Monday, October 17 2011
Old Country Comfort: How the British Might Save American Music (Again)
The British saved rock 'n' roll, reignited the blues, and may just make country music more American.
Friday, October 7 2011
Celebrating John Lennon’s 71st Birthday With Seven Underrated Songs
Though we instantly identify him with such hits as “Help!”, “I Am the Walrus”, “Imagine”, “Instant Karma! (We All Shine On)”, and more, let’s look at seven of his lesser-known songs.
Thursday, July 7 2011
Ringo Starr’s 71st Birthday: A Life In Videos
Let’s take a look at some of the career highlights of one of the most well known drummers in music history.
Wednesday, June 22 2011
The 12 Most Memorable Paul McCartney Solo Songs
When he wasn’t collaborating with wife Linda, working in Wings, doing a duet, or disguised as the Fireman, Paul McCartney was going at it alone post-Beatles. In honor of his 69th birthday and the recent reissues of McCartney and McCartney II, here’s a look at his best solo work.
Monday, February 21 2011
Celebrating 68 years of George Harrison
Dubbed “the quiet one”, George Harrison contributed some of the Beatles best work and continued on to an impressive solo career. He died far too soon, but the world still has a lifetime of his work to admire and enjoy.
Tuesday, November 30 2010
The Year in Music: January 2010
Let’s single out the biggest events that happened in the world of music one month at a time, starting with January 2010.
Friday, October 22 2010
Potential Grammy Nominees for Song of the Year?
This is a look at likely contenders for the Song of the Year, which is a composer/songwriter’s award.
Thursday, October 7 2010
Celebrating 70 Years of John Lennon
This October 9th marks quite a milestone.
Tuesday, October 5 2010
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Most Infamous Snubs
Fans have made a strong case for the following bands and artists who weren’t nominated this year and aren’t in the hall of fame yet.
Wednesday, July 7 2010
Celebrating 70 Years of Ringo Starr (videos)
On July 7th, 1940, Richard Starkey was born in Liverpool, but from 1959 on, he would mostly be known to the world as Ringo Starr. Here's an up-to-date video flashback of his entire career.
