The One-Hit Wonder File: “Pop Muzik”
It was an infectious mashup of New Wave, disco, and synth-pop. Have another listen to this 80s hit, and bet you’ll be hearing it all day!
“God Said Give ‘Em Drum Machines”
Although a lot of folks think “Europe” when they hear the word “techno,” its roots are in Motown. A new documentary tells the story.
“Automatic for the People”: R.E.M Comes of Age
In October 1992, R.E.M released “Automatic for the People,” an album showcasing another level of musicianship and emotional depth.
Sonny Rollins: The Voice of Jazz History
Sonny Rollins’ made his first jazz record a year after high school. From then on, he continued to push the boundaries of bebop and more.
“Runaway”: What It Means to Be A Girl
Erin Keane’s new book does a deep dive into notions of girlhood and victimhood through the eyes of her mother’s own child-bride story.