1988: Rap’s Golden Year
1988 showcased Public Enemy, MC Lyte, Eric B and Rakim, De La Soul in all their glory. So let’s revisit a time when the rhymes blasting out of boom-boxes were the keys to the culture.
David Bowie Is…So Worth Visiting
His early journals, actual costumes, even a stray coke spoon bring you close again to the late David Bowie. In a nutshell, the Brooklyn Museum’s “David Bowie Is…” exhibition proves a worthy tribute to one cultural icon who never stopped exploring.
Enjoying Ray LaMontagne: Such a Simple Thing
He’s been compared to Otis Redding and Joe Cocker but this talented singer-songwriter has an incomparable style unique to him, one that’s been honed during his popular live sets. These six songs are a great intro to Ray LaMontagne.
The 10 Best ELO Songs You May Have Never Heard
ELO married rock to classical, and created seriously innovative music. You may remember hits like “Telephone Line” but you should also check out lesser-known tracks like “Sweet Is the Night” and “Mister Kingdom” to get the full picture.
Elvis Presley in the 1970s: Pure Gold
Sure, Elvis set the rock n’ roll world afire in the ‘50s but his career was still kicking in the 1970s with covers of “You Don’t Need to Say You Love Me,” “I Really Don’t Want to Know,” and “I’ve Lost You.” Check out our full list of The King’s gold records from that decade.