by Jon Kutner | Apr 13, 2025 | YouTube clip of the week
Neville Staple, a former member of The Specials and the Fun Boy Three was 70 last week. Born in Jamaica and moved to Rugby in the UK before moving again to a more permanent home in Coventry when he was five. He joined The Special AKA when they formed in 1977 and his...
by Jon Kutner | Apr 13, 2025 | Did you know?
The Ivor Novello Awards are named after the Welsh entertainer Ivor Novello and awarded annually for songwriting and composing. It began in 1956 when it was originally named the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers, and Authors. There are various categories, some...
by Jon Kutner | Apr 6, 2025 | Did you know?
Many musicians love to spend their money on flash motors, but some take it stage further and have indulged in motor racing. Here are 10 notable examples. Marty Robbins 1966 -1982 Nick Mason (Pink Floyd) 1979 – 1984 Shane Lynch (Boyzone) 2003 Maxi Jazz...
by Jon Kutner | Apr 6, 2025 | YouTube clip of the week
It was 30 years ago this week that the genius, Kenny Everett, passed away. I already had a Kenny clip lined up, but my thanks to Robert Richland who suggested this wonderful interview on the Russell Harty Show from 1981. RIP Kenny. The absolute broadcaster’s...
