Five Best: Ben Yagoda on the American Songbook
I select my top five books on the history of pop music
Originally published January 24, 2015
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On His New Album of Sinatra Covers, Bob Dylan Pays Tribute to an Era He Once Derided
‘Shadows in the Night’ made from torch songs of his past
Originally published January 22, 2015
The Strange 1960s Gym-Class Anthem in Apple’s New iPhone Commerical
Now, touch your toes with me. Ready!
Originally published June 13, 2014
“I’m Dreaming of a White President”
Randy Newman on his new song
Originally published September 18, 2012
Good, Bad or Otherwise, Keep Writing and Peddling
Preparing for Johnny Cash tribute songs
Originally published March/April 2012
Read the article at The Pennsylvania Gazette
Tribute Songs
Preparing for Johnny Cash tribute songs Posted September 17, 2003
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