Tuesday, March 24 2009
Good Grief: Pop, Dialogue and Detroit Natives
Indeed, a people who feel unloved are capable of anything. A people who feel loved are capable of everything.
Tuesday, February 24 2009
“Zoom, I wish the world were truly happy”: Barack and the blues
In Grant park on the night of America’s victory in November 2008, Barack opened with: "It's been a long time coming, but tonight, because of what we did on this date in this election at this defining moment, change has come to America." It is my sincere hope that readers don’t miss that. Barack has a deep and personal understanding of this unique and complex American history. A cool, smooth, blues man has come to lead the nation.
Otis Redding: Respect Live 1967
If Sam Cooke’s style is defined by a sort of grace and smoothness, Otis Redding’s feels more like that of a great force held in check, threatening to break loose.
Friday, September 26 2008
Otis Redding: Live in London and Paris
Commercially issued in their entirety for the first time, these live sets from March 1967 show Redding and Booker T. & the MGs at their incendiary best.
Friday, May 2 2008
Otis Redding: Otis Blue: Otis Redding Sings Soul
Essential listening for anyone interested in the artistic and emotional depth of American popular music, Redding’s Otis Blue is nothing short of spectacular.
Thursday, October 4 2007
Otis Redding: Dreams To Remember [DVD]
Dreams to Remember: The Legacy of Otis Redding adds a personal, heartwarming touch to what is now oft' told musical lore.
Thursday, May 1 2003
Soulsville (2003)
Director Bob Sarles has an aficionado's affection for these musicians, and he lets them speak and sing and play for themselves.
