Bill Taylor writes: Is it ironic that some of the best antiwar songs hardly mention the word “war” at all? They certainly don’t have it in their titles, nor do they bludgeon the listener with the bluntness of their message.... Read more →
Andrew Curry writes: The BBC Proms, a century old institution whose concerts run through the British summer, likes an anniversary. So last week, for one of their non-classical concerts, they marked the 50 years since the death of the singer... Read more →
Bill Taylor writes: Linda Thompson’s words on Facebook can hardly be bettered: “A fabulous musician, and a wonderful man, but above all, an incredible husband and father. When all is said and done, that’s the measure of a great man.... Read more →
We all face death, sooner or later, writes Colin Randall. It’s nevertheless heartbreaking to think of all the wasted lives taken early on battlefields, in violent society or through accidents and illness. When I listen to 1917, David Olney’s gripping... Read more →
July 18 2024 update: read on and explore the links to other articles about Music from North Eastern England, says Colin Randall. Over at the Salut! Live Facebook group, Bill Taylor has made Alan Price his Artist of the Week... Read more →
Colin Randall writes Another important figure of the British folk revival has left us. Heather Wood was the last surviving former member of The Young Tradition, whose glorious harmonies gave explosive impact to old songs. She was 79 and had... Read more →
