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Sparks’ Glittery Trail of Pop Gems
Pete Townshend, David Bowie, and even Edith Piaf have inspired Ron and Russell Mael. If you haven’t sampled their brand of quirky pop yet, here are seven tracks to get you hooked.
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Pete Townshend, David Bowie, and even Edith Piaf have inspired Ron and Russell Mael. If you haven’t sampled their brand of quirky pop yet, here are seven tracks to get you hooked.
John Cale and Todd Rundgren each had their own careers, but -- as producers --they also worked their magic on several memorable debut albums.
Russell and Ron Mael have been a go-to for artists ranging from John Lennon to Beck and more. A new documentary traces Sparks' quirky appeal.
Sparks remain one of the quirkier sibling pop duos. Their new album showcases the infectious hooks the Mael brothers are known for.