Clearing Up Monkees Misconceptions – Including the One About Charles Manson
The Monkees’ chart-topping debut album arrived 60 years ago this month. Micky Dolenz has been contradicting lingering rumors ever since.
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Sebastian Robertson: My Proudest and Most Memorable Collaboration With Dad
As Robbie Robertson’s health deteriorated, the Band legend was at work with his son on an award-winning television theme. Sebastian Robertson remembers.
Grateful Dead’s Kennedy Center Honors: What Was Missed
Mike Tiano takes a deeper look at the ceremony following the Grateful Dead’s well-earned recognition by the Kennedy Center Honors.
‘Penny Singleton: A Biography’: ‘Blondie’ and Beyond
‘Penny Singleton: A Biography’ author Steve Randisi joins Mike Tiano to discuss the long-running Blondie star’s remarkable life and career.
Norman Lear Would Change Modern TV, But First He Came to Iowa
I have been struck by how long the accolades have continued after the passing of Norman Lear. It made me realize that I have a story, too.
TV Tunes by Tame Impala, Junip, Library Voices + Others: Gimme Five
Television has offered me the opportunity to discover a batch of cool songs from the likes of Tame Impala, Junip, Library Voices and others.
The Kids in the Hall: Return of the ‘Comedy Punks’
Mike Tiano traces the winding road that brought the beloved Canadian comedy troupe Kids in the Hall back to television.
HBO Max’s ‘Peacemaker’ and Glam Metal: Kiss Me Deadly
‘Peacemaker’ probably would have been fun without the interesting musical choices, but its glam-metal soundtrack makes the HBO Max series so much better.
Sonic Beat Records Continues to Boom
Even if you haven’t heard of Sonic Beat Records, you’ve heard Sonic Beat Records.
Buggles’ ‘Video Killed the Radio Star’ Predicted the Music Industry’s Larger Shift
Geoff Downes joined us to discuss the Buggles’ “Video Killed the Radio Star,” which arrived 40 years ago today on ‘The Age of Plastic.’
