Brian Wilson Does…Rap?
The genius of Brian Wilson is far from the first thing you think of when you think of rap and hip-hop. But yes, he gave it a shot.
The Rise and Fall of the Charity Single
It started with Band Aid, then “We Are The World.” Soon after, charity singles were released for different causes, for better or worse.
As American As Swedish Raggare
American rockabilly exploded in Europe — especially Sweden. The impact filtered into their culture in unexpected ways.
“Seven Nation Army” As Jock Jam
The memorable riff of “Seven Nation Army” makes it a perfect anthem for sports fans. And it all started with a soccer match.
The Greatest Rock Star You (Probably) Never Knew
“Sacre bleu!” He was called “the French Elvis” but Johnny Hallyday never quite got the global “amour” he deserved.