As the Beatles finished their rocking rendition of “Get Back” at the conclusion of their 1969 Apple rooftop concert, John Lennon joked “I would like to say thank you on behalf of the group and ourselves and I hope we’ve passed the audition.” You May Also Like: The Beatles, “Ain’tRead More
Neo-progger Steven Wilson’s stirring new album spends a second month in the reader’s poll at Something Else!, joined by new tributes to Wings’ Henry McCullough and the Band’s Levon Helm. You May Also Like: How Robben Ford’s ‘The Inside Story’ Introduced the Yellowjackets to the World Robben Ford’s Tasty, EnergeticRead More
Back in the 1970s and 1980s, Memorex ran a popular ad campaign for their blank cassette tapes, asking “is it live, or is it Memorex?” Memorex tapes may be long gone, but the question has taken on new significance. You May Also Like: John Lennon – ‘Gimme Some Truth’ andRead More
He may be best known not for his own career, but for providing the first big break for one of the most important bands in rock history. Tony Sheridan, who passed away February 16, 2013, was the Gene Vincent of Hamburg You May Also Like: The Beatles, “Ain’t She Sweet”Read More
Many Beatles songs contain two key elements: wordplay and nods to their R&B roots. George Harrison is no stranger to either aspect, and few songs encapsulate these qualities like “Savoy Truffle,” the White Album track You May Also Like: The Beatles, “Not Guilty” (1968): Deep Beatles The Beatles, “Long, Long,Read More
Typically the word “funky” does not spring to mind when considering the Alan Parsons Project. This 1977 single is the exception.
Tony Bennett holds a rightful place as an American icon for a variety of reasons: he is essentially our last link to the other great crooners such as Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole. You May Also Like: Jazz Reedist Daniel Bennett on How Musicians Can Thrive In (and After)Read More
Volumes have been written on the Lennon/McCartney dynamic, after point/counterpoint exchanges graced “We Can Work It Out,” “Getting Better,” and “She’s Leaving Home.” One of their finest moments as a duo occurred during the troubled Get Back sessions. You May Also Like: The Beatles, “Two of Us” from Let ItRead More
While the lyrics may cause today’s audiences discomfort, “Run for Your Life” stands as a catchy song that effectively utilizes the Beatles’ distinctive harmonies.