Freddie Mercury Archives - Alan Cross' A Journal of Musical Things

No, Kanye. Just…no. Leave Freddie Mercury alone

Kanye has stated that he’s the greatest artist that’s every lived. This video might offer evidence to the contary. View

Back in the home office after two weeks. But I don’t know why I bothered to unpack because I’m gone

Freddie Mercury had one of the greatest voices in the history of rock. In fact, scientists and otolaryngologists–ear, nose, and

A long-haul trip home today: SIN-HKG-YYZ. Shouldn’t take more than 23 hours or so. But before I left, I had

Back in 1985, Freddie Mercury held a 39th birthday for himself in Munich. Cameras were rolling and some of the

Although Freddie continues to remain dead, he does have a song for us. This lost track made its appearance today.

Canadian Marc Martel, a former member of a Christian rock band, sounds a LOT like Freddie Mercury. And today, as

I think I have cholera. Or typhoid. Maybe some kind of e.coli issue. Whatever the case, stay away from me

One day, we’ll turn on the news and not hear anything about Donald Trump. One day… Meanwhile, here’s music news

I wonder what kind of week Donald Trump is going to have. He’s gotta be stressed. Meanwhile, here’s some music

For many, Tuesday is the worst day of the week. If you’re in that crowd, take a look at this

Born into the Beautiful Game – James Easton in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 017 January 13, 2021
The Easton family has played a vital role in shaping the North American soccer landscape for almost 50 years. In the early 70’s, Jim Easton Sr. uprooted his family from Scotland to take the job as the inaugural head coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps. Over his time in the role, Jim and his family fell […]
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In Search of a Digital Media Business Model – Chris Skinner in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 016 December 26, 2020
Traditional media businesses have long struggled to realize the opportunity with digital. Giving away free ad-supported content has backfired with Facebook and Google now controlling the relationship with the audience and all their associated behavioural data and preferences. What has emerged, thanks to Netflix, is that people will pay for good content, which is really […]
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Leadership Born on the Pitch – Eva Havaris in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 015 December 15, 2020
Being a truly great leader is not about title or tenure. Regardless of seniority, natural-born leaders rise above obstacles to influence those around them and rally around a common goal. Eva Havaris has been that kind of leader from a young age, first on the pitch and later in the boardroom. In this episode, Eva […]
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