Fun fact: The most-played songs on British radio and TV through the 2010s
With everything we’re going through, the 2010s feels like a century ago. In reality, though, it’s been a little more
Read more
UK
Here’s how tour buses can help fight coronavirus
Since musicians can’t tour right now, there are big buses and vans just sitting idle. Why not put some of
Read more
These were the top-selling vinyl records of the 2010s in the UK
Vinyl’s resurrection began with the establishment of Record Store Day in 2008. The venerable old format (est. c.1900) has seen
Read more
HMV thrown a last-second lifeline and is safe. For now.
It looked grim for HMV UK just a few days ago when it appeared the chain was doomed to a
Read more
Canada must start recognizing more of its musical heritage
[This was my weekly column for GlobalNews.ca – AC] Anyone who has walked through London, England, knows that history lurks
Read more
UK Rock’n’Roll Landmarks Tour, Day 7 (Friday, May 18)
Another day at leisure for the group, so everyone scattered to enjoy various areas of London before a farewell dinner.
Read more
UK Rock’n’Roll Landmarks Tour, Day 6 (Thursday, May 17)
A light day today with just one formal visit. Handel and Hendrix Museum, 25 Brook Street, London We began with
Read more
Time for another musician “rich list.” Who in the UK and Ireland made what?
The Sunday Times of London likes to snoop around the finances of the rich and famous, turning in a rich
Read more
Random Music News for Friday, December 22, 2017
Good news! The days are now getting longer! Summer is now on the way. As you ponder that, here’s the
Read more
WOMAD 2017 – A Bigger/Better Physics Pavilion
The World of Music, Arts and Dance (WOMAD) Festival is a big event that brings together all sorts of creativity
Read more
What are the Hometowns of Britain’s Biggest Rock Bands?
Here’s a fascinating illustration of British music, courtesy Cameron Gordon of Completely Ignored. He took a look at the 100
Read more