Lester Bangs and His Millenium Moment
Legendary, cantankerous critic Lester Bangs wrote some of the most insightful pieces on rock music. A new documentary invites a revisit of his work.
A New Doc Asks, Who Killed Brian Jones?
The death of Brian Jones in 1969 was tragic, and surrounded by mystery. A recent documentary explores this sad chapter in rock history.
George Harrison and “Handmade Films”
When George Harrison stepped in to finance Python’s “Life of Brian,” Handmade Films was born – and went on to deliver many quirky (and classic) movies.
The Untold Story of the Beatles’ Desegregation Rider
During a historic 1964 tour, the Beatles played an important role in America’s new push to end segregation. One more example of the power of music.
Bill Kirchen Celebrates “The Proper Years”
Bill Kirchen’s smokin’ guitar work on the 70s classic, “Hot Rod Lincoln” is his best-known. But 50 years on, it’s far from his only stellar performance.