Freddie Mercury Hints at Queer Pop in ‘Mr Bad Guy’
Freddie Mercury’s Mr. Bad Guy wasn’t brilliant, but it had shades of brilliance, and for queer pop, it was a step forward for both the artist and his listeners.
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Michael Jackson’s ‘HIStory’ Still Defies History
Thirty years on, Michael Jackson’s HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I is among the most ambitious and personal pop statements of the 1990s, born from pressure, transformed into autobiography, and forever in our History.
Canonizing Donna Summer’s Disco Classic ‘I Feel Love’
This deep look into Donna Summer’s “I Feel Love” explores how synthpop and new wave opened up new possibilities for genre and synth experimentation and more.
Diana Ross Bid for Independence with ‘Why Do Fools Fall in Love’ 40 Years Ago
Why Do Fools Fall in Love started Diana Ross’ tenure at RCA with a considerable commercial bang after she left Motown Records in a bid for musical independence.
1981’s ‘Black & White’ Shows the Pointer Sisters’ Lasting Influence
Forty years later, Black & White is still an indispensable Pointer Sisters album. Their versatility is their biggest triumph and the cherry on top of their quality repertoire.
Going Beyond the Neutron Dance with Ruth Pointer of the Pointer Sisters
Ruth Pointer reflects on her multi-faceted career with the Pointer Sisters, honors the memory of her sister Bonnie, and shares the joy found in her music and fashion.
“The Music of Life”: An Interview with Disco Pioneer Marc Cerrone
From "Love in C Minor" to "Supernature", legendary drummer and producer Marc Cerrone recalls the classic recordings that propelled him to the forefront of disco and beyond.
True/False Film Fest: ‘Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami’
Director Sophie Fiennes mixes concert film with arresting cinéma vérité family portrait.