Blood, Sweat, and Tears
A rock band blackmailed by the US State Department into performing concerts behind the Iron Curtain? It’s not fiction, it’s the story told in “What The Hell Happened To Blood, Sweat & Tears?” Here’s my review.
Sinead O’Connor Was Right
Upon hearing of her death at 56, my reflections on her appearance on “Saturday Night Live” in 1993 and the backlash her tearing up the Pope’s picture caused.
Tony Bennett
In honor of the legendary singer, who has just died at 96, here’s a piece I wrote September 20, 2015, after seeing him in concert.
Stevie Nicks Hits 75
In honor of Stevie Nicks celebrating her 75th birthday today, here’s what I wrote after seeing her in concert in 2017 (plus the pretzel story!).
Tina Goes Deep and High
In honor of the late Tina Turner, here is one of the best versions she ever did of “River Deep, Mountain High.” What a performer.
Vinyl Edition
For about three decades, I had a semi-regular guest on my radio show who appraised old vinyl albums on the air. His visits were hugely popular, and he’s still at it. Here’s the story.