Author: Larry Howard
1970s Metal Fanzines: How Underground Press Built Heavy Rock's Identity
Discover how 1970s metal fanzines built the heavy rock narrative. Explore the DIY press that gave voice to fans and shaped the genre's identity before mainstream media caught on.
The Art of the Prank: Humor and Rebellion in 90s Punk Videos
Explore how 1990s punk and pop-punk music videos used fish-eye lenses, slapstick humor, and skate culture to define teenage rebellion and anti-authoritarianism.
The Business of 1990s Female Pop: Endorsements and Entrepreneurship
Explore how 1990s female pop stars transformed from musicians into business moguls through strategic endorsements and entrepreneurial ventures.
Depeche Mode's 1980s Live Shows: The Evolution of Synth-Pop Chaos
Explore the evolution of Depeche Mode's 1980s live shows, from their raw 1980 debut to the industrial darkness of the Some Great Reward tour.
How Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine Broke the Latin Pop Barrier in the 80s
Discover how Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine broke the Latin pop barrier in the 1980s, paving the way for today's global Latin music dominance.
Synthesizers and Drum Machines: The Tech That Powered 1970s Disco
Explore how synthesizers and drum machines like the Roland CR-78 fueled the 1970s disco revolution and laid the groundwork for modern electronic dance music.
The Best 1980s Synth-Pop Duos: Pet Shop Boys, Yazoo, and More
Explore the iconic synth-pop duos of the 1980s, from the witty Pet Shop Boys to the soulful Yazoo. Discover how these electronic pairs redefined pop music history.
Women in Progressive Rock: Breaking the Glass Ceiling of Prog
Explore the evolution of women in progressive rock, from early pioneers like Annie Haslam to modern virtuosos breaking barriers in a historically male-dominated genre.
How 1990s R&B Songwriting Camps Created the Era's Biggest Hits
Explore how 1990s R&B songwriting camps revolutionized music production, blending team collaboration and new tech to create the era's biggest soulful hits.
Beyond Reggae: Exploring Dancehall, Ska, and the Roots of Jamaican Music
Discover the rich evolution of Jamaican music beyond reggae, from the folk roots of Mento and the energy of Ska to the digital beats of Dancehall and Dub.
Disco as Escape: How Dance Music Provided Relief from Social Turmoil
Exploring how disco music emerged in the 1970s as a crucial psychological refuge for marginalized communities amid social, political, and economic turmoil.
OMD’s 1980s Synth-Pop Journey: From Enola Gay to If You Leave
OMD’s 1980s synth-pop journey took them from the minimalist pulse of "Enola Gay" to the cinematic romance of "If You Leave," blending experimental sounds with chart-topping hooks. Their evolution shaped electronic music for decades.