The Invisible New York Session Players
The Wrecking Crew. The Funk Brothers. These session player groups made names for themselves outside of New York, but NYC had its own players and sound.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Play That Funky Music”
“Play That Funky Music” by Wild Cherry remains one of the defining (and most infectious) hits of the 70s. We dig into the back story.
Six Ingredients for the “Perfect” Hit Song
The perfect hit song is equal parts magic, timing — and more than a few scientific ingredients. We break it down (to the degree that it can be).
Curtis Mayfield’s “Never Say You Can’t Survive” – A Lost Gem
The advent of disco sent soul/funk genius Curtis Mayfield in another direction. We revisit one of his overlooked ’70s gems.
