U2’s “Unforgettable Fire”: A Turning Point
For their fourth album, U2 channeled deeper aspects of both America and their native Ireland. It proved one of their most interesting.
What is “Japanese Ambient Music”? A Primer
There’s an intriguing (and far richer) backstory to that music you might hear in your local yoga studio. A new compilation sheds light on the complex influences rooted in Japan.
Roxy Music: Britain’s Ultimate Art School Band
Bryan Ferry’s smooth vocals for Roxy Music were a powerful counterweight to the era’s screechier hard-rock sound.
Soundtracks That Rock: “Trainspotting”
Brian Eno, Pulp, and Underworld are a few of the musical artists behind the vibe of Danny Boyle’s heroin-and-hustle film set in working-class Scotland. Oh, and Ewan McGregor helped some, too!
