The Golden Age of the Novelty Song
Between Elvis’ induction into the Army and Beatlemania, there was a period where novelty songs reigned supreme. What was their particular appeal?
“Sukiyaki” – A Cross-Cultural Pop Breakthrough
“Sukiyaki,” the 60s Asian hit, broke barriers in more than one way. How did it influence other cross-cultural pop songs in future years?
Bob Dylan & Sam Cooke: Their Intersection
At first glance, you wouldn’t link Bob Dylan and Sam Cooke. Yet, there’s a through-line between two of their most popular songs.
Los Saicos: Was the First Punk Band from Peru?
Long before Iggy Pop, Los Saicos was shredding it up in the 60s. Learn why some feel the first true punk band was from Peru.
