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.
Tuesday, August 23 2011
Last Stop But One: The Final Musical Act of Rhythm and Blues Singer Little Willie John
Little Willie John was one of the first and greatest R&B singers of all time. So why have so few people ever heard of him?
Wednesday, July 27 2011
Tracks They’ll Be Talking About: 5 Divisive Songs on Great Albums
Bon Iver's "Beth/Rest" is just the latest song that beguiles as many fans as it detracts.
Wednesday, July 13 2011
Five Songs About Wizards, Witches, and Other Spellcasters
The final Harry Potter film is upon us, so why not spin these magic-tinged tunes to commemorate the occasion?
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.
Friday, July 1 2011
Fire and Rain: The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, James Taylor, CSNY and the Lost Story of 1970
David Browne’s Fire and Rain tells the story of four iconic albums of 1970 and the lives, times, and constantly intertwining personal ties of the remarkable artists who made them.
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.
Friday, June 17 2011
Paul McCartney’s 69th Birthday: A Life in Videos
This Saturday marks the 69th birthday of singer, songwriter, composer, musician, author, actor, artist, and humanitarian Paul McCartney.
Wednesday, May 25 2011
Oprah May Say Goodbye, But I Say Hello
Not since the Beatles broke up has there been such a communal feeling of abandonment as there is with Oprah's final airing of The Oprah Winfrey Show.
