Rudy Radelic digs into vintage rock, blues, and jazz, spotlighting reissues with stellar mastering, hard-to-find rarities, and standout titles cherished by collectors.
On September 16, 1979, something magical happened. The Sugarhill Gang released “Rapper’s Delight”, and the musical landscape would never be the same. While hip-hop had been bubbling up from the streets of New York City, this was the moment it broke through the surface, splashing onto mainstream radio like an irresistible tidal wave. The genre’s…
“To say these upgrades and tweaks changed the sound of my system for the better is a huge understatement. Their cumulative effect on the sound I previously had is nothing less than staggering.”
Frank Doris shares lessons from 50 years of playing in bands, from stage falls to near-stardom, exploring the deep, primal urge that drives musicians to play.
In October 1975, Elton John delivered two legendary performances at Dodger Stadium that not only defined his career but also secured his place in rock history. Taking place on October 25 and 26, these concerts marked a high point for John, who at 28 was riding the wave of back-to-back chart-topping albums, Captain Fantastic and…
As Thomas explained his relationship with audio to me: ‘I have that problemโwhen I become obsessed with something, I’m obsessed.’
Elvis Presley’s first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show on September 9, 1956, was more than just a televised performance; it was a landmark cultural event that reshaped the entertainment industry and solidified Presley as a global icon. This moment was crucial not only for Elvis’s career but also for the trajectory of American pop…
Kevin Fielding uncovers how our ears pinpoint the direction of high and low sounds, influenced by head sizeโcrucial knowledge for perfecting speaker placement, subwoofers, and creating an immersive soundstage.
In the summer of 1958, Monte Carlo, the glimmering jewel of the French Riviera, was synonymous with luxury, intrigue, and high-stakes drama. On a warm evening in August, this tiny principality became the epicenter of the entertainment world when Frank Sinatraโarguably the biggest star of the eraโarrived for a series of performances at the Sporting…
Steven Stone seeks out more super budget components and emerges with a two-way that does it all, a nifty no-brainer bluetooth adapter, and a small but mighty amp.
Asked by a friend for a budget turntable setup, Simon Wilce suggested the WiiM Amp for its streaming prowess and flexibility, confirming it as a top-value choice after testing.
On September 1, 1984, Tina Turner did more than just top the Billboard Hot 100 with “What’s Love Got to Do with It”โshe rewrote the rules of the music industry. After a tumultuous career marred by personal struggles and a decade-long absence from the upper echelons of the charts, this song wasn’t merely a hit;…
Picture it: the 1993 MTV Video Music Awards. An event known for its unpredictable moments, a red carpet full of rebellious stars, and backstage antics that could make headlines. But no one was ready for one of the most iconic snapshots of the nightโa crying baby Frances Bean Cobain cradled in the arms of RuPaul,…