The Beatles and Black Folks
While Beatlemania seemed to be everywhere, there was one community where it was received with a little less enthusiasm. Our writer explains.
Top 10 Protest Songs from the 1960s
“A Change Is Gonna Come,” “Respect,” and “Give Peace a Chance” weren’t just popular songs. They had a purpose, too.
A Magic Ingredient to the Beatles? Ringo!
It’s hard to pinpoint just why the music of the Beatles always felt so good. Drummer Joe Bellia breaks it down to one word: Ringo!
Get On Up!: TV Dance Shows of the Past
TV sets and popular music were a match made in dance heaven. Some were more popular than others. And some were just…cringey.
Maceo Parker: 8 of His Best Performances
Maceo Parker has been a fixture on some of the biggest hits of our time. On the occasion of his birthday, we look at eight big ones.