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Pamela Anderson Lee's wedding outfit (a white bikini), Debbie Gibson's halloween Seances, and Pres. Nixon's favorite Johnny Cash tune. Learn while you laugh. A music event timeline, covering the craziness of rock history w/ some down2earth facts mixed in.
Picking out my favorite ten songs by Peter Gabriel was hard to put it mildly, as there are just way too many to choose from. But this is the list that I came up with.
Midnight Oil was one of the best political bands ever and quite possibly the best Australian band of all time. Peter Garret was the leader singer and now he's working in the corridors of power. It's not as bizarre a leap as you might think.
Ocean is a gifted singer and an engaging person whose music talent is matched by her heart.
Facts about David Bowie.
International star sells millions as member of a popular act, while romancing women and seemingly having it all. A decade later, he's now solo artist with his own upstart record label, and happily out of the closet and married. Sound familiar?
Release of Richard Marx new album has fans asking about him all over again.This is the answer to all your questions.
Interview with young rocker before his Wilkes-Barre, Pa gig.
Being an inspiration to women and men that need a lesson in self-empowerment is her calling card
A review of John Darnielle's (aka The Mountain Goats) latest release
The series is amusing and a fun puzzle to unravel although it stretches believability to a point that non-mystery fans might have difficulty accepting; however, Universal created a bare bones set, and some have found technical glitches with the DVDs.
Pat Benetar burst onto the Rock 'n Roll music scene in the late '70s. Since then, she has released hit after hit. Find out about her life and her career by reading this interesting article today!
Caroline Lavelle is a British singer-songwriter and cellist who has, thus far, had quite an eclectic musical journey with very impressive results.
Younger members of the baby boomer generation grew up wishing they could be Jackie Paper and have a best friend like Puff to take to the magical land of Honah Lee.
My daughter, along with a host of other American Girls, have this thing for Gerard Way, who is lead singer of the Emo band My Chemical Romance. Parents often frown on the music their children listen to.
Joy Division were peerless in originality and drive. Modern bands playing dark music owe a huge debt to this Manchester band.
While across the Atlantic Henri Landru was killing in France and Peter Kurten was killing in Germany, America had its own serial killing monster, Leonard Earle Nelson.
Born Franz Peter Schubert on January 31, 1797 to Franz Theodor, a schoolteacher, and Elisabeth Vietz, who worked in domestic services. The Viennese composer was no Mozart or Beethoven, but was still a musically prodigious child.
Country singer Sara Evans has announced that she will leave "Dancing With the Stars" after she accuses her husband of thirteen years, Craig Schelske, of adultery.
Tom Waits is a gravel voiced American singer and songwriter known for his dark catalogue of songs that tell the tales of desperate and seedy characters. Through it all, Tom Waits continues to bring the grit, and the tenderness, that made him famous.
My all-time favorites from English singer Kate Bush.
It's no secret that making it in the music business is difficult and making money as a singer / songwriter / musician is next to impossible.
From 1968-2003 Peter Fauk amazed and entertained us as L/A's top detective, Columbo. Powerful industry names such as Steven Bochco and Steven Spielberg contributed to the quality of this TV series. Join us as we review the 10 best of the best episodes!
Gordon Lightfoot is a well-known Canadian folk singer whose hit songs span from the 1960s to present day.
The "Seawall Singer" Jerry Leggett returns to Umstead Park UCC after a grueling week helping th students cope in Blackburn, VA. He returns to lead the Sunday morning service.
Singer Marc Anthony has agreed to pay about $2.5 million in back taxes, interest, and penalties to the State of New York due to his failure to file returns for five years, the Manhattan District Attorney announced Wednesday.
Three decades after he blew us away with a Howlin' Wind, Graham Parker continues to surprise, entertain, and make us think with his words. Don't Tell Columbus is a magnificent showcase of Parker's talents.
Who would have thought the celestial Jimi Hendrix would succumb to the excesses of the 1960s and the band he once opened for, The Monkees, would still be making the girls ( and grandmas) scream in the 21st century?
A great collection for the spooky kids and lovers of darker music.
Truly, The Kinks are one of the more overlooked bands from England in the 1960's. The Beetles took the world by storm just as The Kinks were releasing their music and they were often over looked.
Have you ever wondered how a song makes the play list at a classic rock station? There is a bad rumor going around that all of the music is picked by computers, but there's strong evidence it has everything to do with this Rock God...
The Music Industry is floundering and the Movie Industry is running for cover. What's the problem? Perhaps the answer lay.... Jaci Rae - The Rae of Hope - The Indie Guide to Music, Marketing and Money
Coldplay delivers a great show for Chicago area fans at Alpine Valley Music Theater last night. Read more about details of the show.
Have you ever wondered how a song makes the play list at a classic rock station? There is a bad rumor going around that all of the music is picked by computers...
Good music is timeless, and Roy Barnes' Top 10 Love Songs from the 1980's take readers on the roller coaster of the highs and lows of love (and even lust).
The words are very powerful and the music just as effective
Secrets of the heart-pounding and soul-melting music enjoyed by Valentine's Day lovers are revealed by recording artist and commercial music composer Scott G (The G-Man).
A review of New Order's third album: Low-life.
A review of the classic New Order album Power Corruption and Lies.
The economic impact of the Fab Four during the height of Beatlemania in the U.S.
Today's child actors come and go. Child stars of the Golden Era of Hollywood, however, are still remembered and continue to have a lasting legacy.
Today, there are several artists blossoming in the world of the standard, re-embracing the genre and recreating it as something new, young, and beautiful all over again. Here is a list of my personal "Top Ten" performers of what I call the new standard.
Herein begins the countdown to the last five chapters in this novel ... whose story will be completed in a Book 2 (on the heels of this Book 1). In this chapter, the longest in the novel, Hammie has a regional hit song - with his mom the band's arranger.
If you enjoy theatre and theatre history, consider London as your next travel destination.
At their best, documentaries are the kind of films that provide an immediacy and intimacy- inevitably making the subject matter more compelling.
City of Angels. Home of the Stars. La La Land. With its cultural enclaves, temperate weather and movie star glitz, Los Angeles is unlike any other city. From Santa Monica to Downtown and up to Hollywood, it's easy for anyone to get lost in this jungle.
Harry Nilsson was a celebrity without being famous. His career was ironic, as his hit compositions were recorded by other artists and his hit vocals were written by other composers.
Tim Robbins assembled most of Hollywood for his directorial debut, Bob Roberts, a political mockumentary.
Cher has come a long way from 1960's hippie who was "discovered" by Sonny Bono. Now in her mid-fifties, Cher remains a performer of the highest quality; her "Farewell Tour" sold out all over the world. She's now appearing live in Las Vegas.
Every song has some element or aspect that you will remember, which will have you reaching for the CD again to re-listen.
This is the second part of a series that examines whether Madonna should be regarded as a truly subversive artist, or as a mainstream capitalist who should be embraced by those very same people who routinely condemn her.
A review of New Order's album, Brotherhood.
An abstract look at the life of former Beetles band member, George Harrison
A mix of strong, rebellious Reggae blast, groovin' Rocksteady beats and warm Caribbean love songs that are as soothing as the soft island breezes that blow through the night.
Right up there with your wedding invitations and thank you notes are the wedding programs. They're not mandatory, but they help your guests feel part of the ceremony.
Each Christmas movie studios release what is, in theory, supposed to represent the best that each studio has to offer.
A look at the biggest comic book movies that have shaped the genre, including Superman, Batman, and Spider-Man.
Spanning the time period from 1946 to the present, these family-oriented Christmas movies offer wholesome magic that the entire family can enjoy.
Many people fall in love with Tucson's sunsets, its mountain views and its laid-back way of life. Tucson attracts lovers of the outdoors, history, culture and much more.
Ray and an all-star cast of talent deliver 14 songs in which Ray's soul lives on.
Most people only know Rob Zombie as a heavy metal artist and a new Hollywood director. The fact is Rob Zombie has built an entertainment empire that will allow him to become one of the biggest names in the world.
Motion Pictures and technology have come a long way in the past 150 years.
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With the 1970’s came change in film comedies. The popularity of such shows as Saturday Night Live and Second City Television led to films that were more manic and crazy.
24 Hour Party People is a great movie about the life of Tony Wilson and offers a sneak preview of what may be to come in the forthcoming film based on Ian Curtis' life.
The Evolution of Ghetto Rock Features Smokin' Tracks
The way I take this as being the "very best" is like this: here on these CDs, Jerry is at one of his peak moments.
The Cowboy Junkies are another great act from Canada. They have endured for two decades with a sound and style that encompasses several musical genre. They have continued to maintain a magical mystique unlike few bands ever have.
An exploration of the uncanny effects of cannibalism, sex, and tattoing upon postcolonialism generally, and Melville studies specifically.
Classical music's most lovable character, F.J. Haydn had class and creativity to spare. Here is an interesting look into his life and times.
There are perhaps other aspects that were neglected in the frequent examinations as to why this particular disaster ended so badly, and to neglect to consider these other factors may result in similar mistakes occurring again at a later date.
Is Peter a realist willing to make sacrifices for the betterment of mankind or is he a deprived athiest that never realized the value of human life.
Music Genres Explained
A look at this fascinating book on globalization.
There is contemporary and oldies music on youtube. It's great to hear while you are doing other things on the internet.
Do you think that the music industry has lowered their standards? Do you think that mainstream music has been becoming less talented? I do.
Now, you as an aspiring musician can upload your song's lyrics and join in the creative process of creating new music with people all over the world.
Indianapolis is a great city in which to see live local (or non-local) music. There is something going on every night whether it be in the heart of Broad Ripple, in downtown Indy, or on the classy northside.
There is more than performing and teaching in the music field. Find out in my series everything you can do in music
Boost Mobile Rock Corps and Essence "Take back the music" connect music with social change.
An amazing recording. The music of Victor Roggio captures the mood of an evening in Italy. The mandolin, two guitars, mandola, mandocello and mandobass. All seven instruments played by one talented man.
Many clubs in Birmingham bring in local and regional talent to present the best in live music to adoring audiences of devotees.
Montgomery has a heritage of great music in it's blues traditions. Blues and jazz venues have been around for a long time and now there even more clubs that offer other styles of live music too.
Tampa has become a hot place for Latin music. Many clubs are featuring salsa and Latin rock bands that can contend with any out of Miami.
In the city of Hartford,Ct,there are many clubs,theaters and concert halls where live music is regularly performed.Here is a guide that briefly describes the best of them.
Is the music industry overreacting to illegal file sharing? Research on the matter concludes that music piracy may be more positive than you may think.
The music of Conya Doss is a whirlwind sound that will dazzle and seduce you at a soul-gathering gala of influence; meaning, it's music-lovers music, or as Doss says "Just good music." A Music X-Press Magazine Feature.
While Charleston is more known for its architecture, its low-country culture and the wonderful food than for music, there are a lot of clubs that feature innovative live bands on weekend nights.
Peter Murphy has long been solo after his split with the '80s gothic power outfit Bauhaus. His career has taken him far away from the gloomy days of old with a unique sound unmatched in complexity.
While sharing and downloading copyrighted music carries considerable risks, there are numerous legal sources for users to obtain music. Some of these sources are paid, and others are free.
If you are wanting to download free music and videos online, than you got some good, free programs to look into. The quick information below is about some free online networks that allow people to download and share free music and videos online.
This is a detailed view of Gwen Stefanis' Love, Angel, Music, Baby her musical album.
A look at the many recent venue closings in St. Louis and what this means for the music community. Is the St. Louis music scene living out its final death throes? What venues will possibly be able to carry the torch?
This powerful trio of documentary masterpieces contain incredible performances by 60s rock icons, and capture a unique moment in American life. Read on to discover three films that show the music of the hippie movement at its birth, its end, and its peak.
The orchestra conductor of the Arlington Players production of Thorougly Modern Millie shapes music and kicks off her bobby-socks