Archives for Music and Money
‘This Is Spinal Tap’ creators reunite for $400m lawsuit
Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Rob Reiner and Harry Shearer say they have been denied "their rightful stake in the production’s…
Greg Lake tribute: What a Lucky Man he was
Today we learned that a second member of ELP has passed away Greg Lake was primarily a bass guitarist and…
Nevermind at 25: Celebrating Nirvana’s iconic album
Nevermind was released on 24 September 1991. Its cover featured a baby and a US dollar bill. Underwater. The interest…
Taxman – 50 years of the Beatles’ Revolver
Let me tell you how it will be. There's one for you, nineteen for me. That is the opening line…
Let’s make lots of Money! – 30 years of Pet Shop Boys’ Opportunities
In May 1986, the Pet Shop Boys sang "Let's Make lots of Money" Although the song was originally written in…
Prince Special – When Prince gave away music for free!
We said goodbye to Prince yesterday Aged 57, and arguably looking much younger, his death was a complete surprise. Prince…
Keith Emerson tribute: When ELP were the biggest band in the world
Yesterday we learned of the sad passing of Keith Emerson In early-mid 1970s UK, there were a small number of…
David Bowie Special – the story of Bowie Bonds
David Bowie passed away on 10 January 2016. Best known for his music, he also holds a unique place in…
Wish You Were Here – 40 years on
In September 1975, Pink Floyd released the album Wish You Were Here, featuring the title track and the prog classic…
Money’s Too Tight To Mention – 30 years on
Money's Too Tight To Mention In July 1985, the UK band Simply Red scored their first of many hits with…