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Old School
Old school, Old School, or Old Skool may refer to: Computers and gaming *Old school gaming or retrogaming, playing and collecting obsolete computer, video, and arcade games *Old School Renaissance, a trend in tabletop gaming *''Old School RuneScape'', a playable 2007 version of the MMORPG ''RuneScape'' *Oldskool, in demoscene, a production made before the mid-1990s Film and television * ''Old School'' (2003 film), an American comedy film * ''Old School'' (2002 film), a Nigerian comedy film * ''Old School'' (TV series), a 2014 Australian drama series * "Old School" (''Brooklyn Nine-Nine''), a 2013 television episode * "Old School" (''Runaways''), a 2018 television episode * "Old School" (''Yin Yang Yo!''), a 2006 television episode Literature * ''Old School'' (novel), a 2003 novel by Tobias Wolff *''Old School: Life in the Sane Lane'', a 2017 book by Bill O'Reilly and Bruce Feirstein *'' Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School'', a 2015 book by Jeff Kinney Music Genres *Old-school hip ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Old School Gaming
Retro gaming, also known as classic gaming and old school gaming, is the playing and collection of computer game, personal computers, video game console, consoles, and video games from earlier decades. Usually, retro gaming is based upon systems that are outmoded or discontinued, although ported retro gaming allows games to be played on modern hardware via Porting, ports, Video game console emulator, emulations or compilations. It is typically for nostalgia, preservation, or authenticity. A new game could be retro styled, such as an Role-playing video game, RPG with turn-based combat and pixel art in isometric video game graphics, isometric camera perspective, as well as chiptune, chip-tune styled video game music, music. Retro gaming has existed since the early years of the video game industry, and was popularized with the Internet and Video game console emulator, emulation technology. It is argued that the main reasons players are drawn to retro games are nostalgia for differ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Old School (quartet)
Old School is the barbershop quartet that won the International Quartet Championship for 2011 at the Barbershop Harmony Society's annual international convention, in Kansas City, Missouri. The quartet had earned silver medals the two years before, losing to Crossroads and Storm Front respectively, before winning gold medals in front of future champions Musical Island Boys, Masterpiece A masterpiece, , or ; ; ) is a creation that has been given much critical praise, especially one that is considered the greatest work of a person's career or a work of outstanding creativity, skill, profundity, or workmanship. Historically, ..., Main Street, Forefront, and After Hours. References External links Official website(archived) AIC entry Barbershop Harmony Society Barbershop quartets Professional a cappella groups {{Barbershop-quartet-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Mouse And The Mask
''The Mouse and the Mask'' (stylized as ''THE MOUSE & THE MASK'') is the only studio album by Danger Doom, a collaboration between the hip hop artists Danger Mouse and MF Doom. It was released in Europe on October 10, 2005, and on October 11, 2005 by the independent punk label Epitaph Records in the United States. It was also released by Lex Records in the UK on October 17, 2005, with different cover art. Concept and history The album is composed almost entirely of raps by MF Doom, performed over beats created by Danger Mouse sampling music from various television shows airing on Cartoon Network's programming block Adult Swim. The album was heavily promoted by the network prior to its release. "Sofa King" was released as a 12-inch single on November 4, 2005, and was followed by "Old School" on July 10, 2006. A video for "A.T.H.F." has also been made. Comedian Dave Chappelle created an iTunes Celebrity Playlist and selected the Danger Doom track "Mince Meat" for his B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Boss Hog
Boss Hog is an American punk blues band including the husband and wife duo of Jon Spencer (guitar) and Cristina Martinez (vocals) along with Jens Jurgensen (bass), Hollis Queens (drums) and Mickey Finn (keyboard). The band achieved some notoriety, not only due to their abrasive sound, but more to Martinez's confrontational use of nudity on the band's record sleeves. In their 27-year history, the band's releases have been relatively sporadic, but comprised four full-length albums, a mini-album, three EP's and several singles. Between 2008 and 2010, the band played live and toured Europe and the US. Boss Hog officially announced their return in May 2016 with details of US tour dates along with an EP, ''Brood Star'', released by In the Red Records in July 2016. A new song, "17", was released in January 2017 to herald the band's first full-length album in 17 years – ''Brood X'', released in March 2017. Jon Spencer's other bands include Pussy Galore, of which Martinez became ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Age Ain't Nothing But A Number
''Age Ain't Nothing but a Number'' is the debut studio album by American singer Aaliyah. It was released on May 24, 1994, by Blackground Records and Jive Records. After being signed by her uncle Barry Hankerson, Aaliyah was introduced to recording artist and producer R. Kelly. He became her mentor, as well as the lead songwriter and producer of the album. The duo recorded the album at the Chicago Recording Company in Chicago periodically from January 1993 until early 1994. ''Age Ain't Nothing but a Number'' received generally favorable reviews from critics. Many noted Aaliyah's vocal ability and praised the lyrical content. Aaliyah was credited for redefining R&B by blending her voice with Kelly's new jack swing. The album peaked at number 18 on the US ''Billboard'' 200 and has been certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).The album has sold over three million copies in the United States and six million copies worldwide. The albu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Old School (John Conlee Song)
"Old School" is a song written by Russell Smith and Don Schlitz, and recorded by American country music artist John Conlee. It was released in October 1985 as the first single from his ''Greatest Hits 2'' compilation album. The song reached #5 on the ''Billboard'' Hot Country Singles & Tracks Hot Country Songs is a chart published weekly by ''Billboard'' magazine in the United States. This 50-position chart lists the most popular country music songs, calculated weekly by collecting airplay data along with digital sales and streaming. ... chart. Content The song is a middle-aged man's reflection of his high school sweetheart, whom he meets up with during a high school reunion. The reunion brings back memories of their days at the "old school" – high school days where they spent all their free time together. After graduation, the two part ways; while he becomes a truck driver and family man, her marriage to a highly-successful businessman makes front-page headlines. This news ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Old School (Hedley Song)
"Old School" is a song by Canadian pop rock group Hedley. It was released in August 2008 as the fourth single from their second album, '' Famous Last Words/Never Too Late''. The song was serviced to contemporary hit radio in the US on March 31, 2009. Composition "Old School" was written by Chris Crippin, Jacob Hoggard, Dave Rosin, Tommy Mac and Dave Genn. The song has been described as melancholy with nostalgic lyrics. Chart performance "Old School" debuted at number 100 on the Canadian Hot 100 The Canadian Hot 100 is a music industry record chart in Canada for songs, published weekly by ''Billboard (magazine), Billboard'' magazine. It was launched on the issue dated March 31, 2007 as the standard record chart in Canada; a new chart ... before it was officially released in August 2008, and peaked at number 10. Charts Weekly charts Year-end charts Release history References 2007 songs 2008 singles Hedley (band) songs Songs written by Jacob Hoggard Univers ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alice Cooper Discography
This is the discography of American rock singer and songwriter Alice Cooper and his original band. It includes 30 studio albums (plus two studio albums with Hollywood Vampires), 68 singles, 3 extended plays, 12 live albums, 21 compilation albums, 15 video releases, 33 music videos and an audiobook (promo-only releases have been excluded here). Six of his studio albums have achieved platinum in the United States and three more have achieved gold. He has sold over 50 million records. Cooper has released music under the record labels Straight, Warner Bros., Atlantic, MCA, Epic, Spitfire, Eagle, New West, and Bigger Picture. Albums Studio albums Band Solo career Live albums Compilations Extended plays (EP) * ''Four Tracks from Alice Cooper's 'Welcome to My Nightmare, Department of Youth, Black Widow, Only Women Bleed' '' (12" EP, Part of the '+Four 99p' series, Anchor ANE-12001, 1977) * ''Alice Does Alice'' (August 3, 2010) * ''Breadcrumbs'' (September 13, 2019) Si ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Old Skool (EP)
''Old Skool'' is an extended play (EP) by Dutch DJ and record producer Armin van Buuren. It was released on 4 August 2016 by Armada Music Armada Music is a Dutch independent record label that specialises in releasing electronic dance music. Armada Music was founded on 1 June 2003 by Dutch producer Armin van Buuren, Dutch business executive Maykel Piron, and music manager David .... Van Buuren said of the album, "What I miss sometimes in dance music is a little bit of the fun, the fun that we had by experimenting and going out of our way and doing strange things. And that's what I wanted to do with ''Old Skool''". Track listing Charts References {{Authority control 2016 albums Armin van Buuren albums Armada Music albums Electronic dance music albums by Dutch artists ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Old School (EP)
''Old School'' is the debut extended play by Canadian country music singer, Tebey. It was released July 8, 2016 through Road Angel Entertainment and Warner Music Canada. The EP includes the top-20 Canada Country singles "When the Buzz Wears Off" and "Jealous of the Sun", as well as Tebey's top-5 cover of Avicii's " Wake Me Up", which was also included on his 2014 album, ''Two''. Tebey co-wrote all five of the original tracks on the extended play and co-produced every song with Danick Dupelle, except for "Lightweight". He toured in support of the record in July and August 2016. Singles "When the Buzz Wears Off" serves as the record's first single and was released on April 7, 2015. It reached a peak position of 16 on the Canada Country airplay chart dated July 18, 2015. The second single, "Jealous of the Sun", was released October 2, 2015. It peaked at 19 on the Canada Country chart. "Lightweight" was released May 6, 2016 as the third single and official lead single for the EP. I ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ol' School
''Ol' School'' is a live album by Ohio Players. It was recorded on 2 December 1995 at the Fox Theater, Atlanta, Georgia. Track listing # "Skin Tight" – 6:16 # "Ol' School" – 3:53 # "Pain" – 1:39 # "Heaven Must Be Like This" – 4:29 # "Sweet Sticky Thing" – 6:03 # "Thank You" – 1:05 # "I Wanna Be Free" – 5:59 # " Love Rollercoaster" – 6:41 # "Fire" – 11:11 # "Megamix" – 4:07 Personnel *Eric Alexander – trombone *Mike Barry – trumpet *Leroy "Sugarfoot" Bonner – guitar, vocals, producer *Darwin Dortch – bass guitar, vocals *Laurence Etkin – trumpet *Bob Funk – trombone *Arno Hect – tenor saxophone *Robert Lorenzo Jones – percussion *Robert "Rumba" Jones – percussion *Odeen Mays – keyboards, vocals *Ron Nooks – keyboards, vocals *Sam Skelton – saxophone *James "Diamond" Williams – percussion, drums, vocals, producer *Clarence Willis – rhythm guitar, vocals *James Willis – percussion, drums, vocals *Stutz W ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oldschool (Nena Album)
''Oldschool'' is a studio album by German pop singer Nena, released on 27 February 2015. Having received some negative publicity at the time of the release of her previous album '' Du bist gut'' for refusing in interviews to talk about the 1980s, Nena chose to celebrate the past with her next studio album. The first single released from the album, "Lieder von früher" ("Songs from the Past"), enthuses about the pleasure of dancing to old records, and the title track (not to be confused with "Oldschool, Baby", Nena's 2002 duet with WestBam) happily reflects on Nena's being best known for a few songs from the 1980s. The album was produced by rapper Samy Deluxe and features a duet with Nena's eldest surviving son, Sakias. Although published on Nena's own record label, The Laugh and Peas Company, distribution rights were agreed with Sony Music, 22 years after the company dropped Nena as a recording artist following the indifferent performance of her second solo album '' Bongo Girl''. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
