Sharing a title with one of Paul’s own paintings, Egypt Station is the first full album of all-new McCartney music since 2013’s international chart-topping NEW. Preceded by two of its tracks just released as double A-sides – plaintive ballad ‘I Don’t Know‘ and raucous stomper ‘Come On To Me‘ – Egypt Station was recorded between Los Angeles, London and Sussex, Read More …
For as long as there have been celebrities, there has been an overwhelming, weird collection of celebrity memorabilia that superfans and collectors simply have to get their hands on. Over the years, people have bought some pretty strange things, from Katy Perry’s trampoline to a lamp that almost burnt down Ozzy Osbourne’s house. Of course, Read More …
Gene Chandler – “Duke of Earl” Al Bundy – “Duke of Earl”
The twist is a dance that was inspired by rock and roll music. It became the first worldwide dance craze in the early 1960s, enjoying immense popularity among young people and drawing fire from critics who felt it was too provocative. It inspired dances such as the Jerk, the Pony, the Watusi, the Mashed Potato, Read More …
Recently, I discovered a lovely documentary that compiles unknown stories of The Beatles. “Beatles Stories” (2011) is a beautiful collection of memories of those who stood besides, behind or on the stage with the Fab Four. One of the stories I deeply enjoyed was about Ringo’s star. It starts like this: Brian Skiff, an astronomer Read More …
I was familiar with Mauri Kunnas’ work long before. Kunnas is, in fact, the bestselling Finnish author and illustrator. Coincidentally, I worked for the publishing house that locally promoted his children’s books. His skilful art, his fabulous sense of humour and delightful stories turned him quickly into one of my favourite authors. Thanks to Otava Read More …
According to “Inside The Songs Of The Sixties” (Brian L. Forsythe), the “Do The Freddie” album, by Freddie and The Dreamers, included foot diagrams from the legendary dance instructor Arthur Murray. So that’s how they got the moves! 🙂
Needless to say, the songs of the sixties are my favourite full-time hobby. Well, it all started when I first began to chase the stories behind The Beatles’ songs. Then there were The Herman’s Hermits, Gerry and The Pacemakers, The Merseybeats, The Beach Boys, The Shirelles and many others’ songs… on repeat when the nights Read More …
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