The Surprising Chord That Helped Make “Penny Lane” a Masterpiece
“Penny Lane” is full of inventive twists, starting with this chord. See how Sir Paul wove it together so seamlessly. It’s a master class in composition.
“Chill Music” Makes A Comeback In the Time of COVID-19
In these trying days, we all need as many ways to relax as we can find. No wonder that ambient, “chill” music is making a big comeback.
Staying “Cultured” During COVID-19
Museums, concerts and more are shut down right now. But many world-famous cultural institutions are finding new ways to share their treasures.
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.
Pop Music of the 1950s Was Way Cooler Than You Think
There was certainly a transition in music from the 1950s to the 1960s. But 1950s pop music wasn’t simplistic or sappy as some would have you believe.