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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

For a Brummie like me, Ozzy Osbourne's voice mattered | Adrian Chiles

Singers often masked their regional accents, sounding American, but some like Ozzy Osbourne retained their accents despite touring abroad.
Science
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

The Father-and-Son Duo Who Toppled Our Trust in Vaccines

Mark Geier, a skilled yet unconventional player, combined intelligence and intuition in tennis, paralleling his interest in science and unique educational paths.
US politics
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Former Collier Row man accused of abusing girls denies squashing game' was sexual

Maurice Bowers is on trial for multiple child sexual abuse charges linked to incidents occurring during the 1970s and 1980s.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

The real story of how L.A. became the epicenter of America's homeless crisis

The increased visibility of people living on the streets emerged in the late 1970s as public policy reshaped perspectives and definitions surrounding homelessness in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Sink or Swim

Tod Papageorge's photographs of L.A. beachgoers in the 1970s and 80s feature theatrical vignettes and semi-abstractions created with a medium-format camera.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Stereophonic: 70s recording studio saga needs a deep cut

Stereophonic's length challenges viewers but reflects the chaotic essence of 70s music production.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

What the Great Teen Movies Taught Us

On the final day of the school year, a group of rising seniors in small-town Texas set out with custom-made paddles to whack the bottoms of soon-to-be freshmen, and then take a couple of them to a "beer bust" out by a soaring light tower.
Independent films
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The McDonald's Big Mac Jingle From The Mid '70s That Still Lives In Our Heads - Tasting Table

The 1974 Big Mac jingle remains memorable, showcasing effective advertising that captured public attention and consumer loyalty.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Mastermind review Josh O'Connor is world's worst art thief in Kelly Reichardt's unlikely heist movie

The film presents a stark, ironic portrayal of a clueless protagonist undertaking a desperate art heist.
Beer
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

The Iconic '70s Home Feature I Never Thought I'd Be Excited About

Nostalgia for basement bars flourished in the 1970s and '80s, especially in the Midwest, reflecting cultural trends of the time.
fromVulture
2 months ago

Duster Spins Its Wheels

‘Duster’ surrounds itself with throwback aesthetics but fails to deliver coherent storytelling, making it feel more like a prologue than a self-contained series.
Independent films
NYC music
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | The truth behind Rolling Stones' famous NYC truck stunt 50 years ago: 'Complete shock'

The Rolling Stones held a surprise performance on a flatbed truck in NYC to announce their 1975 tour, defying press conference norms.
Music
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Vietnam War: How protest music fueled a movement DW 04/29/2025

The Vietnam War's conclusion was significantly influenced by American protest music, reflecting domestic political pressure against the war.
London music
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Physical Graffiti' turns 50: How Led Zeppelin built a double-album masterpiece

Led Zeppelin's ambition for a double album culminated in 'Physical Graffiti,' despite internal band challenges and past critical setbacks.
#pink-floyd
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Pink Floyd at Pompeii MCMLXXII review mesmerically peculiar portrait of band on cusp of greatness

Pink Floyd's 1971 performance in Pompeii, shown in a surreal, immersive documentary, is now available on IMAX screens, captivating fans anew.
London music
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

A window of freedom': When Pink Floyd: Live at Pompeii' sneaked into Franco's Spain

Rodolfo Medina recalls attending the iconic Pink Floyd concert film at Pompeii in 1974, emphasizing its social impact during Spain's transformative era.
Film
fromVulture
3 months ago

A24's Anthony Bourdain Biopic Casting Is Chef's Kiss

Dominic Sessa will portray a young Anthony Bourdain in the upcoming A24 biopic 'Tony', focusing on a pivotal moment in Bourdain's early life.
from48 hills
3 months ago

Screen Grabs: Flashing back with John & Yoko, Neil Young, and Pink Floyd - 48 hills

Neil Young's 'Coastal' reflects his unique archival style but is ultimately seen as unnecessary for all but his most devoted fans.
fromGrub Street
3 months ago

'I Was 24 and Working Illegally'

"The odd thing about experiencing New York for the first time was that it seemed more like the films than the films themselves."
NYC food
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Jeff Bridges' new album is a hazy glimpse of his musical adventures in the late 1970s

Jeff Bridges reminisces about his late '70s jam sessions, reflecting on their carefree creativity and the release of his new album 'Slow Magic'.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

A mother of three left her Newton home to return some clothes. She was found dead in a vacant lot in Roxbury.

"When she hadn't returned home by the next morning, her daughter reported her missing to the police. At about 8:40 a.m., someone walking their dog in a vacant lot in the Madison Park section of Roxbury found Pearson. She had been shot multiple times."
Boston food
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Review: 'Heart Sellers' a bittersweet look at immigrant experience

Disneyland symbolizes the unattainable joy for immigrants, reflecting the broader themes of exclusion and aspiration in the narrative.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

California man named in 1976 Santa Cruz slaying

Richard Sommerhalder, previously linked to multiple murders in Santa Cruz, is now a suspect in the 1976 murder of Karen Percifield.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Aerosmith's Steven Tyler wrote 'Walk This Way' after watching famous film 50 years ago - and 'drugs worked,' too: producer

In the final stretch of making their iconic 1975 album "Toys in the Attic," Aerosmith was inspired to create "Walk This Way" after a trip to the movies.
NYC music
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Inside America's little-known 'hoax of the century'

The 'Report From Iron Mountain' argued that perpetual war is crucial for economic stability in modern societies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Did John and Yoko split because of Richard Nixon? The making of revelatory music film One to One

Lennon and Ono's arrival in New York sparked a period of profound personal and political exploration, showcased in the film 'One to One: John & Yoko'.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Lenny Schultz, Comedian Who Made a Lot of Noise, Dies at 91

Lenny Schultz, a unique comedian known for his energetic and zany performances, passed away at 91, leaving a significant legacy in the comedy world.
fromTasting Table
4 months ago

14 Once-Popular Desserts From The 1970s - Tasting Table

Robert Redford cake, a rich and creamy dessert symbolizing 1970s culinary creativity, featured layers of chocolate crust, cream cheese, and pecans, delighting many gatherings.
Cocktails
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Wild, waspish and whip-smart, there are few rock stars as great as David Johansen

The New York Dolls' chaotic Paris debut highlights their outrageous behavior and the magnetic presence of frontman David Johansen.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Sandalheimer: can Christopher Nolan restore the grandeur of ancient-world epics?

The sword-and-sandals genre saw a decline in popularity by the 1970s, replaced by modern themes and antiheroes.
fromThe Ringer
8 months ago

The Definitive Yacht Rock Dictionary

Yacht rock is a retroactively defined genre, blending elements of rock, jazz, and R&B, creating confusion in its definition.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Paul McCartney and Wings: One Hand Clapping review restored rockumentary is pure pleasure

The restored documentary showcases Paul McCartney's vibrant creativity and mastery during the Wings era, highlighting his contributions to music history.
fromThe New Yorker
10 months ago

The Roots of the Tony-Winning "Stereophonic"

Ken Caillat, a sound engineer, experienced the tumultuous recording of Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours," witnessing personal conflicts translate into music, ultimately leading to massive success.
Music
fromCurbed
10 months ago

How The Penguin's Production Designer Created Her Gotham

HBO's new show The Penguin reimagines Gotham with a 1970s twist, focusing on realism and socio-economic themes as it explores the aftermath post-flooding.
NYC real estate
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