The One-Hit Wonder File: “Couldn’t Get It Right”
Their song, “Couldn’t Get It Right,” became a big hit — but it also kicked off tensions that would shake things up in the Climax Blues Band.
The History of “St. James Infirmary Blues”
Louis Armstrong popularized this song in the ’20s, but it has a long history both prior…and after. We follow the trail of a classic.
“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.
Sam Cooke’s “Portrait of A Legend: 1951-1964”
From “Twisting the Night Away” to “A Change Is Gonna Come,” a new collection captures the wide-ranging genius of Sam Cooke.
William Shatner Sings “The Blues”
William Shatner has played a lot of roles, including singer. His blues album features guests like Ritchie Blackmore and Steve Cropper.