Music fans will have probably heard of British musicians. The country is a pioneer in electronic music, and it's now on the global radar. The British are producing their own post Spotify pop. But who were the true stars? We will be looking at some of the greatest careers. Who should you choose as your next favorite?
Tom Jones
Tom Jones is well-known as a TV and movie star, in addition to his musical output. His early style was heavily influenced by the sounds of the late Elvis Presley. Many UK record producers found his singing style excessively raucousy and abrasive. His song, 'It’s Not Unusual' was refused by the British Broadcasting Corporation, but it did eventually become his first number one hit. Later, the song was made for film and scored him his first U.S. Top Ten. He was awarded the Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1967.
Amy Winehouse
Amy Winehouse was a British singer/songwriter. She is best known for her strong and expressive vocals. She also mixed many different musical styles into her music. In 2004, at just 27 years of age, she was killed. Many will never forget her unique mix and variety of music. The British musician has passed away, but her legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of fans worldwide.
Alison Goldfrapp
Goldfrapp, an actress and former model, is now a producer as well as a songwriter and singer. She is the author of most of her material and performs it live. Goldfrapp has many influences, including Marc Bolan and David Cassidy. Her solo shows have taken her all over the globe and she is still very popular. But, her band has been at forefront of electronic music from its inception.
Phantom Power
This collection of songs from British musician Phantom Power is a mix of tracks from his earlier albums, 'Rings’ and 'Phantom Power. Though this collection doesn't sound as good as 'Rings', it has some decent tracks. You will find plenty of pop and 'anti-war prog as well as some slower tracks which sound amazing. It's also a great mix of vocal performances and production work.
Sting
Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner (better known as Sting) is a British musician. He was a member of the band Police from 1977 to 1984 and was the band's frontman, songwriter, and bassist. He is a worldwide icon today, well-known for his many hits, and numerous albums. We'll take a closer look at Sting’s history. This British musician has a long history in the music industry, and is one the most influential singers/songwriters of all time.
FAQ
Why don't more filmmakers use crowdfunding websites like Indiegogo or Kickstarter?
Crowdfunding sites can be great as they let you reach out to potential investors.
Many filmmakers aren't qualified to ask money. They feel they must have someone to speak for them.
And since they haven't proven themselves yet, they don't think anyone should invest in them.
Instead, they spend many months working on the project in hopes that someone will notice.
Then, when they launch the campaign, they realize how poorly prepared they were.
They end up with only a few donations, instead of thousands of dollars.
Is there any Hollywood Walk of Fame without a fee?
Yes! To visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame, you don't need to pay anything. If you plan to take photos at the Hollywood Walk Of Fame, you'll need a permit. The fee is $15 per person.
If you're planning on visiting the Hollywood Walk of Fame, make sure to bring a valid ID.
If you are under 18, you must be accompanied by someone 21 years old or older.
You can't enter the walkway before 10 am.
Once inside, you may not leave the walkway without paying again.
The walkway is not permitted to be filmed.
What is the average salary of actors?
For independent films, the average salary for an actor is less than $100,000. The average actor receives between $10,000 and $20,000 for a film. Many actors aren't paid. It depends on how successful they are. Actors can make millions, while others have trouble finding work.
Who is the most famous actor in Hollywood?
Tom Hanks holds the record as the highest-paid actor ever. He is paid a minimum $25 million per film. According to Celebrity Net Worth.
Will Smith is second, having earned $65,000,000 over four years for his contribution to Independence Day.
Third place goes to Tom Cruise, who made $60 million over five years for playing Ethan Hunt in Mission Impossible.
Fourth place goes to Daniel Craig who earned $50 million over four decades for his role as James Bond in Skyfall.
Fifth place goes to Leonardo DiCaprio, who earned $45 million over five years for starring in Titanic.
Sixth place goes out to Brad Pitt. He earned $40 million in six years as a result of his portrayal of Steve McQueen's character in 12 Years a Slave.
Robert Downey Jr. comes in seventh. He made $35 million for seven years playing Tony Stark/Iron Man, Iron Man.
Johnny Depp takes eighth place. He earned $30M over eight years playing Captain Jack Sparrow on the Pirates of The Caribbean series.
Ninth place goes to George Clooney, who earned $25 million over nine years for playing Matt Damon's character in Good Night and Good Luck.
Angelina Jolie took 10th place. Angelina Jolie earned $20M over 11 years for her roles on Mr. & Mrs Smith.
Statistics
- At his encouragement, his sister Sarah Luke, brother-in-law Elisha Luke, with her mother, Azubah, took the Atlantic & Pacific Railroad from Ogden to Los Angeles in November 1885, according to Adrian Weekly Press, November 13, 1885. (en.wikipedia.org)
- New York Times article stated that only 15% of the top films in 2013 had women in lead acting roles. (en.wikipedia.org)
- The percentage of black female characters went from 16 percent in 2017 to 21 percent in 2018. (en.wikipedia.org)
- The author of the study noted that "The percentage of female speaking roles has not increased much since the 1940s when they hovered around 25 percent to 28 percent." (en.wikipedia.org)
- In 2019, that percentage increased to 40 percent. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How To
How long does it take for the Hollywood Walk of Fame to be toured?
It takes approximately 2 to 3 hours to visit Hollywood Walk Of Fame.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame, which includes 1,400 stars embedded in the sidewalk near Grauman's Chinese Theater, was created in 1960. It celebrates the contributions of celebrities to film and television, music and theater, as well as art, science, politics, literature, fashion architecture, education, and other fields. Each star is accompanied on a plaque that has the individual's name as well as their birth year and category.
Hollywood Boulevard is home to 683 stars, ranging from Gower Street to Vine Street. About one-third have been posthumously awarded.
There are several ways to view the stars. You can either take a walk or use the free transportation available by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
To see the entire list of current inductees, visit the official website at www.walkoffame.com/inductee_listing/.