In 1985 The Waterboys released their third album, This Is The Sea. The album was supposed to deliver on the promise the band had made. Did they succeed?
Sep 10 2020
Kiss makes it big time with Alive!
Early 1975 Kiss and Casablanca had their backs against the wall. Bankruptcy was just around the corner. The band took their last chance with both hands. The gamble paid off, Alive! became a huge success and the band’s career was saved. The story of a double live album that changed everything.
Aug 31 2020
Bob Dylan – The 10 best albums
Finally, an overview of Bob Dylan’s best albums. Even though I don’t listen to him very often, Dylan is and always will be required listening for every music lover. His best 10!
Aug 21 2020
Prince and the failed movie adventure, the story of Graffiti Bridge
In 1990 Prince released Graffiti Bridge, the album and the movie. Billed as a sequel to Purple Rain, the movie was a huge failure. The music was fine though. A look back!
Aug 12 2020
The Family, the ultimate Prince satellite project
In 1985 The Family, a Prince sattelite act, released their debut. The album was and is a great example of the crossroads Prince found himself at. Impressive and innovative!
Aug 07 2020
Deee-Lite’s Groove Is In the Heart
On August 7th, 1990, Deee-Lite debuted with their stunning World Clique album. It contained one of the biggest hits of the decade: Groove Is In The Heart. A look back.
Jul 28 2020
Zapp, revolutionary electro funk pioneers
On July 28th, 1980, the influential electro funk band Zapp released their debut album. More Bounce To The Ounce was the start of an interesting and tragic career.
Jul 22 2020
Lianne La Havas (by guest author Timur)
My 11 year old son is crazy about Lianne La Havas’ music. So much so that he wrote a story about her on his blog. He luckily agreed to publsih it here as well. Have fun!
Jul 18 2020
Joy And Pain, the story of Maze
In 1980 Maze release their fourth album, the exquisite Joy And Pain. A look back at the album and the career of Maze featuring Frankie Beverly!
Jul 13 2020
Live Aid, the day the world cared (and wanted to see music)
On July 13th, 1985, the most important and impressive concert of the 1980s took place in London and Philadephia: the benefit concert Live Aid. A look back.
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