Born Harry Lillis Crosby in Spokane, Washington to parents of Anglo-Irish heritage, Bing Crosby would become a pioneer of the entertainment industry in the early 20th century. The nickname Bing that he would carry with him throughout his life is attributable to two of his earliest passions while growing up in Washington State: a parody newspaper and drinking. The Bingville Bugle was a newspaper parody that he was fond of and would be the genesis of his Bing moniker early in life. His passion for drinking, sometimes to excess, temporarily replaced his Bing title with the more dubious "binge" in his late teenage years. — By Songfacts
Birdy is British singer-songwriter Jasmine Van den Bogaerde, who was 14 when she recorded this song. After she won the under-18s category of the UK talent contest UK Idol at the age of 12, Jasmine was quickly offered a publishing contract by Good Soldier Songs Ltd, run by Christian Tattersfield, chairman of Warner Bros. Music UK. This is her debut single, a cover version of a track first recorded by American folk band Bon Iver and included on their 2008 album For Emma, Forever Ago. — By Songfacts
Alternative Metal is a genre of heavy metal music that combines elements of traditional metal with other styles such as alternative rock, hardcore punk, and industrial music. It is characterized by its aggressive sound, distorted guitars, and often complex song structures. Alternative metal bands often incorporate elements of rap, funk, and electronica into their music. Popular bands in this genre include Korn, Deftones, System of a Down, and Slipknot.
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