Carrie Brownstein Archives - Alan Cross' A Journal of Musical Things

Coldplay held a “press conference” for their new album. It’s not what you expect

Coldplay has a new album–their first in four years–coming November 22. Naturally, there’s a lot of pre-releasing hype underway. That

It’s been a rough decade for the electric guitar. Sales of new instruments have dropped by a third from 1.5

It’s Martin Luther King Day in the US. Canadians could use a stat right about now, don’t you think? Any

On this day in 1962, the Cuban Missile Crisis came to an end. Phew. Meanwhile, in music news… Rush’s Neil

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 […]
Mark Silver
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 […]
Mark Silver
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 […]
Mark Silver