It’s a genre that’s often maligned by purists as lightweight and disposable.
Top 10 Protest Songs From the 1960s
No decade quite matches the 1960s for the sheer number of songs that compelled folks to rise up and act for change.
No decade quite matches the 1960s for the sheer number of songs that compelled folks to rise up and act for change.
Remembering Tina Turner
Despite all the tragedies and obstacles, Turner lived a life of triumph.
Despite all the tragedies and obstacles, Turner lived a life of triumph.
The Monkees’ Enduring — and Maybe Surprising — Influence
Somehow, The Monkees just kept on going and going.
Somehow, The Monkees just kept on going and going.
What Was the US Festival and Where Did It Go?
“It’s OK – a memory is good. You don’t have to redo the US Festival.” - Steve Wozniak
“It’s OK – a memory is good. You don’t have to redo the US Festival.” – Steve Wozniak
‘We Are the World’: Could It Happen Today?
When you put together the magnitude of talent that was present that night, don’t get too heated about it. It worked out.
When you put together the magnitude of talent that was present that night, don’t get too heated about it. It worked out.
8 Beach Books From the 1980s but for Today
For those who plan to spend part of the dwindling summer days on a beach, absorbing ourselves in more edifying or otherwise involving literature, here is a short list of reliable paperbacks to enhance your sand time.
For those who plan to spend part of the dwindling summer days on a beach, absorbing ourselves in more edifying or otherwise involving literature, here is a short list of reliable paperbacks to enhance your sand time.
‘Fleetwood Mac in the 80s’ – It’s Complicated
Fleetwood Mac originally formed in 1967 and has gone through many member shifts due to their volatility and complex lives.
Fleetwood Mac originally formed in 1967 and has gone through many member shifts due to their volatility and complex lives.
Moms Who Gave ‘Birth’ to Great Songs
In honor of Mother’s Day, here’s a list of touching songs women musicians have written for their children.
In honor of Mother’s Day, here’s a list of touching songs women musicians have written for their children.
Ah, Look at All the Dear Beatle People!
A gorgeous hardback volume with over 100 new photos (many in color) featuring a one-of-a-kind cover by esteemed Beatles artist Eric Cash, Dear Beatle People captures the essence of the 1960s fan club experience.
A gorgeous hardback volume with over 100 new photos (many in color) featuring a one-of-a-kind cover by esteemed Beatles artist Eric Cash, Dear Beatle People captures the essence of the 1960s fan club experience.
After the Music: Rockstars Living Other Lives
While “rock star” seems like a dream job—a few who’ve achieved success have turned their backs on their hard-earned status for normal lives and day jobs.
While “rock star” seems like a dream job—a few who’ve achieved success have turned their backs on their hard-earned status for normal lives and day jobs.
Happy Birthday, Jules: Julian Lennon at 60
The first Beatle baby is turning 60 this month (born April 8, 1963, 6:50 am, Liverpool time), and Julian Lennon is far more than just the offspring of a member of the most famous band in the world.
The first Beatle baby is turning 60 this week (born April 8, 1963, 6:50 am, Liverpool time), and Julian Lennon is far more than just the offspring of a member of the most famous band in the world.
Helen Anderson: Lennon’s Mate (And That Hat)
John was so highly intelligent, but he hid this behind his sideburns for fear of being ridiculed and misunderstood.
John was so highly intelligent, but he hid this behind his sideburns for fear of being ridiculed and misunderstood.
Elmer Valentine and the Whisky a Go Go
Not only was this perpetually packed place a breeding ground for STDs, it was also a breeding ground for bands who took their early steps toward stardom on the Whisky’s stage.
Not only was this perpetually packed place a breeding ground for STDs, it was also a breeding ground for bands who took their early steps toward stardom on the Whisky’s stage.
Gangsters in Music: From Doo-Wop to Hip-hop
By the late ’50s, Doo-Wop and Rock and Roll were taking music by storm and the mob recognized the opportunities for profit.
By the late ’50s, Doo-Wop and Rock and Roll were taking music by storm and the mob recognized the opportunities for profit.
‘Lead Sister’: Karen Carpenter’s Life in Music
Underneath the sweet flutes of “Superstar” stood an insecure woman who was determined to show she was capable of competing with the hardest, the fastest, and the most furious, regardless of gender.
Underneath the sweet flutes of “Superstar” stood an insecure woman who was determined to show she was capable of competing with the hardest, the fastest, and the most furious, regardless of gender.