Posts Tagged ‘music’
Bob Marley and The Wailers: The Capitol Session ’73 Review: A Glimpse at the Legend on the Cusp of Fame
This restored footage gives historical context and brings it into focus for those of us who weren’t around for the band’s 1970s heyday.
Read MoreTiny Tim: King for a Day Movie Review: A Poignant Look at the Quirky 1960s Star
Director Johan von Sydow examines the life of the quirky, ukulele-playing singer who kept audiences laughing during the tumultuous 1960s.
Read More2021 Golden Globes Winners Announced
Hosted by Tina Fey and Amy Poehler for the fourth time, the Golden Globe Awards will air live coast-to-coast on NBC on Sunday, February 28.
Read MoreSaul and Ruby’s Holocaust Survivor Band Movie Review: A Vital Journey
A deeply submerged melancholia often surfaces in this film that celebrates persistence and the spirit of life.
Read MoreThe Forty-Year-Old Version Movie Review: A Winningly Profound Directorial Debut
A manifold crowd-pleaser from multi-hyphenate talent Radha Blank.
Read MoreThe 2020 NAMM Show Review: There’s More to the Music Business Than Music
An impressive endeavor with so many interesting things going on.
Read MoreUglyDolls Sing-Along Edition Blu-ray Review: A Kids Movie, Through and Through
Simple and fun, but doesn’t demand repeat viewing.
Read MoreBook Review: Strange Cures by Rob Zabrecky
Zabrecky details his journeys into art, failed employment, music, addiction, and ultimately, recovery.
Read MoreVitaphone Varieties, Volume Three: 1928-1929 DVD Review: Utterly Amazing
The Warner Archive Collection unleashes 16 more lost novelty acts from the days of vaudeville and burlesque shows.
Read MoreLeonard Cohen: I’m Your Man Blu-ray Review: An Awkward Documentary Hybrid
From the department of celebrity death cash-ins: An unnecessary Blu-ray upgrade of a forgettable concert film/biography mash-up.
Read MoreNew Orleans Music in Exile Blu-ray Review: After the Hurricane
Documentary filmmaker Robert Mugge chronicles the devastation leveled on New Orleans and its musical community after Hurricane Katrina.
Read MoreBorn to Be Blue Movie Review: Many Shades of Blue
Ethan Hawke sizzles in unconventional Chet Baker biopic.
Read MoreTV Review: American Masters: Carole King: Natural Woman
PBS salutes the legendary singer/songwriter with a fond look back at her career.
Read MoreAbout the Young Idea DVD Review: A Revealing, Reminiscent Look Back at the Jam’s Rise
This thoughtful history of the evolution of the Jam is heavy on band anecdotes, fan praise and a chipper Paul Weller enjoying the stroll down Stanley Road.
Read MoreJACO DVD Review: Portrait of a Tortured Genius
JACO presents a complicated yet fascinating portrait of a gifted musician who reinvented the bass.
Read MoreThe Wrecking Crew Movie Review: A Musical History and a Labor of Love
Denny Tedesco’s loving tribute to his father and the talented musicians who made up The Wrecking Crew.
Read MoreCome Together: A Beatles Tribute Documentary Review: Meet the Faux Beatles!
A Beatles documentary with a twist, the film pays homage to international tribute bands.
Read MoreAlive Inside Movie Review: Where There Is Music, There Is Life
Instead of pills, try music.
Read MoreThe Who: Sensation: The Story of Tommy DVD Review: Takes Viewers Behind the Scenes of the Groundbreaking Rock Opera
Learn more about the inspiration of the band’s 1969 masterpiece.
Read More20 Feet from Stardom Movie Review: Backup Singers Take Center Stage
A fine film for any music fan to watch.
Read More20 Feet from Stardom DVD Review: An Essential Addition to Any Music Fan’s Library
This riveting documentary shines a deserved spotlight on the most unknown MVPs in rock and soul music.
Read More20 Feet from Stardom Blu-ray Review: The Year’s Best Documentary Appreciates Music’s Unsung Ladies
20 Feet From Stardom is still a long way to fame in this beautiful documentary devoted to the ladies of music.
Read MoreRick Moranis: My Mother’s Brisket & Other Love Songs Album Review: Mazel Tov, You Hoser!
Yes, he’s still alive.
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