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Contributing Author and Historian Bill Bois revisits a forgotten victory, one fought not with torpedoes or tanks, but with chalk lines on the floorboards. It’s a story of intellect over instinct, and of a handful of women who used strategy, not strength, to turn the tide at sea.
Not traditionally handsome. Not polished. And at first glance, entirely unforgettable: But Joey Ramone proved that charm isn’t a face, it’s a presence. Contributing Author Bill Bois dives into classic duets from Punk’s dorkiest hero, who still had everyone swooning from the hey, ho get-go..
What recordings—musical or otherwise—should be preserved as part of the nation’s collective memory? In this sharp and entertaining roundup, Contributing Author Ozmoe makes the case for 30 recordings—from “As Time Goes By” to “Uptown Funk”—that prove culture, history, and rhythm are inseparable.
From subversive street art to international tourist sensation, Contributing Author and Historian Bill “Virgindog” Bois introduces us to the dwarf statues of Wrocław, and traces a winding path through protest, humor, and community pride
A century ago, Bessie Smith and Louis Armstrong gave us the ultimate blues track—and this lovingly researched deep-dive from Contributing Author DJ Professor Dan explains why “St. Louis Blues” is still the essential listen of the 1920s.
From Hawaiian lap steels to the world’s first electric bass guitar, one man’s impact on modern music was revolutionary—even if few people know his name.
Contributing Author and Historian Bill “Virgindog” Bois tells the story of Paul Tutmarc in this latest episode of Musical Inventors
Radio has always been in flux, shifting with trends, ownership, and public taste. From ocean waves to baseball field chaos, Contributing Author rollerboogie brings us a look at how stations change, and the lasting impact they leave behind
In times of crisis, true leaders emerge from the unlikeliest places. When the MTS Oceanos began to sink, musician Moss Hills stepped up, guiding passengers to safety in an extraordinary act of heroism. His selflessness not only saved lives but also cemented his place in maritime history as a beacon of courage.
Contributing Author and historian Bill Bois tells the story of how a misspelled surname became a household word for collective resistance against injustice
It’s another another fun and historical ride, this time to WW II Europe, with Contributing Author Blossom W. (ALERT: Incoming Pun:) “You’ll bearly believe this, but”