Jay-Z is undeniably one of the most important artists of our generation. His career has flourished with hit after hit. Need proof? Here’s an annotated overview of Jay-Z’s discography. Jay-Z is undeniably one of the most important artists of our generation. His career has flourished with hit after hit. Need proof? Here’s an annotated overview of Jay-Z’s discography. ‘Reasonable Doubt’ (1996) By all creative standards, Jay-Z’s first album was his best....
The ’80s witnessed a number of tragic deaths involving both contemporary artists and musicians who had become legendary during previous decades. Though it’s impossible to do justice to the many left off this list, here’s a sampling of some of the decade’s most heartrending premature deaths of pop music artists. In many cases, these demises not only cut short prodigious talents but larger than life figures who contributed far more than music to the world that still mourns them today....
Roald Dahl’s numerous chapter books for children have inspired kids for years, and they have also inspired a ton of movies. The most famous of Dahl’s books is probably Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, although many of his books have become best sellers. A movie party is a great motivator to get reluctant readers to dive into a book, so it’s great when there are good movies based on books. Also, comparing and contrasting the book and movie helps kids develop important critical thinking, literary, and communication skills....
These are the most brutal bashers, the most subtle snare masters, the high priests of the hi-hat. Here are 10 drummers from the ’90s that you need to know about. Dave Grohl Redferns / Getty Images He might not have been the first drummer for Nirvana, but he was the skins man who ushered in their world domination. Like Animal from the Muppets, this gifted young lad could lead off a four-count like no other....
To make a fair evaluation of e-commerce, we cannot stop at discussing the advantages of e-commerce. Let us also look at the other side of the coin too. E-commerce Lacks Personal Touch Not that all physical retailershave a personal approach, but many do. As a result, shopping at those retail outlets is reassuring and refreshing. Clicking on “Buy Now,” and piling up products in virtual shopping carts, is just not the same....
Carole King has helped to create some of the most recognizable and memorable songs in the American music library. A singer-songwriter, King has written hits for other artists as well as for herself. Carole King has helped to create some of the most recognizable and memorable songs in the American music library. A singer-songwriter, King has written hits for other artists as well as for herself. 01 of 10 It’s Too Late (1971) Carole King’s second solo album “Tapestry” is a landmark singer-songwriter album....
Every month, a tenant makes a rent payment to their landlord. While the general consensus is that the landlord pockets the money each month, a landlord has many more expenses than most people realize. There are general things that most landlords pay for like property maintenance, repairs and taxes and there are other items that may be more specific to a certain landlord, such as a property management fees or security costs....
The Yiddish name for grandmother is bubbe. Since Hebrew uses a different alphabet from English, making transliteration necessary, words often exist in several different spellings. Variations of bubbe include bube, bubbie, bubbeh, bobbe, bobeh and bubby. Some add a -shi to the end to show affection, resulting in a name that is usually spelled bobeshi. Some Jewish families prefer the Hebrew savta, but bubbe is the more traditional choice and is chosen by some non-Jews for its warm connotations....
Command and Control Battle Management Operations specialist manages and operates Command and Control (C2) Battle Management Systems. Performs surveillance, combat identification, weapons control, tactical data link management, communications and computer system management. Counters electronic attack (EA) with electronic protection (EP) actions. Provides radar control and monitoring of air weapons during offensive and defensive air operations. Makes decisions in the conduct of battle management air operations and in system equipment management at the Tactical and Operational level of war....
The cha-cha is a popular, social Latin dance. Lively and flirtatious, the cha-cha is full of passion and energy. Cha-Cha Characteristics The cha-cha is a vibrant, flamboyant and playful dance. The light and bubbly feel of the cha-cha gives it a unique sense of fun. The cha-cha requires small steps and lots of hip motion (Cuban motion), as it is danced in 4/4 time. The fourth beat is split into two, giving it the characteristic rhythm of 2, 3, 4 and 1....
Welcoming a new tenant into your property can be a hectic experience, but preparing a checklist of issues that you must see to before your tenant can move in can make the experience less stressful. Every landlord has different needs and different rules for her rental properties, and landlords must often meet different requirements under their respective state’s landlord/tenant laws. Customizing your list to your state can be helpful, but do your homework first so you’re sure you understand your state’s laws....
Historiographers define the Romantic period to be between 1800 to 1900. It is characterized by using music to tell a story or express an idea, the use of various instruments including wind instruments and melodies are fuller and more dramatic. Here is a timeline of music-related events from 1821 to 1900 to give you an idea of the major music events that occurred during the Romantic Period. 1821 - The harmonica was invented by Friedrich Buschmann....
Watch Now: On Fleek: Eyeliner Gel There’s no better natural remedy for removing product build-up on hair and the scalp than apple cider vinegar. This apple cider vinegar hair rinse recipe not only cleanses the scalp, but it helps with dandruff problems, as well. I’ve become a natural beauty product junkie when it comes to my skin and my hair. I just don’t feel comfortable putting anything with bad chemicals on my face and scalp....
The primary duty of a dairy farmer is to manage dairy cows so that they produce maximum quantities of milk. Most farms have a staff to be supervised ranging from a few employees to several dozens, so personnel management skills are also beneficial to a dairy farm manager. Dairy Farmer Duties & Responsibilities The job generally requires the ability to do the following tasks: Feed cows, administer medication, and clean waste Operate milking equipment to milk cows Ensure that all farming and milking equipment is properly maintained Work in conjunction with large animal vets to provide herd health management, veterinary treatments, and routine vaccinations Consult with animal nutritionists and livestock feed sales representatives to create feeding plans that yield maximum milk production levels...
Whether for riches or fame, plenty of people to claim to be the love-child or to have had the love-child of a celebrity. Elvis Presley is no exception. A number of individuals over the years have claimed to be the King’s son or daughter as the result of a clandestine affair. Some of these individuals seem sincere in their beliefs, while others appear to simply be seeking fortune and fame. Below is a list of people who have asserted that they are Presleys by blood, if not by name....
While recreation coordinators can be found in all levels of government, they often work within city parks and recreation departments. They work directly with citizens, delivering city services. They often work with youth and senior adults as these groups are the most common consumers of recreation services. While government organizations use the terms coordinator and manager differently, for the purposes of this and related articles a recreation manager supervises several recreation coordinators....
For beginning sports gamblers, moneylines (sometimes called money lines or American odds) can be confusing. Unlike point spreads, which are concerned with who wins and by how much, a moneyline is solely dependent upon who wins. Moneylines are used most commonly in low-scoring games like baseball or hockey, but they may also be used in boxing and other sports. How to Read a Moneyline Simply put, a moneyline tells you how much you have to wager in order to make a profit of $100....
You’re about to leave a job you don’t really like, and you’re getting ready to interview for a job at a company you think is head and shoulders above your current company. It’s fine to be excited about the new opportunity, but it’s crucial to tread carefully when the interviewer asks questions that require you to compare your current job to the job you’re hoping to get. Take a moment to think before you answer questions such as, “How is our company better than your present employer?...
Buzzwords have a tendency to come and go, but the concept of marketing to hyperlocal areas has been around since recorded history and is certainly here to stay. The only real change history has shown is in how we deliver our hyper-marketed messages to others. The Oldest Form Of Marketing Hyperlocal marketing may be a new buzzword, but it is probably one of the oldest methods of marketing in existence. In the days before the Internet, television, radio, and even print, merchants had no choice but to rely on hyperlocal markets to survive....
The birth chart is made up of three things – planets, the signs of the Zodiac and the twelve Houses. Take a moment to find these on the wheel. For signs and planets, use the gallery of symbols for reference. And note that like in most charts, the twelve segments or Houses have corresponding numbers in the middle of the circle. Each planet-sign-house combo, such as Sun in Taurus in the 5th House, has a unique expression....
