Music here is shaped by performance, rehearsal, and stage experience. These posts draw on the author’s work in singing and theatre, exploring interpretation, discipline, and the connection between performer, material, and audience.
Some of popular music’s sweetest melodies conceal possessiveness, surveillance and pursuit. From The Police and Blondie to George Formby, familiar songs make troubling behaviour sound romantic, playful or harmless. Why do we happily sing along—and what happens when the music stops and the watcher remains outside our window tonight?
Stalking Songs That Resonate Well With Music Lovers (but really shouldn’t) Read More »
After months of writing and routine, Michael and Margo escape to the theatre for Eurobeat – Almost Eurovision, a gloriously kitsch parody packed with sequins, outrageous songs and audience voting. The night rekindles old stage memories and proves that sometimes writers need spectacle, laughter and creative chaos around them.
Ramping up the Euro-Kitsch with “Eurobeat – Almost Eurovision” Musical Read More »
From prog-era epics to radio-era hooks, this ranking dives deep into Genesis at their most ambitious and divisive. Whether you worship The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway or defend Invisible Touch, this list challenges loyalties and reminds fans why Genesis still sparks debate decades later.
Nine Genesis Albums Ranked Read More »
Michael Jackson’s music is re-emerging on radio and TV after years of absence, following his cultural exile due to accusations of inappropriate relationships. This shift raises questions about collective memory, forgiveness, and the nature of outrage. As comfort with nostalgia grows, we reflect on how culture chooses to forgive and forget.
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It was a remarkable period that left an indelible mark on history, blending political developments, blockbuster entertainment, and chart-topping music. In the political arena, the world witnessed the dawn of a new era as Mikhail Gorbachev assumed power in the Soviet Union. Gorbachev’s leadership ushered in a wave of reforms, including the groundbreaking policies of
The 1990s were a transformative decade that witnessed the end of the Cold War, the rise of the internet, and the emergence of a cultural renaissance. This era was marked by significant world events that left an indelible mark on history, shaping the world we know today. One of the defining moments of the 1990s
A Nostalgic Journey Back to the 1990s Read More »
There were a few of them, right? Beat it, Sussudio, and Like A Virgin. They got in our brains and stayed there until we hated them! (yet loved them) Patrick was obsessed with earworms like those. In 1984, I recall that he kept mentioning one of them, but he couldn’t remember its title. He wouldn’t
Annoying Earworms From The 80’s Read More »
Humans have a profound connection to music, using it for emotional expression and storytelling. The author shares their experience in a choir, emphasizing the joy of live performance and the synergy between performers and the audience. After a successful first show, they reflect on the transformative power of music in their lives.
The Healing Power of Singing Together Read More »
