Soundtracks that Rock: “Do the Right Thing”
Spike Lee underscored the drama in “Do the Right Thing” by layering the music of Public Enemy, Steel Pulse and E.U. atop a sweltering summer backdrop. He also broadened the appeal of hip-hop and New Jack Swing in the process.
Punk and Play-Doh? Perfect!
Our conversation with Anny Yi gets the backstory on how she created icons like Iggy Pop and the Ramones
Punk Rock Docs Worth Watching: The Ramones, The Circle Jerks, Pussy Riot
Mosh pits, heroin and performances in a church… just a few of the truly punk moments captured in these raw documentaries. From Dee Dee Ramone’s last days, to the revolving lineup of Circle Jerks, to the protest-art of Pussy Riot, prepare to start pogo’ing.
Country Joe & The Fish: Riding Waves of Electrical Sound
Joe McDonald’s affair with Janis Joplin was brief but his contributions to pop have lasted a long time because of tunes such as “Thursday,” “Death Sound Blues,” and “Rock and Soul Music.”
Upstream Dollars: Streaming Music and a Living Wage
Someone who’s worked on “living wage” issues turns his attention to musicians. How can you support them, and still enjoy the instant gratification of Spotify, Apple, Amazon and Tidal?