Remembering Wendy O. Williams
A fearless artist who chainsawed guitars and defied every expectation, Wendy O. Williams refused to play nice. And played louder because of it. In this riveting chronicle by Bill Bois, we follow her through performance art, punk provocation, personal pain, and a legacy no one else could’ve written.
My Album Milestone Playlist
To celebrate a certain zero-year birthday, Rollerboogie created this wild and wonderful musical time capsule: 60 albums, one per year, no repeats – and not a single “greatest hits” collection in the bunch. It’s a life-mixtape of memories, eccentric gems, and pure sonic joy.
Songs That Absolutely Nail The Long Instrumental Coda
In this witty and wide-ranging playlist ruleset breakdown, our music obsessive friend Stobgopper creates a rulebook for the perfect outro… and the comment section subsequently breaks every rule. …t’s part playlist, part manifesto, and all joy for anyone who loves when a song refuses to end quietly.
A sweet memoir reveals the intricate planning behind a surprise 60th birthday party at Raleigh’s beloved Irregardless Café. Contributing Author Chuck Small shares the joys and challenges of obfuscating for the greater good – proving that the best gifts come wrapped in love and careful orchestration.
Deconstructing Trey Edward Shults’ Lynchian Vision
Our Contributing Author and Film Expert Cappie The Dog dissects the complex relationship between Pauline Kael’s visceral film appreciation and Andrew Sarris’ auteur theory through the lens of Trey Edward Shults’ haunting family drama KRISHA. An incisive analysis that reveals how contemporary filmmakers channel David Lynch’s surreal DNA while crafting their own distinct cinematic voices.
It’s The Hits Of June-ish 1955!
It ain’t a shame: Contributing Author DJ Professor Dan takes us back to June 1955, to a song from an obscure prison movie that became a cultural phenomenon, dominated the Top Ten, and for good measure, hits from The Candy and The Fat Men, respectively.
Why Does A 20-Second Network Programming Promo From 1996 Make Me Laugh?
The Dana Carvey Show was cancelled after just seven episodes, but one disastrous ABC promo lives on as comedy gold. Watch comedy legends completely lose it over the most tone-deaf TV cross-promotion ever made.
The Life And Legacy Of Leo Fender
Contributing Author Bill Bois reveals the fascinating paradox of Leo Fender – a man who transformed popular music forever despite never learning to play the instruments he created. From a farm boy tinkering with radio parts to the genius behind the Telecaster and Stratocaster, this is the story of how pure innovation and relentless curiosity built the foundation of modern music.
TV Theme Songs of the 1970s -Ranked
It’s a listicle love letter to the golden age of television intros—where every theme was a banger, and every episode began with soul, funk, and heart. Contributing Author rollerboogie curates this joyful countdown of the most unforgettable TV theme songs from the ’70s.
Behind the Scenes of Top Of The Pops
Prepare to relive the golden days when Top of the Pops ruled UK music TV – and sometimes made you wonder if the musicians were actually playing or just really committed to their miming skills. From darts champs crashing the background to dolphins on bass, Contributing Author JJ Live At Leeds providers the nostalgic trip with all the quirks and charm you didn’t know you missed.
I loved the Conan O'Brien show but was no longer watching when this whole Leno flap went down. I followed…
I second that endorsement for Summer Samba as a wild card, Link. Over 3 million views on YouTube ain't bad,…
I know we all see Bobby Goldsboro's name and cringe, but that song "Summer (The First Time)" is gorgeous, even…
One of my favorite Beach Boys hits, for sure.
These are getting funnier, mt58! I didn't appreciate Conan as much as I should have back in the day. His…