Busking Archives - Alan Cross' A Journal of Musical Things

Dave Grohl spent 4/20 busking in Seattle

One of the great gathering places in Seattle is the Pike Place Market. Yesterday (April 20), people looking for fresh

On this day in 1969, Hells Angels security people murdered a concert-goer during a set by the Rolling Stones at

Pearl Jam may be from Seattle, but Eddie Vedder’s baseball heart will always belong to his beloved Chicago Cubs. He’ll

A French startup called Obilab has come up with something for drummers who want an easier way to haul their

If you’re a busker (or if you just like to take your electric guitar camping), you’ll know how cumbersome it

May 5, 2015 Alan Cross 0 Comments Busking, New York, U2

Did the Edge have his guitar case out? Did anyone throw in a few coins? Click on the image to

Liv Gain was just trying to add a little music into the lives of people heading into a Giant Tiger

Yes, it’s a commercial for an insurance company, but if you don’t tear up, then maybe there’s something wrong. It

Don’t let this stuff slip past you. Remember that lawsuit between the Beastie Boys and Goldiebox over the use of

He’s been doing this for years. Watch Bono and buddy Glen Hansard busk from last night. Thanks to Alan for

The Licensing Game – Jim Neish in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 023 March 2, 2021
The penultimate sign of fandom, is a team’s jersey. Over the years, the role of the jersey in a team or league’s business has risen to the point where in some leagues it is by far one of the most valuable assets, at least on the team side. Around the world leagues differ in how […]
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Making an Impact, Together! – Kate McKenna & Donnovan Bennett in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 022 February 22, 2021
Personality, intelligence, and work ethic can take you a long way in life. In the media business, however, these traits are simply not enough. Not only will you have to sacrifice to make your dreams come true, but those closest to you will have to share that commitment and all that comes with it. Now […]
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Chasing a Dream – Keith Pelley in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 021 February 8, 2021
From a young hotshot TV producer to one of the world’s top sports executives, Keith Pelley continues to chase his dreams. As Keith puts it, “life is about adventures”, and what an epic one he’s been on, culminating with the European Golf Tour where he’s now CEO and Commissioner. In this episode Keith shares stories […]
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