Music History

Interesting Article: When Words Sold Music

Be honest: how carefully do you really listen to lyrics? I mean really listen. There was a time not long ago when lyrical ability was a major selling point for music. The Atlantic explores this in an article entitled “When Words Sold Music.” It’ll get you thinking.

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Alan Cross

is an internationally known broadcaster, interviewer, writer, consultant, blogger and speaker. In his 40+ years in the music business, Alan has interviewed the biggest names in rock, from David Bowie and U2 to Pearl Jam and the Foo Fighters. He’s also known as a musicologist and documentarian through programs like The Ongoing History of New Music.

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