Rob Sheffield’s “Heartbreak is the National Anthem”
A new book about Taylor Swift delves deep into the many layers of her music and influence on a wide variety of Swifties.
“Abbey Road”: George and Ringo Have the Last Word
“Abbey Road” is an album of layers. Fifty-five years after its release, our author looks at the two members who carried it.
“A Women’s History of the Beatles”: Thrilling, Never Prurient
Beyond the screaming girls, the Beatles had a strong support system from women – and influenced women of all ages in surprising ways.
“Janis: Her Life and Music”: Revisiting A Legend
Janis Joplin’s life burned hot and fast. A new biography digs deep into the things that made her an enduring figure of 60s counterculture and music.
What the Monkees Meant to the Youngest Boomers
Today in 1966, “The Monkees” debuted on TV. Here’s a thoughtful reflection on how the “pre-Fab Four” impacted a generation.