A study in contrasts, and perhaps validation for those who claim pop music’s current state is a sign of End Times. First Bing Crosby, the number one pop artist of the pre-Rock ‘n Roll era, checks in with “Just an Echo in the Valley”, circa 1933. It may not be your style I realize, but you’ve got to admire dude’s whistling chops. (At 1:55)
…and Ke$ha’s brand new single, “Crazy Kids”, featuring perhaps the worst whistling ever heard in a non-novelty song. What can you say? The girl does it her way (’cause she don’t give a whaa) and pop culture markers such as Rolling Stone magazine prop her up like she’s the current generation’s answer to Aretha Franklin. And hey, maybe she is. But she sure as hell can’t whistle. (:00 and 1:07)
Every Moment Has A Song 