Mar 22 2024
“There’s A Place” is a song by the iconic British rock band, the Beatles. It was featured on their debut studio album, Please Please Me, which was released on this day March 22, 1963. The Beatles, consisting of members John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, are widely regarded as one of the …
Mar 15 2024
Happy birthday to Howard Devoto, born on this day March 15, 1952 in Lincolnshire, England. In the late 1970s, a wave of rebellious energy swept through the music world, marking the rise of punk rock. Among the leaders of this revolution were the Buzzcocks, an influential punk band hailing from Manchester, England. Founded by Howard Devoto …
Mar 09 2024
John Cale’s artistic brilliance is a testament to his eclectic background and relentless pursuit of creative exploration. Born on this day March 9, 1942 in Garnant, Wales, Cale began his musical journey with a classical training that laid the foundation for his versatile career. He demonstrated an early affinity for the piano and viola, and …
Mar 07 2024
Townes Van Zandt, the Texas troubadour who ascended to the status of a folk icon, was born on this day March 7, 1944. His lyrical skills and masterful storytelling abilities set him apart from his contemporaries, earning him an enduring fan base that continues to grow even after his untimely death. Van Zandt’s music, deeply …
Mar 02 2024
Lou Reed was an innovative figure in the world of music, whose influence extended far beyond his chart successes. Known for his distinctive lyrical style and his pioneering role in the formation of art rock and punk rock, Reed’s legacy continues to reverberate through the music industry today. His work, both as a solo artist …
Feb 28 2024
Happy birthday to singer, songwriter, and founding member of the B-52s, Cindy Wilson, born on this day February 28, 1957 in Athens, Georgia. The B-52s, an American band hailing from Athens, Georgia, are widely recognized as pioneers of the New Wave and Pop-Rock fusion genre. They emerged in the late 1970s with a unique and …
Feb 20 2024
Happy birthday to guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of The Cramps, Poison Ivy a.k.a. Poison Ivy Rorschach, born Kristy Marlana Wallace on this day February 20, 1953 in San Bernardino, California. The Cramps, an American punk rock band that emerged in the late 1970s, offered a unique blend of sound that could only be described as psychotic, erotic, …
Feb 19 2024
Born on this day February 19, 1951, Shigeru Umebayashi, a renowned Japanese composer, has been crafting enchanting melodies that stimulate the senses and ignite the imagination for over three decades. His work, primarily in film scores, has earned him a reputation as a masterful composer capable of conjuring the most profound emotions through his music. …
Feb 14 2024
From the early beginnings of his career as a folk musician, Tim Buckley displayed an innate ability to bridge genres and present music in a manner that was both innovative and transformative. Born on this day February 14, 1947, his evolution as an artist, from conventional folk to avant-garde, marked him as a groundbreaking musical …
Feb 10 2024
Dave Van Ronk, often referred to as the “Mayor of MacDougal Street,” was an iconic figure in the 1960s folk music scene in New York City’s Greenwich Village. Known for his raspy, gravelly voice and masterful guitar playing, Van Ronk played a pivotal role in the revitalization and popularization of traditional and folk music during …
