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An Early Moment of “Peak Beatles”
A raw, electrifying snapshot of the Beatles at their most alive—Washington ’64 captures the youthful fire, camaraderie, and unfiltered chaos of Beatlemania before fame reshaped everything.
Al Cattabiani
Al is CultureSonar's founder. He has always worked in and around the arts. His companies have generally focused on music, indie/foreign film, documentaries, and holistic living. Over the years, he has released well over 1,000 titles, including many Oscar, Grammy and Emmy winners. Although playing guitar has never been his Day Job, quite rightly, he’s been gigging steadily for years — and is an avid fan.
Are “Real Songs” Making a Comeback?
Pop fans rejoice: real songs aren’t dead. Tight structures, killer bridges, human writing teams, and emotional payoff are making a comeback.
John Lennon’s Under-Appreciated Gift
John Lennon is celebrated as a songwriter, icon, and cultural force — but far fewer people talk about his guitar playing, which was essential to the Beatles’ sound.
How Tex‑Mex Shaped the American Sound — And The Quiet Innovator Who Helped Make it Happen
The border‑born Tex Mex sound rewired American music — and Augie Meyers helped make it happen...
Today’s Biggest Music Stage is One You Rarely See
From minstrels in a town square to 45's to MTV to .... sync. How we discover music always changes, and the latest twist is surprising.