her family and above all else, her never-ending desire to create art. The conflict that’s presented in the doc is how that desire is at times challenged by the outs ..read more
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Review: Helsinki duo Lake Jons' triumphant sophomore album The Coast veers from hazy psych-pop to eloquent introspection
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by The 405
4y ago
The second album from Lake Jons, The Coast, has warmth running through its core; a luminescent and radiating glow that somehow manages to feel both fresh and nostalgic. Like a dusky Nordic landscape, the coldness of the exterior hides a welcoming and nurturing element. Lake Jons write straight up pop songs – uncomplicated, unfussy and undeniably catchy. It is in the production of these tracks that they develop a sense of identity that stands them apart from much of the indie fodder that they will likely be lumped in with. They sound like Bon Iver would if he actually hadn’t believed his own h ..read more
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Google Stadia Launched: Here’s Everything You Need to Know
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by The 405
4y ago
On November 19, Google launched its gaming subscription service, Google Stadia in a rather hush-hush event. In a blog post, Stadia’s Vice President and GM, Phil Harrison wrote, "Starting today, playing games on your TV in 4K without a console, streaming games to a Chrome browser on a simple laptop, or enjoying the biggest games ever made on your phone is a reality." Whether that’s true or not, here’s everything you need to know about Google Stadia. What is Google Stadia? Stadia is a cloud gaming service operated by Google. It removes the need to high-performance gaming systems to be able to ..read more
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The 405 Exchange: Overcoats on the freedom of being unapologetic
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by The 405
4y ago
The hashtag #thefutureisfemale is prominent within the public consciousness, but what exactly does that entail? There’s a variety of answers that encompass a wide spectrum of experiences but what we can all agree on is the importance of women having a space where they can be unapologetic in all facets of life. This is exactly the feeling that’s felt when you hear Overcoats' comeback single, 'The Fool'. Throughout the track, you’re presented with this attitude of not giving a fuck and embracing that feeling wholly. This is also expanded within the music video where both Hana and JJ of Overcoats ..read more
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Penny Betts give us 14 minutes of pure hypnosis in new EP
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by The 405
4y ago
60s indie-pop has never sounded so good with Penny Betts' debut EP. Combining the best of infectious indie-pop melodies, with 60s soaked soundscapes and raucous guitars, the four-piece band deliver a hypnotic release, reminiscent of Tame Impala meets Pink Floyd. The four-track self-titled EP delves into a rich spell-binding world of clashing instrumentation and psychedelic melodies. ‘Electric Ballroom Dress’ brings the EP off to a definite start, showcasing celestial melodies, the colourful track emits a vibrant atmosphere, enticing the listener in and making them stay for more. Then there i ..read more
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Gorran calls for change in new single ‘Roses’
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by The 405
4y ago
London artist Gorran delivers the commanding new single ‘Roses’. Showcasing oscillating synths, energetic beats and strong, dominating vocals, the influential track is compelling both sonically and thematically. The track builds from ethereal to anthemic within the space of a few seconds, creating a thrilling and vivid release that we just can’t get enough of. The young songwriter felt obliged to write about the suppression of dreams and aspirations after witnessing the efforts from the sensational Greta Thunberg and seeing his little sister growing up in this era. Gorran asserts: “Young wom ..read more
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