My son wrote an article: today the A Pop Life blog has its 5th anniversary. Thank you Timur for your wonderful story!
Category: Tribute
Jul 01 2021
Thank you all!
5 years A Pop Life! Thanks to everyone involved in making it a huge success. On to the next 5 years A Pop Life!
Jun 24 2021
Joni Mitchell – #Blue50 Twitter message
Joni Mitchell personally addresses the attention Blue has received for the 50th anniversary of that masterpiece.
Jun 10 2021
The 10 best Janet Jackson singles
As a tribute to one the most successful artists of all time, a compilation of the best Janet Jackson singles.
May 26 2021
Miles Davis – An introduction
As a tribute to the greatest jazz musician that has ever lived, the 10 best/most highly recommended albums by Miles Davis.
Apr 21 2021
Prince 1958-2016: 5 years later
How does the A Pop Life Panel view 5 years without Prince? Six personal memories, stories and impressions!
Jun 12 2020
The first posthumous Joy Division release: Love Will Tear Us Apart
In June 1980 Joy Division was no more. Just one month earlier the future seemed bright, but it all changed on May 18th, 1980. The band’s first release since that date was the haunting Love Will Tear Us Apart.
Apr 18 2020
Romanthony – R.Hide In Plain Site
The story on the album R.Hide In Plain Site by Romanthony. A look back and tribute to the career of the original dance producer Romanthony, that was tragically cut short.
Feb 21 2020
Tröckener Kecks, from punk to new wave to rock
Tröckener Kecks was my favorite rock band in the early 1980s to sing in the Dutch language. The story of the Amsterdam band following their discography.
Dec 25 2019
War Is Over (If You Want It)
The iconic poster by John Lennon and Yoko Ono celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Some well deserved attention for an important message.
Sep 23 2019
Bruce Springsteen: 70 years old today!
Bruce Springsteen turned 70 years old today. A tribute to the artist by celebrating the stunningly beautiful Racing In The Street!
Jul 06 2019
The Fatal Flowers were back, for a short while. The story of the best band coming from Holland!
‘Who says the Dutch can’t rock?’ asked Rolling Stone magazine in a rave review for the debut album by Dutch band The Fatal Flowers. Good question. It was the start of a promising career for the best band Holland has ever had.
May 27 2019
5 years ago I witnessed Prince live for the very last time, in Antwerp
5 years ago I witnessed Prince for the very last time in concert, in Antwerp. Once again, it was an unforgettable night in the presence of the genius hailing from Minneapolis. A look back at a fantastic concert!
May 23 2019
The Who’s Tommy: the ultimate childhood sentiment
In 1969 The Who released their rock opera Tommy. It was a major influence in my childhood years and still is a favorite album. A look back.
May 16 2019
The release of the best single of all time: When Doves Cry
In 1984 I was introduced to the true genius of Prince. There is a life before and after When Doves Cry. Tribute to the best single of all time!
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