Alan Freed & Dick Clark: Two Stories, One Scandal
Disc jockey Alan Freed has long been the “face” of the 50s Payola Scandal. But it nearly engulfed another icon, too. How did their two stories differ?
A New Box Set Celebrates Sam Cooke
Sam Cooke ranks among the top singers of all time. An upcoming box set captures his early genius — snuffed out too soon.
The Staple Singers’ Soulful Sounds On Stax
Combine Stax Records and The Staple Singers, and you get a box set that captures the group at their zenith.
Martin Kemp: Life After Spandau Ballet
Martin Kemp was part of Spandau Ballet, one of the 80s biggest acts. Now that his kids have flown the coop, he has a new second act.
That Time When A Teen Filled In for Keith Moon
You’re just chillin’ in the front row at a Who concert when Destiny shows up. And puts you behind Keith Moon’s drum kit. This really happened.