70's music Archives

by John Visconti February 5, 2020 Comments6

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A “Losst” Harry Nilsson Treasure

Harry Nilsson was a favorite of the Beatles. A newly-released album, recorded before his death shelved the project, recalls his quirky genius.

by John Visconti January 31, 2020 Comments3

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“If I Were A Carpenter”: An Unlikely Tribute Album

Alternative acts from the 90s covering the songs of The Carpenters? You’d be surprised what’s revealed on “If I Were A Carpenter.”

by Sharon Oliver January 13, 2020 Comments2

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Remembering Teddy Pendergrass (And What’s Next…)

We lost Teddy Pendergrass a decade ago. His brilliant music lives on — and a new movie about his complex life is in the works.

by Marybeth Connaughton June 4, 2019 Comments0

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The Police: “Everyone Stares”

Stewart Copeland of The Police turned his camera on the band. The result is a great documentary about the rise of one of the best bands of the 70s/80s.

by Eoghan Lyng February 4, 2019 Comments6

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Catching Up With The Jam’s Rick Buckler

The Jam remains one of the definitive bands of the “Mod” and punk scenes. In this interview with drummer Rick Buckler, we get his take on their songwriting, his books — and the spin-off band keeping those hit songs alive.