Author: Alex Deley

Song of the Day: Eric Serra “It’s Only Mystery” (feat. Arthur Simms)

Eric Serra‘s performance of “It’s Only Mystery” is a standout moment in Luc Besson‘s 1985 counterculture film, Subway.

Categories: Blog, music, Song of the Day Tags: arthur simms, eric serra, luc besson, music, song of the day, Subway

Today we remember the great African jazz musician, Manu Dibango who was felled by the COVID-19 pandemic yesterday.

Categories: Blog, In Memoriam Tags: africa, african jazz, Manu Dibango

One of Lightnin’ Hopkins‘ signature songs, “Mojo Hand” is a slinky and slightly occult blending of musical worlds.

Categories: Blog, blues, music, Song of the Day Tags: blues, country blues, delta blues, lightnin hopkins, music, song of the day

“Everybody Needs Love” finds the great soul man, Syl Johnson, at his ecstatic best with this melting-guitar filled masterpiece.

Categories: Blog, music, R&B, Song of the Day, soul Tags: music, Northern Soul, R&B, song of the day, soul, Syl Johnson

“She Brings The Rain” may be original vocalist Malcolm Mooney‘s greatest moment with legendary German band, CAN.

One of the biggest hits of the ’80s, Peter Gabriel‘s “Sledgehammer” merges funk, pop and art rock elements for a track that is still fresh.

Categories: Blog, music, R&B, rock, Song of the Day Tags: funk, music, Peter Gabriel, pop, rock, song of the day

“Fuchsia Swing Song” was the title track for the great saxophonist, Sam Rivers‘ debut as a leader and finds him coming out swinging.

“Dreaming” is a light speed and incandescent 1979 single from Blondie that ably bridges disco with New Wave.

Categories: alternative, Blog, music, punk, Song of the Day Tags: alternative, Blondie, music, New Wave, song of the day

Today we remember the great jazz pianist and John Cotrane-sideman, McCoy Tyner who sadly passed away over the weekend.

Categories: Blog, In Memoriam, jazz Tags: In Memoriam, jazz, John Coltrane, mccoy tyner

Today we remember the great Swedish actor Max Von Sydow with Scott Walker‘s fitting song tribute to his most iconic role.