Beyonce’ Is Shaking Up Country Music
Beyonce’ has created buzz with her #1 single on the Country charts. But her path to that place isn’t as unusual as it might appear.
John Denver: Dig Him Or Diss Him?
With his sincere grin and folky songs, John Denver became a huge 70s star. So why is he still given short shrift?
Paul Simon: America’s Most Intelligent Songwriter
From his folky days to his dive into world music, Paul Simon has always written compelling lyrics that speak to generations.
Trini Lopez: The Most Important Man In Rock ‘n Roll?
His blend of Mexican music and rockabilly — plus his refusal to hide his background — made Trini Lopez a pioneer in more ways than one.
The History of “St. James Infirmary Blues”
Louis Armstrong popularized this song in the ’20s, but it has a long history both prior…and after. We follow the trail of a classic.