“I loved that record because it was so simple. And there was so much to see and to hear. It was just Paul. There was no adornment at all … There was no attempt made to compete with the things… Read More ›
British Cinema
Living In Paradise – With Cannibals! Incredible “Faraway” South Seas Adventures!
Step Into Paradise! Welcome to paradise! To me, this picture captures perfectly what life would be like in a tropical paradise – a fantasy escape that most can only dream about… Could I live here forever? Who knows – BUT… Read More ›
Long Live Queen! Bohemian Rhapsody! David Bowie! Star Wars! Queen’s Musical Journey!
“Is This The Real Life? Is This Just Fantasy?” The opening line from one of the greatest rock songs of all time…from a band who was once hugely under appreciated and now is known as one of the greatest of… Read More ›
RIP Anita Pallenberg – Muse To The Rolling Stones! Star Of Mick Jagger’s Naked “Performance!” Keith Richards Girlfriend Feud…
RIP Anita Pallenberg! Sad news: Anita Pallenberg, the actress and model who was a style icon and “It Girl” of the 1960s and ’70s, has died at the age of 73…Pallenberg was credited as the muse of The Rolling Stones… Read More ›
Paul McCartney Meets Elvis Costello! Raucous Macca Ensues On “Flowers In The Dirt!”
Paul McCartney Meets Elvis Costello! “Flowers In The Dirt!” McCartney’s 80’s Collaborative Gem! I have been looking back at Paul McCartney’s music – and every album is full of great musical surprises….like Elvis Costello! Playing In “The Dirt!” Here’s the… Read More ›
RIP Olivia Hussey…From “Black Christmas” To “Naked” Turkey Shoots – An Appreciation…
RIP Olivia Hussey… Very sad news to report: acclaimed Actress Olivia Hussey died at the age of 73…her family reported the news without giving a cause of death. Here is an appreciation I shared of this iconic Artist: Hollywood is… Read More ›
An “Exploitation Primer”! Your Guide To The World Of Classic Cult “Spoitation” Genres! Cult Movies To Make You Blush!
Say Hello To The Face Of Exploitation Cinema! Someone asked me to explain the phenomenon of exploitation cinema – an era from the late 60’s to the mid-80’s when movies pushed boundaries and broke taboos…and resulted in some of the… Read More ›
Thumbs Up! Knives Out! Cult Classic “Hitchhiking” Exploitation!
Ever Wanted To “Take To The Road?” It’s the favorite mode of transportation for the young and free – stick your thumb out and see the world! Well, that doesn’t sound nice! You see, life “on the road” isn’t all… Read More ›
Billy Idol’s “Rebel Yell!” Adam Sandler’s “Wedding Singer” Cameo! Why Billy Idol Matters!
“Rebel Yell” Indeed! “The Wedding Planner”! Why Billy Idol Matters! It’s more than just the music – it’s the sneer, the swagger, the “Billy Idol-ness” of him – it’s time to remind you why Billy Idol matters! Billy Idol has… Read More ›
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