The Rock and Roll Revisited Countdown Saturday – 1968 looks back at the music and pop culture from a pivotal year.

Today in 1969, Creem, “America’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll Magazine,” was first published. For the next three decades, it will be second only to Rolling Stone Magazine in influence.

The Carpenters inventive artistry still attracts fans today nearly four decades after Karen Carpenter’s death. Here’s why.

42 years ago this past week, Mr. Ed died… the last Mr. Ed, that is. Randy West remembers TV’s famous talking horse.

What’s the secret to sustaining a career in an ever-changing world? Smart people distill the essence of their gifts and think of new ways to reboot them.

Guest Commentary by Art Vuolo, “Radio’s Best Friend” For over 6 decades, Art Vuolo has been Radio’s greatest champion. There isn’t a notable personality he hasn’t met and his camera has created the most comprehensive history of broadcasting in existence. In many cases, Art’s work is the only recording ever…

Rock and Roll Revisited Countdown Saturday 1964 reviews top news, music and pop culture items, plus the top 5 hits of the week.

Everything and everyone can be rebooted. Smart people distill the essence of their gifts and think of new ways to reboot them.

Mae West never won and Oscar, but her brand is more enduring than many who did. Here’s what made her a star.

One of the great things about radio before consolidation was how a Michigan Garage Band could hit the big time. Sometimes it was just one or two hits, like the Rationals. Others, like The Prime Movers gave birth to the Stooges and the solo career of Iggy Pop. The Decibels…