1978: Herman Brood makes two great rock records in 1 year! Shpritsz and Cha Cha are among the very best that Dutch rock ‘n roll has ever produced. 40 years ago Herman Brood took The Netherlands by storm. A look back on a true phenomenon!
Category: Tribute
Mar 30 2018
Paradiso, the most beautiful concert venue turns 50
Paradiso, the ultimate concert venue of The Netherlands and surrounding countries of the world, turns 50 years old. A look back on its rich history and a tribute to 50 years of pop music in Amsterdam.
Nov 30 2017
Mama, 1943 – 2012
Five years ago today, my mother passed away. Too young, too soon and completely unexpected.
Nov 17 2017
Peter Tosh – Equal Rights
In 1977 Peter Tosh releases his second solo-album. It is highly successful. Equal Rights is a political album and a classic with reggae. A look back.
Nov 12 2017
Mick Karn – Titles
Mick Karn’s first solo-album coincided with the unfortunate disintegration of Japan. Karn makes his bass talk on the album and that makes for an astounding result.
Oct 03 2017
Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers – The Live Anthology
As a tribute to Tom Petty who passed away yesterday at the age of 66, a short biography and review of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers – The Live Anthology.
Sep 29 2017
The best Rolling Stones singles
The World’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band: The Rolling Stones. So much great music. A selection of the 10 best singles. A tribute to The Rolling Stones
Aug 25 2017
What Time Is It? The Story Of The Time
The Time: the most beloved, well-known and popular Prince satellite act. In 1982 they released their best album What Time Is It?. Looking back on The Time.
Aug 11 2017
Vanity 6: sex sells, or something more?
In 1982 the album by Vanity 6 was released. 35 years ago Prince’s second satellite act was launched. Is it just about the lingerie or is there more? A look back.
Aug 05 2017
Marilyn Monroe, after 55 years still ‘forever young’
Marilyn Monroe and music. Do the two go together? A (small) inquiry and the tale of her one and only musical tour in Korea 1954.
Jun 01 2017
Advertising 1967, 1987 & 2017: The Beatles – Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band
On June 1st 1967 (50 years ago) The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band was released. A highlight in the history of (pop)music history. It’s definitely not the best Beatles album, but it is their best-known.
May 16 2017
Chuck Brown & the history of go-go
Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers: the history of a man, a band and eventually a complete genre. Go-go and Washington D.C.
Apr 21 2017
Prince – One year later…
One year ago the musical genius Prince passed away. What has happened since then? What will become of his vast musical archive. A look back.
Mar 27 2017
Prince is victorious (once again) with Sign O’ The Times
On March 27th 1987 I bought Sign O’ The Times, again a kaleidoscopic album. The genius of the musical whirlwind from Minneapolis seemed limitless. And after 9 months he came to Europe again! New band, new look, new tour. A look back at one of the many highlights in Prince’s career.
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