Author: Anthony Arrieta

"Jewish by faith, Mexican by nationality, Canadian state-of-mind; has written for places like Cracked and publishes original fiction on his Wattpad account. Still trying to sell his ideas to TV networks, and almost made it a couple of times". https://www.wattpad.com/user/AnthonyTesla

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by Anthony Arrieta April 11, 2022 Comments14

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The Carpenters and The Weirdest Cover Song Ever

As musical trends changed, The Carpenters took a risk and covered an odd song choice. Actually, it kinda works.

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by Anthony Arrieta March 25, 2022 Comments0

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The Scorpions’ “Wind of Change” Then…and Now

“Wind of Change” was written during a period of massive change in Eastern Europe. How does it resonate right now?

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by Anthony Arrieta June 8, 2020 Comments5

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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?

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by Anthony Arrieta March 7, 2020 Comments8

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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.

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by Anthony Arrieta March 1, 2020 Comments3

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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.