Wednesday, August 17 2011
Elvis Is Still Dead: 10 (Mostly) Respectful Cultural Invocations of the King
Elvis was a hero to most... but that's beside the point. He has loomed as large as any other artist during the past few decades. Here are 10 examples of his enduring influence.
Monday, July 11 2011
Mr. Moorcock Sings on Mr. Gaiman’s iPod
Writer Chris Roberson's offer of a bold new Elric as struggling with notions of American identity on a grand historical scale couldn't be more timeous. But does he lose the quintessential nature of Moorcock's command over various genre?
Tuesday, May 24 2011
Is ‘Glee’ the New Elvis, Really?
There's all this buzz that Glee has passed Elvis Presley for the most Hot 100 hits in history. But does this really put that two-year old show on the same level as the King of Rock 'n' Roll? Really?
Thursday, March 10 2011
‘I Don’t Sound like Nobody’ Sheds New Light on the Birth of the Modern Music Industry
Albin J. Zak III argues that rock 'n' roll evolved more than it spontaneously erupted, with much of what came to be associated with rock having roots in music that had nothing to do with rock.
Monday, August 30 2010
‘Rolling Stone’ Picks the “100 Greatest Beatles Songs”
Here are Rolling Stone's picks for the top 10 greatest Beatles songs. Do you agree or disagree with their picks? Let’s discuss it below in the comments section.
Sunday, August 1 2010
‘Elvis 75th Birthday Collection’ Still Has Fans All Shook Up
Sometimes you watch Elvis movies for the songs or for the sheer cinematic presence of the man himself. Sometimes you actually watch an Elvis movie for the story. In this package, both reasons for watching are fulfilled.
Wednesday, December 16 2009
Elvis Presley: Elvis 75: Good Rockin Tonight
There are no unreleased cuts or alternate takes on this collection, just 100 of the King’s best songs pristinely recorded.
