Produced by Stephan Galfas, Michael Sweet, Robert Sweet, and Ox Fox I really admire this band, they sang great metal songs with meaningful lyrics and they are great musicians. I can only imagine how hard it was and is to remain true to themselves in this industry, but in their way, they have lasted many…… Continue reading Stryper: To hell with the Devil (1986)
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Karen Carpenter (1950-1983)
When it comes to female vocalist there are many who get mentioned a lot and deservingly so, no doubt. Whitney Houston, Mariah Carrey, Celine Dion, and Aretha Franklin are the ones I most hear about. My personal favorite when it comes to female vocalists does not get mentioned a lot and in my opinion, she…… Continue reading Karen Carpenter (1950-1983)
The show must go on: The Queen + Adam Lambert story (2019)
Directed by Christopher Bird and Simon Lupton This is definitively an interesting look at Queen after the untimely death of Freddie Mercury. I remember seeing the Freddie Mercury tribute concert in 1992 and to this day is still one of the best concerts I have seen. That is where the documentary begins, that moment where…… Continue reading The show must go on: The Queen + Adam Lambert story (2019)
Bob Dylan Rough and Rowdy Ways (2020)
Produced by Jack Frost Tempest was his last album of original songs released 8 years ago so I was excited when I heard of a new album. To me, it is amazing how at 79 years old and a career of more than 30 years, Dylan has managed to be as relevant and successful as…… Continue reading Bob Dylan Rough and Rowdy Ways (2020)
Joan Manuel Serrat albums ranked. (Spanish and English versions)
Hoy desperté con el deseo de perderme en la poesía de Joan Manuel Serrat, considerado por mí el Bob Dylan para América Latina. Con eso en mente, decidí asumir la tarea de clasificar sus álbumes desde el que menos me gusta a mi favorito, no es una tarea fácil pero me la disfruté. La realidad…… Continue reading Joan Manuel Serrat albums ranked. (Spanish and English versions)
Let it be: It was 50 years ago today
Produced by George Martin – reproduced for disc by Phil Spector Today, May 8 in 1970 The Beatles released their last new album, although recorded before Abbey Road. For me, this is a special album because it was the first album that I took notice and listened to before knowing anything about them, before them…… Continue reading Let it be: It was 50 years ago today
The Beatles in films.
I think I have covered a lot regarding The Beatles except this one area, their films. It is not common now as it was back then for a music artist to do films. The Beatles also made four films and one documentary. A hard day’s night (1964) Directed by Richard Lester The first film they…… Continue reading The Beatles in films.
John Lennon: Lennon Anthology (1998)
Produced by Yoko Ono and Rob Stevens (songs produced by various producers) Right after the success of The Beatles Anthology albums, Yoko was asked to do a similar project with John’s music. I have to agree with the idea for various reasons, the first is that it was good to listen to John as he…… Continue reading John Lennon: Lennon Anthology (1998)
Michael Jackson Thriller (25th-anniversary edition) 1982
Produced by Quincy Jones and Michael Jackson This was the first album and artist that I became a fan of. Before I transitioned to heavy metal and later to The Beatles, Michael was my favorite artist. He captivated our imagination with the videos and his dance moves. The album Thriller is a special album for…… Continue reading Michael Jackson Thriller (25th-anniversary edition) 1982
My favorite live albums
There is something about listening to a live band perform on stage. It will never sound as perfect as the studio version, but the energy and the feeling of being there with the band playing are different. Unfortunately, not every band tours everywhere or even tours. The best substitute is a live album or a…… Continue reading My favorite live albums
