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Why the Wall Street Journal Is a Great Newspaper (‘Deacon Blues’ Edition)
Friday’s Wall Street Journal featured the latest in the paper’s terrific Anatomy of a Song series: this installment by Marc Myers. ‘They Call Alabama The Crimson Tide’ As midlife-crisis songs go, Steely Dan’s “Deacon Blues” ranks among the most melodic and existential. Recorded … Continue reading
WSJ Anatomy Of A Song: Street Fighting Man
Listen to this: Then read this. You’re welcome.
Why The WSJ Is A Great Newspaper (‘Different Drum’ Edition)
The Wall Street Journal’s Friday Arena section has a regular feature called Anatomy of a Song, which deconstructs the creation of memorable musical performances. Up this week: Linda Ronstadt’s ‘Different Drum’. The It’s-Not-You-It’s-Me Song When the red light went on … Continue reading
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