The Other Side of the Pen: Songs About Songwriters
For many songwriters, inspiration strikes in the form of…another songwriter. Here are some who turned the tables on a hero or colleague.
Joni Mitchell’s “Ladies of the Canyon” At 50: A Different Voice
Joni Mitchell is marking the 50th of one of her most influential albums, “Ladies of the Canyon.” It spoke to women (and all of us) in a very particular way.
The Top 5 Dylan Covers by The Hollies
The British pop group put their own unique spin on some of Bob Dylan’s most popular tunes.
The Hollies: Talent, Turmoil and Tenacity
You know hits like “Bus Stop” and “Long Cool Woman” but you probably don’t know their VERY complicated back-story.
How “Girls” Helped Me Rediscover Joni Mitchell
Mitchell’s “Court and Spark” (1974) popped up recently on the HBO series “Girls.” Listening to it again leads to surprising finds.