Ongoing History Daily: The behind the scenes of The Simpsons’ “Homerpalooza” episode
One of the best music-themed episodes of The Simpsons dates back to May 1996 with “Homerpalooza,” which saw Homer became
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Sonic Youth
Random music news for Friday, July 9, 2021
Getting my second shot today! AstraZenca + Pfizer, which is supposed to turn me into Spider-Man. Or The Hulk. I
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Random news for Thursday, July 8, 2021
If you’re still being very careful about wearing a mask, here’s one that takes things to a whole new level.
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Random music news for Monday, June 22, 2020
Because we don’t have enough to worry about, here’s the story of poop plumes. Once you’ve read that, try music
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Who wants to come with me to NYC for a rock’n’roll landmarks tour this spring? Booking deadline is TODAY!
Back in May 2018, I led a great group of people to London for a tour of the city’s rock
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Random music news for Thursday, October 25, 2018
This is my new favourite German word: backpfeifengesicht. It means “punchable face.” and now for music news for October 25, 2018.
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Random music news for Monday, May 21, 2018
Queen Victoria has been dead since 1901, but we’re eternally grateful for this May holiday. She was actually born on
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The Ongoing History of New Music, Episode 812: The 90s Part 2(b): The All-Female and Female-Fronted Bands
During ’67’s Summer of Love, anything seemed possible. Civil rights issues were finally being addressed. There was a feeling that
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Random Music News for Friday, April 28, 2017
Fifty years ago today, Muhammed Ali refused induction into the US Army. He was stripped of his championship and his
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Discuss: 1987 Was the Best Year of the Decade for Album Releases
[Fans of alternative retro, pop gold and classic rock should find plenty to argue about in this post from Chris
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Random Music News for Monday, November 7, 2016
Just one more day to the US election. I know, I know. I wish it could go on longer, too.
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