A Very Special Video Playlist
Justin takes on a music video tour.
We’re Number One!…Depending On Who You Ask
Chris Smith wonders why humans obsess over lists.
Happy Birthday: Gil Scott-Heron
Happy Birthday to Gil Scott-Heron!
A British Invasion Amasses, March 1964
Gordon Thompson looks at The Beatles.
India Through A Western Lens
A reflection on Slumdog Millionaire’s Oscar win.
Musical Mania
Michelle looks at the statement “musicals are back.”
And the Award Goes To… India?
A look an India’s film and Slumdog Millionaire.
Rostropovich’s Recollections
Simon Morrison looks at Prokofiev’s supposed relationship with fellow Russian composer Mstislav Rostropovich.
Pete Seeger and the Inauguration
A look at Peter Seeger.
Decca, EMI, and Ed Sullivan: The Beatles Seize February
Thompson celebrates the Beatles’ 45th anniversary of being on the Ed Sullivan Show.
Grammy Winners in the Sky! Yipi Yi Oh.
Justin looks at Gene Autry.
“Maybe Tomorrow”: The Beatles’ Climb to the Rooftop, January 1959-1969
Gordon Thompson looks at the Beatles in January 1959 and January 1969.
Prokofiev’s Juliet’s Lives: Zora Šemberová
Simon Morrison shares the story of the premier of Prokofiev’s ballet “Romeo and Juliet,” in which Romeo and Juliet live happily ever after.
“I Want to Hold Your Hand,” 26 December 1963
For many of us in the British Commonwealth, Boxing Day can bring back memories of visiting family and friends, even as modernity transforms the date from an opportunity to exchange gifts between one another into one on which you return gifts at shopping malls. For Americans, it’s an anachronism.
Ten Success Principles To Help You “Make It” In Music
How to be successful in the music business.
The Beatles’ The Beatles: 22 November 1968
Gordon Thompson looks at the White Album.