Chapman & Chinn: A “Knack” for Making Hits
The writing/producing team of Mike Chapman and Nicky Chinn gave us some great glam and New Wave hits. But their partnership was…tricky.
When The Beatles & Stones Were Minor Hitmakers
Before they ruled the world, the Beatles and the Stones were just trying to catch a break — which included writing for other artists.
Jimi Hendrix and “A Day in the Life” – FAQ
When we suggested a Hendrix connection to “A Day in the Life,” you had A LOT to say about it. Here are responses to the most frequent questions/comments.
Appreciating Little Village: A Humble Supergroup
As supergroups go, Little Village is perhaps not fully appreciated. This is in keeping with their self-effacing POV, but it won’t stop us from gushing about them a little.
“1971: The Year That Changed Music”
A new series reveals the extraordinary leap forward that music took in ’71, shaping a host of social issues — and creating iconic songs.