RIP Chuck Barris! One of the wackiest but most imaginative minds in show business has died of natural causes at the age of 87. As Variety reports: His autobiography, “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind,” was made into a film directed… Read More ›
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Amazing Gonzo TV! The Legendary Hunter S. Thompson / Keith Richards Interview!
Immortal Words From The Legendary Hunter S. Thompson! It’s one of his most famous quotes, and it sums up the majestic insanity that was Hunter S. Thompson. And wait until you see what I found – his bizarre interview with… 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 ›
“Straight Time!” Dustin Hoffman’s Gritty Gem! 5 Great ’70’s Cult Crime Classics!
Dustin Hoffman Gets Gritty! You may know Dustin Hoffman for a lot of great movie roles, but I bet you don’t know him as a hardened ex-con trying to do his “Straight Time! “Straight Time” is a neglected gem –… Read More ›
Todd Rundgren “Healing!” Hypnotic Masterpiece! One Of The First MTV Music Videos!
“Listen, listen Listen to the voice, The voice is an illusion Listen to the voice, Don’t let the words confuse you ’cause you need something to concentrate on, Concentrate on me You need something to meditate on, Meditate on me”… Read More ›
Paul McCartney’s Submerged “Off The Ground!” A Neglected Macca Gem!
Kick Up Your Heels For Paul McCartney! Time to kick off your shoes and celebrate a neglected gem of an album – Paul McCartney’s “Off The Ground!” McCartney’s Forgotten “Off The Ground!” Hardcore Paul McCartney fans know and love all… Read More ›
Classic 80’s Brit Pop “Animal-Style”! Flock Of Seagulls! Adam Ant! Bow Wow Wow!
“Unplug the jukebox, and do us all a favor… that music’s lost its taste so try another flavor…” Time To Rock Your Hair Off! Time to return to a time when music had synthesizers, wild wild hair and a distinctly… Read More ›
Glenn Frey’s Greatest Eagles Song! “Lyin’ Eyes”! The True Story!
A Tribute To These “Lyin’ Eyes…” As the music world mourns the loss of founding Eagles member Glenn Frey, great stories are emerging about some of the songs he wrote. My friend Alison Martino shared one of the best: a… Read More ›
Cooking With Julia Child! A Tasty Museum Treat! Washington DC History Comes Alive!
Grab A Bite With Julia Child! She may no longer be with us, but Julia Child is still entertaining us! Julia cooked in this kitchen….and you can see it up close! It’s time for a tasty treat for foodies! Welcome… Read More ›
David Bowie Meets Queen! The Brilliant Wine-Fuelled Madness Of “Under Pressure!”
The True Story About A Brilliant Musical Mashup! David Bowie Sings With Freddie Mercury! In looking back at David Bowie’s incredible career, there is one very unique song he wrote – or co-wrote that is! It’s one of music’s best-loved… Read More ›
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