The Who’s Roger Daltrey turns 77

The Who’s Roger Daltrey turns 77

March 1, 2021March 1, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1960's, 1970's, 60's, 70's, British Invasion, Classic Rock, Mod, Music, Rock, Roger Daltrey, The Who

One of the most legendary and iconic Rock singer and frontmen ever, Roger Daltrey influenced and continues to influence generations of singers, with his unique vocals and charismatic stage presence

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Jace Allen (Jason Mendelson) Releases “Pissed Off at You” as Benefit to COVID-19 Patients & Hospitality Worker Fund

February 28, 2021February 28, 2021 Pop Expresso 0 Comments Covid-19, Jace Allen, Jazz, Music, Soul

To Jace Allen, music is not only a passion but part of a mission – to connect with others, and to serve community. This effort is the first chapter of a dynamic set of genre-bending releases in 2021, leading up to his album “Taking Sides,” that will serve a common purpose – to give back, and contribute to the hopeful future of our greater good.

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George Harrison: The Quiet Beatle

February 25, 2021February 26, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 40's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, Classic Rock, George Harrison, Music, Rock, The Beatles

George Harrison’s life was cut short, but his influence in music can still be heard today, together with John Lennon, Harrison was the most daring of the four Beatles on what concerned experimenting with music. We look back at his life and career on his 78th birthday

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Kurt Cobain 54th Anniversary Special

February 20, 2021February 20, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1980's, 1990's, 80's, 90's, Alternative Rock, Birthdays, Fashion, Galleries, Grunge, Hard Rock, Kurt Cobain, Music, Nirvana, Photography, Photos, Rock, Style

A talented artist, songwriter, musician and a passionate advocate for women’s and gay rights, Kurt Cobain left the earthly plan by his own hand on April 8, 1994 at age 27, but today we celebrate his life with a special feature that includes 6 articles to remember Kurt Cobain

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The Messenger Of The Electric Truth: 27 Quotes by Kurt Cobain

February 20, 2021February 20, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1980's, 1990's, 80's, 90's, Alternative Rock, Grunge, Kurt Cobain, Lists, Music, Nirvana, Quotes, Rock

Remember Kurt Cobain through his words on 27 quotes, some inspirational, some revealing of who he was

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The Legendary Lee Marvin was born on this day in 1924

February 19, 2021February 18, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1924, 1950's, 1960's, 1970's, 50's, 60's, 70's, Birthdays, Lee Marvin, Movies, Western

Lee Marvin, it’s one of Hollywood’s biggest movie legends, but he also was a man who had many sides to him. War soldier, actor, singer and even the first Hollywood advocate for Gay Rights. We look back at his life on his birthday

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Looking back at 1931’s Dracula

February 15, 2021February 15, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1931, Bela Lugosi, Bram Stoker, Count Dracula, Dracula, Tod Browning, Universal Monsters, Universal Pictures, vampires

There’s something very sexy and erotic about vampires. It’s probably the intimacy of their assaults and the fact that they traditionally choose to appear in your bedroom in the middle of the night, maybe. But back in 1931, director Tod Browning was pretty direct about bloodsucking as a euphemism for sex in his classic “Dracula”.

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Remembering Ray Manzarek, the legendary and influential co-founder and keyboardist of The Doors

February 12, 2021February 13, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1939, 1960's, 60's, Birthdays, Classic Rock, Keyboardist, Music, Organist, Psychedelic Rock, Ray Manzarek, Rock, The Doors

Ray Manzarek was the working mastermind behind The Doors, he kept the legacy running during decades after lead singer’s Jim Morrison demise. We look back at his life and career on what would be his 82nd Birthday

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Remembering Cliff Burton, the talented Metallica original bassist on his birthday

February 10, 2021February 10, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1962, 1986, 80's, Bass Guitar, Birthdays, Cliff Burton, Heavy Metal, Metal, Metallica, Music, Trash Metal

Cliff Burton is often regarded as one of the irreplaceable Metallica core members, the music he made with the band it’s also often regarded as being their best and most creative period, he was born on this day in 1962

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The Doors’ Solid Rock of “Morrison Hotel”

February 9, 2021February 10, 2021 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970, 1970's, 70's, Blues, Classic Rock, Morrison Hotel, Music, Record Reviews, Records, Reviews, Rock, The Doors

On February 9, 1970, The Doors redefine and reinvent themselves with a solid Rock album that was a drastic departure from their previous (and failed) attempt at making orchestral music. We look back at this timeless Rock classic that even inspired the name of a famous restaurant chain

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James Dean – An Unfinished Book

February 8, 2021February 10, 2021 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1955, 50's, Cult, East Of Eden, Hollywood, James Dean, Rebel Without A Cause, The Giant

Remembering James Dean on the 90th anniversary of his birth,. Like a lot of celebrities of his time, James Dean always carried around a certain aura of mystery that endures to this day. This might be also because of the fact he died young and as we all now know, that is a certain morbid formula to eternity that allows people like Dean to be remembered forever. Explore some facts of Dean’s short life on this article.

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On this day in 1963 and 1964 The Beatles changed the American musical and cultural landscape forever

February 7, 2021February 10, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1960's, 1963, 1964, 60's, British Invasion, Classic Rock, Music, Rock, The Beatles

It started with the release of The Beatles first single “Please Please Me” and their arrival at JFK Airport in New York, between February 7, 1963, and 1964

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The Legend Of Sid Vicious: Live Fast, Die Young

February 2, 2021February 3, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment British, Chelsea Hotel, London, Music, Nancy Spungen, New York, Punk, Punk Rock, Rock, Sex Pistols, Sid Vicious

Sid Vicious perhaps remains the most important Punk Rock icon of all time, but the price he paid for his immortality came earlier when he passed away from an overdose on February, 2nd 1979 in New York, aged only 21. We look back at his life and career on the day that marks the anniversary of his untimely death

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Too Beautiful to Die: The short life of the world’s first supermodel

January 29, 2021February 1, 2021 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960, 1986, AIDS, Cindy Crawford, Cosmopolitan, Francesco Scavullo, Gia, Gia Carangi, HIV, Model, supermodel, Wilhelmina Models

Born on January 29, 1960, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Gia Marie Carangi is widely considered to be the first supermodel. While paving the way for models like Elle MacPherson and Cindy Crawford to achieve superstardom, Gia’s beauty introduced her to the temptations of fame, to which she could not help but fall, victim. On November 18th, 1986, Gia Carangi passed away, her battle with AIDS proving too strong for the 26-year-old.

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The Life And Career Of Janis “Pearl” Joplin On Her 78th Birthday

January 19, 2021January 26, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1943, 1960's, 1970, 60's, Big Brother and The Holding Company, Birthdays, Blues, Classic Rock, Janis Joplin, Music, Rock

She paved the way for the modern female Rock Star, through her attitude, looks, and voice, her unique vocals and charisma have placed her on the Rock Stardom Pantheon, we look back at the force of nature that was Janis Joplin on the day that marks her 78th birthday

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The memorable and iconic comedian Oliver Hardy was born on this day in 1892

January 18, 2021January 18, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1920's, 1930's, 1940's, 1950's, Birthdays, Comedy, Laurel and Hardy, Movies, Oliver Hardy

He was one of the first comedy movie stars, as one half of duo Laurel and Hardy, with British comedian Stan Laurel, he became famous worldwide with the pair’s movies that begun in the era of silent films

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The recording studio wizard Phil Spector passes at age 81 from COVID-related complications – Listen to 10 of his essential studio masterpieces

January 17, 2021January 17, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1960's, 1970's, 2021, Covid-19, Music, Phil Spector, Wall Of Sound

There are cases that the end of man’s life should not define or obliterate his legacy and talent. Aside of the controversies and scandals that surrounds his personal life, it is undeniable the influence and contribution that the creator of the “Wall of Sound” gave to music, producing and sometimes co-writing songs for artists such as The Ronettes, Ike and Tina Turner, The Beatles, John Lennon and the Ramones among others. Phil Spector has passed at age 81 while serving a sentence for murder, but here, we remember his precious bold legacy to music.

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The Rolling Stones former guitarist Mick Taylor celebrates 72: Listen to 12 of his best songs with the Stones

January 17, 2021January 17, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1960's, 1970's, Birthdays, Brian Jones, Hyde Park, Let It Bleed, Mick Jagger, Mick Taylor, Music, Rolling Stones, Sticky Fingers

Mick Taylor joined the Stones in 1969 ate age 20 to replace the band’s founder and multi-instrumentalist Brian Jones and his onstage debut with the band ironically took place in the now famous Hyde Park Jones tribute two days after the original Stone death

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David Bowie: The Essential Discography

January 10, 2021January 10, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 2000's. 2010's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Alternative, Blackstar, David Bowie, Discography, Heroes, Low, Music, Rock, Station To Station, Ziggy Stardust

One of Rock and music biggest legends, David Bowie left us a deeply rich and eclectic legacy. We picked some of his best records on this list

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David Bowie Birthday Special

January 8, 2021January 8, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1947, 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, David Bowie, Fashion, Glam, Music, Photography, Rock, Style

A visionary since the very beginning of his career, David Bowie was the legit Pop and Rock chameleon, he was Ziggy Stardust, Halloween Jack, The Thin White Duke and so many others, his influence can be be heard, seen and felt in every artistic expression. To celebrate his 74th anniversary we’ve put out a special feature

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Pink Floyd’s “Crazy Diamond” Syd Barrett was born on this day in 1946

January 6, 2021January 6, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1946, 1960's, 60's, Birthdays, British, Guitarist, Music, Pink Floyd, Psychedelic, Rock, Syd Barrett

Syd Barrett was one of the founding members of Pink Floyd and had a key role in developing their early sound between their Psychedelic and experimental period. He was the main vocalist and songwriter until he left the band in 1968. We look back at Barrett’s life and career.

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Remembering Sun Records founder Sam Phillips on his birthday, a man who changed the music world

January 5, 2021January 6, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1923, 1950's, 50's, Birthday, Birthdays, Music, Rock, Rock N' Roll, Sam Phillips, Sun Records

Sam Phillips had a pivotal role on the initial success of Rock N’ Roll music during the 1950’s with his label Sun Records, that served as a launching platform for Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Ike Turner among others, we look back at some of the highlights of Sun Records history on his 98th anniversary

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Iconic Andy Warhol Superstar “Little” Joe Dallesandro was born on this day in 1948

December 31, 2020December 31, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1948, 1960's, 1970's, 60's, 70's, Andy Warhol, Andy Warhol Superstar, Birthdays, Fashion, Joe Dallesandro, Movies, Style, Underground

Joe Dallesandro became one of the absolute icons of the underground culture during the 1960’s and 1970’s, he starred on some of the most memorable Andy Warhol movies and is one of the most famous Andy Warhol’s Superstars, his looks and image have influenced style and fashion for decades now, today he turns 72

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The influential rocker, poet and performer Patti Smith celebrates 74

December 30, 2020December 31, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment

From Courtney Love to Madonna to R.E.M, Patti Smith’s work has inspired and influenced artists throughout the decades, ever since the release of the 1975 album “Horses”, keeping up an exceptional artistic integrity despite the success her name achieved

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1960’s icon and Rolling Stones muse Marianne Faithfull celebrates 74

December 29, 2020December 29, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, Actress, As Tears Go By, Birthdays, Lucy Jordan, Marianne Faithfull, Music, Pop, Rock, Rolling Stones

Marianne Faithfull first came to prominence in 1964 with the Jagger/Richards penned “As Tears Go By” and shortly after became Mick Jagger’s steady girlfriend for over three years until drug addiction stroke her life costing her voice

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The Last Christmas Of George Michael

December 25, 2020December 25, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1980's, 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, 2016, 80's, 90's, George Michael, Last Christmas, Music, Pop, Rock, Wham

One of the biggest music stars and icons of the last four decades, George Michael left us on Christmas day four years ago. We look back at his life and career and remember his strong legacy as an artist and human being.

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Remembering the Psychedelic Rock guitar legend James Gurley

December 22, 2020December 22, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1960's, 1970's, Big Brother and The Holding Company, Birthdays, James Gurley, Janis Joplin, Music, Psychedelic Rock, Rock

James Gurley was one of the San Francisco Psychedelic Rock scene most distinctive guitarists, and with Big Brother and the Holding Company he recorded enduring 1960’s Rock classics such as “Summertime” or “Piece of my Heart”. But the experimental Detroit guitarist had a different life orientation and goal shortly before he moved to San Francisco in the 1960’s

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Jane Fonda Turns 83

December 21, 2020December 22, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, Actress, Barbarella, Birthdays, Henry Fonda, Jane Fonda, Movies, Peter Fonda, Specials

Actress, TV celebrity, Sex Symbol and activist, Jane Fonda has been in the spotlight over the last six decades as one of the most famous women in the planet. We look back at her life and career on the day she turns 83

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Stanley Kubrick’s Dystopian Future Masterpiece “A Clockwork Orange” premiered on this day in 1971

December 19, 2020December 19, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1971, 70's, A Clockwork Orange, Dystopian Future, Malcolm McDowell, Movie Reviews, Movies, Reviews, Sci-Fi, Stanley Kubrick

Based on Anthony Burgess’s 1962 novel of the same name, Stanley Kubrick’s dystopian future masterpiece “A Clockwork Orange” premiered for the first time on December 19th, 1971 in New York City, we look back at one of the greatest movies ever made, that has and keeps playing a very important role on Pop Culture throughout the years

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The Legendary Human Riff Keith Richards celebrates 77 today

December 18, 2020December 19, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1943, 1970's, 1980's, 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, Keith Richards, Music, Rock, Rolling Stones, The Rolling Stones

Keith Richards has been nicknamed “Keef” and The Human Riff”, one of The Rolling Stones founder, he is a strong survivor and he embodies the Drugs, Sex and Rock N’Roll motto. Today, Keith turns 76, we look back briefly at his life and career

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Jim Morrison 77th Anniversary Special

December 8, 2020December 8, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1943, 1960's, 1970's, Jim Morrison, Music, Rock, Specials, The Doors

To celebrate the 77th anniversary of the legendary and iconic Jim Morrison, we’ve put together six articles about his life and work, including a recap of his short but significant life, a quiz, a review of all The Doors six studio albums with Morrison, a collection of his best quotes and more

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Jim Morrison: The Eternal Rock Poet

December 8, 2020December 8, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1943, 1960's, 27 Club, 70's, Birthdays, Classic Rock, Jim Morrison, Music, Poetry, Rock, s, Special, The Doors

Together with The Doors he made some of the best and most timeless music in Rock, he lived fast, only 27 years, believing the “road to excess” would lead to the “palace of wisdom”. We look back at his influential life and career

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John Lennon was murdered on this day in 1980

December 8, 2020December 8, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1980, 1980's, 60's, 70's, John Lennon, Pop, Rock, The Beatles

On December 8th, 1980, Mark David Chapman took John Lennon’s life and and stole the world from his talent. We look back at Lennon’s life and career on the anniversary of one of music’s darkest days

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The Rolling Stones’ Altamont Speedway Free Festival: The final stab on the 1960’s peace and love generation

December 6, 2020December 7, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1960's, 1969, Altamont, Altamont Speedway Free Festival, Classic Rock, Festival, Music, Rock, Rolling Stones, The Rolling Stones

December 6th, 1969 became one of the darkest days on Rock history, along with the Manson Family murders, The Rolling Stones’ Altamont Speedway Free Festival in California, gave the final stab on the 1960’s peace and love generation

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Remembering the legendary self-proclaimed “Queen Of Rock N’ Roll” Little Richard on his birthday

December 5, 2020December 5, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment

“Elvis may be the King of Rock and Roll, but I am the Queen. ” said Little Richard once. An influential figure in popular music and culture for seven decades, with his dynamic music and charismatic showmanship, he laid the foundation for Rock N’ Roll, his music played a key role in the formation of other popular music genres. We couldn’t imagine Rock music without Little Richard. Born 88 years ago today, we look back at his life and career

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The Life And Career of the legendary Ozzy “Prince Of Darkness” Osbourne who turns 72

December 3, 2020December 3, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1948, 2000's, 2010's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, Black Sabbath, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, Ozzy Osbourne

With Black Sabbath Ozzy Osbourne pioneered the Heavy Metal genre during the 1970’s, his unique and sometimes insane lifestyle along with his distinguishable vocals and mannerisms have granted him a special place in Rock history and turned the man into an icon. Today the “Prince Of Darkness” Ozzy turns 72, we recap his life and career

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Remembering Scott Weiland who passed away 5 years ago today in 2015*

December 3, 2020December 3, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 2010's, 2015, 90's, Alternative Rock, Music, Rock, Scott Weiland, Stone Temple Pilots, Velvet Revolver

One of Rock’s greatest and more distinctive voices over the last 30 years, Scott Weiland passed away 5 years ago today in 2015 at age 48. Together with the Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver he made songs that are now regarded as solid classics such as “Plush” or “Interstate Love Song”

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George Harrison: The Quiet Beatle

November 29, 2020November 28, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 2000's, 2001, 60's, 70's, 80's, Classic Rock, England, George Harrison, India, Music, The Beatles

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The legendary Jimi Hendrix was born 78 years ago

November 27, 2020November 28, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1942, 1970, 27 Club, 60's, 70's, Birthdays, Jimi Hendrix, Music, Rock, The Jimi Hendrix Experience

Today marks the 78th anniversary of Jimi Hendrix. We look back at his life and career and how he changed the game for Rock guitarists and his enduring influence and popularity 50 years after his untimely death

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The Queen Of Rock Tina Turner turns 81

November 26, 2020November 25, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1939, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, Ike and Tina, Music, Rock, Soul, Tina Turner

Miss Hot Legs or the righteous Queen of Rock Tina Turner, was born on this day in 1939. We look back at the legendary, iconic and influential singer and performer life and career

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Larger Than Life: Remembering the legendary Freddie Mercury 29 years after his passing

November 24, 2020January 26, 2021 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1991, 70's, 80's, 90's, Freddie Mercury, Queen, Rock

Freddie Mercury embodied the Rock N’ Roll mythical excess during his life. We look back at the different sides of his life on the day that marks the anniversary of his untimely death on November 24th, 1991

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Friday The 13th Horror Special

November 13, 2020November 14, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment

Friday 13th, it’s always a special date when it comes to superstition. On Popular culture has been the subject of movies, books, songs and much more. In case you want to play safe and don’t leave home on Friday 13th, we suggest you to browse through our special! We’ve compiled 6 creepy articles including quizzes and lists!

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Tune in for a Pay-Per-View Performance by Steppenwolf’s John Kay on Friday, November 13

November 1, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment John Kay, Lobero Theater, Steppenwolf

Santa Barbara’s historic Lobero Theatre is striving to grow their audience by diving into the streaming world with their Live from the Lobero Pay-Per-View Concerts. The latest concert in the series will take place on Friday, November 13 as the Lobero will host a live streamed performance by Steppenwolf’s John Kay.

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Ben Cooper Halloween Costumes From Yesteryear

October 31, 2020October 31, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1940's, 1950's, 1960's, Ben Cooper, Halloween, Pin Ups

During the 1940’s and 1950’s, Halloween costumes weren’t as advanced as ours today. Ben Cooper Inc. primarily manufactured Halloween costumes from the late 1930’s to the late 1980’s, remaining one of the three largest Halloween costume manufacturers ever in the U.S, take a moment and admire these iconic vintage Halloween costumes

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Hear and watch now: The new haunting version of Zager and Evans’ “In The Year 2525” by Groove Guild and it’s spectacular music video

October 30, 2020October 30, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment Groove Guild, In The Year 2525, Zager And Evans

Pop Expresso proudly joins the New York based music company Groove Guild in this fresh awesome rendition of the 1969 classic “In The Year 2525”

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In 1978 “KISS Meets the Phantom of The Park”

October 28, 2020October 29, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1978, 70's, Hard Rock, Kiss, KISS Meets the Phantom of The Park, Movies, Music

During the Halloween season of 1978 KISS makes their film debut on “KISS Meets the Phantom of The Park”, a TV movie made for NBC that features the band as their stage characters. Despite the bad reviews the movie had ever since it’s release, it has now attained cult film status

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Remembering Scott Weiland on his birthday

October 27, 2020October 27, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1967, 2000's, 2010's, 90's, Birthdays, Grunge, Rock, Scott Weiland, Stone Temple Pilots, Velvet Revolver

Scott Weiland was one of Rock’s greatest and more distinctive voices over the last 30 years. Together with the Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver he made songs that are now regarded as solid classics such as “Plush” or “Interstate Love Song”. Scott passed away in 2015 at age 48, today he would had turned 53

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Remembering the legendary “Dracula” Bela Lugosi on his anniversary

October 20, 2020October 20, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1882, 1920's, 1930's, 1940's, 1950's, Bela Lugosi, Birthdays, Horror, Movies

Just 11 days before Halloween is the birth of charismatic Hungarian actor, Bela Lugosi, the most iconic of all Dracula’s. We remember Bela on his anniversary

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Hocus Pocus Celebrates 27th Anniversary

October 19, 2020October 19, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1993, Bette Midler, comedy horror, Disney, film, Halloween, Hocus Pocus, Kathy Najimy, Massachusetts, Salem, Sanderson sisters, Sarah Jessica Parker, witches

It’s been 27 years since the world was graced with the beloved cult-classic, Hocus Pocus, and the film has been a perennial Halloween favorite ever since.

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The Life and Career Of Nico

October 16, 2020October 16, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1938, 60's, Alternative, Andy Warhol, Birthdays, Germany, Music, Nico, The Velvet Underground

From Berlin to Chelsea Hotel, model, actress, singer, Warhol Superstar, Rock Star lover were just some of the roles Nico lived during her short but intense life. She is best remembered as one of The Velvet Underground’s vocalists on their debut album “The Velvet Underground & Nico” but Nico’s stunning songs and solo career left an undeniable influence on modern music. We look back at her life on her 82nd birthday

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Vampira: The First Glamour Ghoul of Horror

October 16, 2020October 16, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1953, 50's, Ed Wood, Horror, Maila Nurmi, Movies, TV, Vampira

The story of the legendary Vampira Show is a tough one to tell. Only two minutes of the early 1950’s series survive on YouTube, although an episode of the show was reconstructed and released in October 2007. The woman behind the campy, late-night horror hostess Vampira was Maila Nurmi

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Remembering TV Pioneer Ed Sullivan

October 13, 2020October 14, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1974, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's, Ed Sullivan, The Ed Sullivan Show, TV

“The Ed Sullivan Show” remains the mother of all varieties shows. More than 40 years after it’s end, the show remains a favorite among Pop Culture fans and culturally relevant. The man behind and in front of the show, Ed Sullivan, one of modern TV pioneers, he passed away on this day in 1974

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John Lennon 80th Anniversary Special

October 9, 2020October 9, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1940, Birthdays, John Lennon, Special, The Beatles

To celebrate the life of an absolute icon we’ve put together 6 special features on John Lennon life and career

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John Lennon: An intimate portrait

October 9, 2020October 9, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1940, 60's, 70's, Birthdays, John Lennon, Music, Special, The Beatles

On October 9th, 1940 in Liverpool, England, one of 20th century and all times absolute icons was born, we look back at the life and career of John Lennon

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Eddie Van Halen 1955-2020 – A Chapter that closes in Rock history

October 7, 2020October 7, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments Eddie Van Halen, Van Halen

With the death of Eddie Van Halen on October 6th, 2020, another chapter closes in Rock music history. Let’s remember him recapping six of Van Halen’s biggest and most enduring hits

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Montserrat Caballé and Freddie Mercury: When Rock and Opera blend majestically and perfectly in “Barcelona”

October 7, 2020October 7, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1980's, 1987, 2018, 80's, Barcelona, Duet, Freddie Mercury, Montserrat Cabballé, Music, Opera, Rock

On October 6, 2018, Spanish operatic soprano Montserrat Caballé passed away at age 85, we’ll remember her for the impressive operatic career and for her majestic and daring 1987 duet with Freddie Mercury

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The Life And Career Of Janis “Pearl” Joplin

October 4, 2020October 5, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1967, 1970, 60's, Big Brother & The Holding Company, Blues, Classic Rock, Janis Joplin, Music, Pearl, Rock

She paved the way for the modern female Rock Star, through her attitude, looks and voice, her unique vocals and charisma have placed her on the Rock Stardom Pantheon, we look back at the force of nature that was Janis Joplin

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The Last Race Of James Dean

September 30, 2020September 30, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1931, 1955, 50's, Actor, Hollywood, Icon, James Dean, Movies

Today marks the 65th anniversary of James Dean’s death. We look back at his short life and career and find what still makes him relevant to this day

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The Electric Warrior Marc Bolan 73rd Anniversary

September 30, 2020September 30, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1947, 1977, 70's, David Bowie, Glam Rock, Guitar, Marc Bolan, Music, Rock

We look back at the amazing life and career of the charismatic Glam Rock icon T.Rex’s Marc Bolan on his 73rd Anniversary

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Jerry Lee Lewis, The Killer Turns 85

September 29, 2020September 29, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1935, 1956, 50's, Birthdays, Jerry Lee Lewis, Music, Rock, Rock N' Roll, Sun Records

He was the prototypical Rock Star. Long before the late 60’s and 70’s era of rock stardom excess, Jerry Lee Lewis already was living the wild Rock Star life in the 1950’s. His bad wild boy reputation as well as his non conventional stage antics that included wild and energetic performances and instrument smash before Rockers did it, earned him the nickname “The Killer”, today, he turns 85

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Remembering TV Pioneer Ed Sullivan On His Birthday

September 28, 2020September 28, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1901, 1974, 50's, 60's, CBS, Ed Sullivan, Entertainment, Music, The Ed Sullivan Show, TV, Variety

One of the biggest hosts in TV history, a talent hunter and starmaker, sometimes controversial, Ed Sullivan was born on this day in 1901. We look back at The Ed Sullivan show history

Music Record Reviews Reviews Special Features Spotlight The 1960's The Doors Worth a Read

The Strange Days Of The Doors

September 25, 2020September 25, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1967, 60's, Elektra, Jim Morrison, John Densmore, Music, Psychedelic, Ray Manzarek, Review, Robby Krieger, Rock, Strange Days, The Doors

The Doors are to this day one of the most influential rock bands that ever existed, no doubt about it, even if you don’t like their music, but their influence spreads beyond rock music and beyond music even. In this article we’ll explore The Doors second album “Strange Days released on September 25th, 1967

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The Life And Career Of The Boss

September 23, 2020September 23, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1949, 2000's, 2010's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, Bruce Springsteen, Classic Rock, Music, Rock, The Boss

Bruce Springsteen turns 71 today He is known as The Boss and has been an enduring Rock music force over the last 40 years. A political and social voice and folk poet, Bruce Springsteen has come a long way since the release of his first record in 1973. We look back at his life and career

Kurt Cobain 51st Anniversary Special Music Nirvana Record Reviews Records Reviews Spotlight The 1990's Worth a Read

Revisiting “In Utero”, Nirvana’s Last Testament

September 21, 2020September 22, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1993, 90's, Alternative Rock, Grunge, In Utero, Music, Nirvana, Records, Reviews, Rock

Released officially worldwide on September 21st, 1993, “In Utero” it’s the most corrosive of all Nirvana albums and light years away from it’s predecessor the successful 1991 “Nevermind” that brought fame to the Seattle band and put them on the lead of the Grunge movement in the early 90’s

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Celebrating Mama Cass Elliot Birthday

September 19, 2020September 19, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1941, 1974, 60's, Birthdays, Mama Cass Elliot, Music, The Mamas & The Papas

Mama Cass Elliot continues to be one of the most popular and iconic pop singers ever. Her recognizable vocals and charisma helped many of The Mamas & The Papas songs achieving a popularity that endures to this day

Jimi Hendrix Music Spotlight The 1960's The 1970's Worth a Read

Looking back at the life and career of the legendary Jimi Hendrix

September 18, 2020September 19, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970, 27 Club, 60's, 70's, Jimi Hendrix, Rock, The Jimi Hendrix Experience

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the loss of one of rock music’s great icons and legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix, who died on September 18, 1970 in London. We look back at his life and career

Music Spotlight The 1970's Worth a Read

Remembering The Electric Warrior Marc Bolan

September 16, 2020September 17, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1977, 70's, David Bowie, Glam, Guitar, Marc Bolan, Music, Rock, T.Rex

An absolute icon of Glam Rock, T.Rex’s Marc Bolan passed away 43 years ago on this day. We look back at his life and career

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Remembering The Man In Black

September 12, 2020September 12, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 2003, 50's, 60's, Country, Johnny Cash, Music, Rock, Rock N' Roll, Sun Records

Today marks the 17th anniversary of the passing of legendary country musician and icon Johnny Cash. We take a look back at his life and career

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Celebrating the life of the legendary Otis Redding

September 9, 2020September 9, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1941, 1967, 60's, Monterey, Music, Otis Redding, Rock, Soul

The influential singer and composer Otis Redding was born on this day in 1941, we look back at his life and legacy

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Genius musician and Pink Floyd founder Roger Waters turns 77

September 6, 2020September 7, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, Birthdays, Dark Side Of The Moon, Music, Pink Floyd, Roger Waters, The Wall

Looking back at the life and career of the influential Pink Floyd’s maestro and genius Roger Waters

Freddie Mercury Special Music Queen Spotlight The 1970's The 1980's The 1990's Worth a Read

Larger Than Life

September 5, 2020February 24, 2021 Pop Expresso 0 Comments Birthdays, Freddie Mercury, Freddie Mercury Special, Music, Queen, Rock

Party animal and animal lover, talented musician and artist, composer and performer, generous friend and passionate lover, Freddie Mercury embodied the Rock N’ Roll mythical excess during his life

Birthdays Music Queen Special Features Spotlight The 1970's The 1980's The 1990's Worth a Read

Freddie Mercury 74th Anniversary Special

September 5, 2020September 5, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1970's, 1980's, 1990's, Birthdays, Bohemian Rhapssody, Freddie Mercury, Hard Rock, Music, Pop, Queen, Rock, Specials

To celebrate the life of an absolute icon Pop Expresso put together 12 features on Freddie Mercury and Queen

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Remembering the genius of Alan Wilson

September 3, 2020September 3, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1970, 1970's, 27 Club, 60's, Al Wilson, Canned Heat, Music, Rock

The “Blind Owl” was the second Rock star to enter the 27 Club in the two years dark circle that started with the Rolling Stones’ Brian Jones one year earlier

Birthdays Michael Jackson Music Spotlight The 1970's The 1980's The 1990's Worth a Read

Michael Jackson 62nd Anniversary Special

August 29, 2020August 29, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1970's, 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, Bad, Birthdays, Jackson Five, King of Pop, Michael Jackson, Music, Off The Wall, Pop, Special 1980s, Thriller

6 Special Features including new articles and quizzes to mark The King Of Pop 62nd Anniversary. Check them out!

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Director Tim Burton turns 62 today

August 25, 2020August 25, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1958, 1980's, 1990's, 2000's, 80's, 90's, Batman, Beetlejuice, Big Eyes, Big Fish, Corpse Bride, director, Ed Wood, Edward Scissorhands, films, Frankenweenie, Johnny Depp, Pee-wee's Big Adventure, Sweeney Todd, Tim Burton

Tim Burton was born in Burbank, California, on August 25, 1958, Burton is known for his dark, gothic, and eccentric horror and fantasy films. To celebrate his birthday, we went back through his entire filmography and ranked his top 10 films.

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Robert Plant, The Golden God 72nd Anniversary Special

August 20, 2020August 20, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1970's, Birthdays, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Led Zeppelin, Music, Robert Plant, Rock

Robert Plant, the self-acclaimed Golden God, is one of Rock’s most influential singers and figures ever, with an enduring following that impacts multiple generations of music fans

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Remembering the influential drummer Ginger Baker

August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1970's, Birthdays, Blind Faith, Cream, Ginger Baker, Music

The former Cream and Blind Faith member is often regarded as Rock’s first drummer superstar, he was born on this day in 1939. Look back at his influential and musically rich career

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Deep Purple’s eternal lead singer Ian Gillian turns 75

August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1980's, 70's, 80's, Birthdays, Black Sabbath, Classic Rock, Deep Purple, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Ian Gillian, Music, Rock, Smoke On The Water

It’s a fact, that Ian Gillian will always be regarded as Deep Purple’s eternal lead singer, despite not being a founding member of the band and being replaced twice

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Remembering the Easy Rider Peter Fonda

August 16, 2020August 19, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, counterculture, Easy Rider, Peter Fonda

The younger brother of Jane Fonda, son of Henry Fonda, father of Bridget Fonda and 1960’s counterculture icon passed away on the 16th of August 2019. During his lifetime Fonda contributed not only to movies but also supporting Rock bands and artists during the 1960’s and even inspired The Beatles to write a famous line in a song

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Madonna: The Absolute Queen Of Pop 62nd Birthday*

August 16, 2020August 16, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1980's, 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, Birthday, Birthdays, Like A Virgin, Madame X, Madonna, Music, Pop

Madonna Louise Ciccone doesn’t needs introductions, the living legend who was born on August 16, 1958 turns an amazing 62nd birthday today. We pay tribute to the absolute Queen of Pop with several special features on Pop Expresso including photo galleries, lists of her most defining songs, insights on some of her big hits and also Quizzes

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David Crosby turns 79: Looking back at his career and controversial life

August 14, 2020August 14, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1970's, 60's, 70's, Birthdays, Counter Culture, Crosby Stills Nash Young, CSN, David Crosby, Jangle, Mellisa Etheridge, Mr. Tambourine Man, Music, Rock, The Byrds

From problems with addiction and law to politically outspoken views and parenting the child of LGBT singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge and her partner, the founding member of The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, David Crosby, is one of the last men actively standing from the 1960’s counter-culture generation

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Looking back at the influential and iconic Louis Armstrong and five of his best songs

August 4, 2020August 4, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1901, 1920's, 1930's, 1940's, 1950's, 1960's, 20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, Hello Dolly, Jazz, Louis Armstrong, Music, Pop, Satchmo, Trumpet, Vocal, Wonderful World

To talk about Pop Culture, Jazz and overall music in the 20th century and not mentioning Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong, would be ignoring history, we look back briefly at his successful career

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10 of the best Sepultura songs with Max Cavalera

August 4, 2020August 4, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1980's, 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, Brazil, Cavalera Conspiracy, Lists, Max Cavalera, Metal, Music, Rock, Sepultura, Soulfly, Trash Metal

To celebrate the 51st anniversary of Sepultura founder and former frontman Max Cavalera, here’s 10 of their very best songs featuring Max on lead vocals

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Remembering the eclectic British filmmaker Alan Parker: look back at five of his most memorable movies

August 2, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments Alan Parker

Parker died in London, England at age 76 on August 1st. During the 1970’s and 1980’s he made several memorable movies including Mississippi Burning and Midnight Express

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The Hollywood’s Golden Age legend Olivia de Havilland says goodbye at age 104

July 27, 2020July 27, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments Olivia de Havilland

Olivia de Havilland passed away at age 104 on July 26. The Hollywood legendary British actress, first came to prominence in 1935 as a screen couple with Errol Flynn in adventure films including “The Adventures of Robin Hood” and also starred on the 1939 cult classic “Gone with the Wind” and was among the last surviving movie stars of the “Hollywood’s Golden Age”

Birthdays Mick Jagger Special Music Spotlight The 1960's The 1970's The Rolling Stones Worth a Read

77 Licks: Mick Jagger Birthday Special

July 26, 2020July 26, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1943, 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, Classic Rock, Mick Jagger, Music, Rock, Rolling Stones, Specials

The life of Mick Jagger blends with the birth of Modern Rock. Jim Morrison of The Doors once called him “A Prince Among Men”, and, he remains to this day perhaps the most influential Rocker of all time. We’ve compiled some of Mick Jagger’s and the Rolling Stones highlights of their career on this special to celebrate his birthday, also we included a Rolling Stones lyric quiz.

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Controversial German actor Emil Jannings was born on this day in 1884

July 23, 2020July 23, 2020 Pop Expresso 1920's, 1930's, 1940's, 1950's, Actor, Birthday, Emil Jannings, Faust, Germany, Hollywood, Josef Von Sternberg, Movies, Nazi, The Blue Angel

Emil Jannings, who played memorable roles in “Faust” and “The Blue Angel” was the first to ever receive an Academy Award for Best Actor, but his political ties and ideology put an end to his popularity

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The legendary Carlos Santana turns 73

July 20, 2020July 20, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1947, 1960's, 1969, 60's, Birthdays, Classic Rock, Latin, Mexico, Music, Psychedelic, Reviews, Rock, Santana, Woodstock

Carlos Santana it’s one of the most eclectic and experimental musicians in Rock music. We look back at the beginning of his career and Santana’s 1969 debut album today that he turns 73

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The Life and Career Of Nico

July 18, 2020July 19, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, 60's, 70's, 80's, Alternative Rock, Andy Warhol, Art, Classic Rock, Music, Nico, Rock, Velvet Underground

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“Easy Rider”: A timeless portrait of freedom

July 14, 2020July 15, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1969, 60's, biker, counterculture, Cult, Dennis Hopper, drugs, Easy Rider, Jack Nicholson, Movie Reviews, Movies, Peter Fonda, Reviews

Released on July 14, 1969, “Easy Rider” it’s an absolute landmark on counterculture and one of the most iconic and memorable movies ever made, it portrays freedom in a way that remains timeless to this day while it still serves as a 1960’s social portrait

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Revisiting “Queen I” -A Killer Queen

July 13, 2020July 13, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1973, 70's, Brian May, Freddie Mercury, John Deacon, Music, Queen, Review, Rock, Roger Taylor

Revisit and explore Queen’s debut “Queen I” from 1973, one of Rock’s and Metal most important and influential albums, released on this day in 1973

Music Queen Spotlight The 1980's Worth a Read

The spectacular Live Aid took place on this day in 1985

July 13, 2020July 13, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1980's, 1985, 80's, Band Aid, Bob Geldof, Festivals, Live Aid, Music, Pop, Queen, Rock, USA For Africa, Videos

Held on July 13, 1985 at simultaneously at Wembley Stadium in London, England and at the John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, U.S. Live Aid featured a never before seen parade of Pop and Rock artists including Queen, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Madonna, Wham!, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, David Bowie and Bob Dylan among many many others

Music Spotlight The 1960's The Rolling Stones TV Worth a Read

In 1969 the Rolling Stones paid tribute to the fallen Brian Jones in a free concert at Hyde Park

July 5, 2020July 5, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1969, 60's, Brian Jones, Classic Rock, Concerts, Hyde Park, Mick Jagger, Mick Taylor, Music, Rock, Videos

With an estimated crowd between 250,000 and 500,000 fans, the Rolling Stones played a free concert at Hyde Park, London, to pay tribute to Brian Jones who had died two days earlier. Look back at the film of the famous concert

Music Spotlight The 1960's The Doors Worth a Read

When The Doors played their memorable Hollywood Bowl concert on July 5, 1968

July 5, 2020July 5, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1968, 60's, Classic Rock, Concerts, Hollywood Bowl, Jim Morrison, Mick Jagger, Music, Psychedelic Rock, Rock, The Doors, Videos

At the height of their popularity, The Doors played the prestigious Hollywood Bowl on July 5, 1968, a performance that is now regarded as historical. On the audience, a very special and famous guest wanted to learn how to play and control bigger venues and audiences. Learn more about it and read also more facts about this legendary concert

Birthdays Music Spotlight The 1960's The 1970's Worth a Read

Remembering the genius of Alan Wilson

July 4, 2020July 4, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1969, 1970, 27 Club, 60's, Alan Wilson, Blind Owl, Blues, Canned Heat, Music, Rock, Woodstock

The “Blind Owl” one of the most talented musicians, singers and songwriters of his generation and Canned Heat founder was born on this day in 1943, and between 1969 and 1971 he was the second notable rocker to die at age 27, just over a year after Brian Jones and one month before Jimi Hendrix

Music Spotlight The 1960's The 1970's The Doors The Rolling Stones Worth a Read

July 3, 1969 – July 3, 1971: A dark circle on Rock history that begun with Brian Jones and ended with Jim Morrison

July 3, 2020July 3, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1969, 1970's, 1971, 27 Club, 60's, 70's, Alan Wilson, Brian Jones, Classic Rock, Deaths, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix, Music, Psychedelic Rock, Rock

July 3 it’s one of the darkest days on the history of Rock music, during exactly two years several Rock stars died at age 27 between July 3, 1969 and July 3, 1971 beginning with the Rolling Stones’s Brian Jones and ending on The Doors’ Jim Morrison

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The Jim Morrison Tribute To Brian Jones: “Ode To L.A. while thinking of Brian Jones, Deceased”

July 3, 2020July 3, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1969, 27 Club, Books, Brian Jones, Jim Morrison, Poetry, The Doors

In July 1969, three weeks after The Rolling Stones guitarist Brian Jones died at age 27, Jim Morrison distributed to concert goers at two performances by The Doors, a self-published four page pamphlet featuring a poem/meditation on the death of Jones titled “Ode To L.A. while thinking of Brian Jones,, Deceased”. Oddly, exactly 2 years later, on July 3, 1971, also Morrison would pass ate the same age of 27. Read the full poem

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George Michael 57th Anniversary Special

June 25, 2020June 25, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1963, 1980's, 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, 2016, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, George Michael, Music, Pop, Rock, Specials, Wham

The Pop icon and legend George Michael would had turned 57 today. To celebrate his life, we’ve put together six articles previously published including album reviews, a quiz, a photo gallery and an intimate look

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The Yardbirds and Keith Relf: Three essential Rock albums for your collection

June 16, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1970's, Keith Relf, Music, Records, Reviews, The Yardbirds

Recently, three albums were added to The Yardbirds discography, two of them available for the first time remastered and in the best sound quality, including officially unreleased tracks.

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Live! Blueswailing July ’64: The Yardbirds Energetic Live Experience

June 16, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, Eric Clapton, Jim McCarty, Keith Relf, Music, Records, Reviews, The Yardbirds

“Live! Blueswailing July ’64” by The Yardbirds, It’s not only a live album, it’s a historical testimony of a group of talented musicians giving their best all together on stage, not merely playing music, but also creating it

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“The Yardbirds Live at the BBC Revisited”: An absolute Rock music document

June 16, 2020June 16, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1960's, BBC, Chris Dreja, Jeff Beck, Jim McCarty, Jimmy Page, Keith Relf, Records, Reviews, Rock, The Yardbirds

With “Live at the BBC Revisited” you can follow the band’s increasingly creative and complex progression together with their successive and legendary line ups with different lead guitarists that included Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page

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(Re)discovering the timeless sounds and voice of Keith Relf

June 16, 2020June 16, 2020 Pop Expresso 1 Comment 1960's, 1970's, All The Falling Angels, Folk, Keith Relf, Pop, Reviews, Rock, The Yardbirds

“All The Falling Angels” is a collection of songs by Keith Relf which include not only his solo singles but also several unreleased songs and demos which were recorded between 1965 and 1976. On this album you will find the true essence of of Relf’s solo career, where he experimented with folk, classical, electronic and psychedelic music, leaving behind the R&B that defined the Yardbirds early year

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“The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars”: David Bowie’s breakthrough masterpiece

June 16, 2020June 16, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1972, 70's, David Bowie, Glam Rock, Music, Proto Punk, Records, Reviews, Rock, Starman, Ziggy Stardust

Released on June 16, 1972, “The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars” gave birth to one of Rock’s most enduring characters, Ziggy Stardust, David Bowie’s most famous creation. We revisit the story of Ziggy Stardust and the songs of this timeless album

Galleries Music Spotlight The 1980's Worth a Read

Boy George: A Pop Chameleon in Photos

June 14, 2020June 14, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1980's, 1990's, 80's, 90's, Boy George, Culture Club, Galleries, Gallery, Icon, Music, New Romantic, Photos, Pop, Rock

Boy George emerged during the early 1980’s from the Post-Punk movement named New Romantic, through his music and looks he broke down barriers and destroyed prejudice. Take look back at his influential and inspiring career in photographs

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The day Brian Jones was dismissed from the Rolling Stones

June 8, 2020June 8, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1969, 27, 60's, Brian Jones, Charlie Watts, Classic Rock, Guitarist, Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, Mick Taylor, Psychedelic Rock, Rock, Rolling Stones

After several months of alienation and self-isolation in his Cotchford Farm home, Brian Jones, founding member, and guitarist of the Rolling Stones was visited by Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, and Charlie Watts to discuss the future of the band

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Remembering the legendary music genius Prince with his Top 20 songs

June 7, 2020June 6, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1958, 1980's, 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, 2016, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, Dance, Funk, Lists, Music, Pop, Prince, Purple Rain, Rock

Prince Rogers Nelson was born 62 years ago, one of the absolute pop music genius of all times, he left behind a diverse and enormous body of work. We remember Prince with the list of his 20 best and most popular songs

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The Beatles “Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band”: A Splendid Time Is Guaranteed For All

May 26, 2020May 28, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960, 1967, 60's, A Day in the Life, George Harrison, George Martin, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Pop Culture, Ringo Starr, Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band, The Beatles, When I'm Sixty-Four, With a Little Help from My Friends

It’s 2020, and The Beatles masterpiece “Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band” turns 53. It’s no longer 20 years ago today but 51, and in an ocean of reviews and articles, this is just another one to celebrate the existence of one of the most acclaimed and influential albums of all times, not just in Rock or Pop, but in the whole Pop Culture imaginary

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David Bowie’s “Diamond Dogs”: A darker look into a future legend

May 24, 2020May 23, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1974, 1984, 70's, Classic Rock, David Bowie, Diamond Dogs, Glam Rock, Halloween Jack, Music, Records, Reviews, Rock, Ziggy Stardust

Originally composed for a musical based on the George Orwell’s book “1984”, “Diamond Dogs”, was released on May 24, 1974, it remains one of David Bowie’s darkest and most influential albums. We revisit this absolute classic

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The Amazing Miss Grace Jones

May 19, 2020May 20, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1980's, Birthdays, Fashion, Galleries, Grace Jones, Jamaica, Model, Music, Pop, Style

Over the last 40 years, many were the artists that were pointed as Queens of Pop, but despite never having scored strings of hits and sold millions of records, the amazing Grace Jones is the righteous Queen and turns 72 today

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Looking back on how Adamski’s single “Killer” launched the very successful career of Seal in 1990

May 12, 2020May 13, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1990, 1990's, 90's, Adamski, House, Killer, Music, Seal, Techno

To look back at the 1990 song “Killer” is to look back at the very beginning of Seal’s successful career in music, despite being the British DJ and producer Adamski’s name that was promoted

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The legendary Rock royalty marriage of Mick and Bianca Jagger

May 12, 2020May 13, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1971, 70's, Bianca Jagger, Classic Rock, Mick Jagger, Music, Rock, The Rolling Stones

Mick and Bianca Jagger married on May 12, 1971, in Saint Tropez and the ceremony became a legend of its own, featuring celebrity guests and embarrassing moments

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The final chords of Brian Jones with the Stones

May 12, 2020May 13, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1968, 27 Club, 60's, Brian Jones, Classic Rock, Music, Rock, The Rolling Stones

1968 marked the definitive departure of Brian Jones from the band he created, the Rolling Stones, by 1969, the split was inevitable and later that year, he tragically died at age 27

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The Legend Of Sid Vicious: Live Fast, Die Young

May 10, 2020May 9, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments Birthdays, British, Chelsea Hotel, London, Music, Nancy Spungen, New York, Punk, Punk Rock, Rock, Sex Pistols, Sid Vicious

2020 Music Special Features Spotlight The 1950's Worth a Read

Little Richard, the farewell to an absolute legend at age 87

May 9, 2020May 9, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments Little Richard, Rock N'Roll

An influential figure in popular music and culture for seven decades, with his dynamic music and charismatic showmanship, Little Richard laid the foundation for Rock N’ Roll, his music played a key role in the formation of other popular music genres, including soul and funk. Little Richard influenced numerous singers and musicians across musical genres and he was a pioneer on the Rock N’ Roll lifestyle, on the aesthetic of Rock concerts and wardrobe. We couldn’t imagine Rock music without Little Richard. Look back at the life and career of the self-proclaimed Queen of Rock N’Roll

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Rudolph Valentino, Hollywood’s first pop icon

May 6, 2020May 6, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1920's, 1926, Birthdays, Movies, Rudolph Valentino, Silent, The Sheik

Rudolph Valentino was Hollywood’s first Pop icon, a prototype for dozens of actors to come reflected in the way he managed his stylish image and career. We look back at his amazing and influential career during the 1920’s Hollywood

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The timeless genius of Orson Welles: 6 essential movies

May 6, 2020May 6, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1940's, 1941, 1950's, 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, Birthdays, Citizen Kane, Hollywood, Lists, Movies, Orson Welles, Outsider

One of Hollywood’s first rebels, Orson Welles turned his back on the movie industry during the late 1940’s, disappointed by the lack of artistic freedom given to directors and actors

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The French Yé-Yé icon Jacques Dutronc turns 77 today

April 28, 2020April 28, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 60's, Birthdays, France, French, Jacques Dutronc, Music, Pop, Rock, Yé-Yé

Due to his sense of fashion, his looks, style and original music compositions, Jacques Dutronc quickly became an Icon, filling pages of the French magazine “Salut Les Copains” with stylish photographs

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Ten of the very best Kiss songs during Ace Frehley’s era

April 27, 2020April 26, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1980's, 70's, 80's, Ace Frehley, Birthdays, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Kiss, Lists, Music, Rock, The Spaceman

Ace Frehley aka The Spaceman original guitarist and founding member of KISS remained with the band from 1973 to 1982, regarded as their most creative and successful period

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The Electronic Pop music genius Giorgio Moroder turns 80 today

April 26, 2020April 26, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1980's, 70's, 80's, Birthdays, Disco, Donna Summer, Electronic, Giorgio Moroder, Italian, Italy, Movies, Music, Pop

Giorgio Moroder’s career has been filled with hit upon hit, he has been awarded Oscars, Grammys and even Golden Globes and, he is responsible for some of the most memorable Electronic Pop music songs ever. We look back at his impressive career

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Al Pacino’s 5 essential movies

April 25, 2020April 24, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1940, 1970's, 1980's, 1990's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Actor, Al Pacino, Birthdays, Godfather, Lists, Movies

Al Pacino rose to fame during the 1970’s when he appeared in the 1972 acclaimed movie “The Godfather” where he portrayed Michael Corleone

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Revisiting “Sticky Fingers”, one of the Rolling Stones absolute masterpieces

April 23, 2020April 23, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1971, 70's, Blues Rock, Classic Rock, Jagger, Music, Records, Reviews, Richards, Sticky Fingers, The Rolling Stones

One of Rock’s greatest and unbeatable albums, “Sticky Fingers” marks the beginning of a new era to the Rolling Stones, without Brian Jones

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Iggy Pop: The 9 Lives Of The Iguana

April 21, 2020April 21, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, 1990's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Alternative Rock, Birthdays, Iggy and The Stooges, Iggy Pop, Music, Punk, Rock, Special, The Stooges

Iggy Pop is a survivor, a warrior of Rock music that we must be grateful for still being able to witness on his ongoing legendary career. Today he turns 73 and we look back at his life and career

Music Record Reviews Records Reviews Special Features Spotlight The 1990's Worth a Read

Revisiting the 1993 Aerosmith’s hit album “Get A Grip”, a timeless record

April 20, 2020April 19, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1993, 90's, Aerosmith, Alternative Rock, Geffen, Get A Grip, Hard Rock, Joe Perry, Music, Records, Reviews, Rock, Steven Tyler

In 1993 Aerosmith released one of the greatest albums of their career, “Get A Grip”. Featuring a string of hit singles and music videos that blend the band’s Hard Rock sound together with Pop sensibilities and Alternative Rock, making them fit to belong to the 1990’s Rock scene. We revisit this timeless Rock classic by Aerosmith

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Charlie Chaplin’s 5 essential movies

April 16, 2020April 16, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1889, Actor, Birthdays, Charlie Chaplin, Charlot, Comedy, Comic, Movies, Silent

Born 131 years ago, through his screen persona, “The Tramp” aka “Charlot”, Charlie Chaplin became a worldwide icon

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Remembering the Rolling Stones controversial muse and original Stone girl Anita Pallenberg on her birthday

April 6, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1970's, Anita Pallenberg, Birthdays, Brian Jones, Fashion, Keith Richards, Rolling Stones

The German-Italian actress and model who was in relationships with Brian Jones and Keith Richards caused one of the earliest fractures within the band

2020 Breaking! Music Special Features Spotlight The 1960's The 1970's The 1980's The 1990's The Rolling Stones Worth a Read

1960’s icon and Rolling Stones muse Marianne Faithfull is being treated for COVID-19 in a London hospital

April 5, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 2020, Covid-19, Marianne Faithfull, Rollng Stones

The legendary Marianne Faithfull is struggling for life in a London hospital after being rushed to the hospital where she was diagnosed with COVID-19

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Remembering the life and career of the acting legend Marlon Brando

April 3, 2020April 2, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1950's, 1970's, Birthdays, James Dean, Marlon Brando, Movies, The Godfather

With a brillant career and a very controversial life, Brando remains an absolute icon, legend and influential figure in pop culture

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Serge Gainsbourg: A Life Dedicated to Music, Poetry, Art, Women and Controversy

April 2, 2020April 2, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1928, 1950's, 1960's, 1969, 1970's, 1980's, 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, Beat, Birthdays, Brigitte Bardot, France, French, Jane Birkin, Jazz, Music, Poetry, Pop, Rock, Serge Gainsbourg, Yé-Yé

Serge Gainsbourg was born on April 2, 1928, 92 years ago. He lived a lifetime dedicated to life’s best things, with high dosages of scandal and controversy mixed along with his unique genius for writing poetry and music. We look back at the life and career of this French icon.

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Revisiting “The Velvet Underground & Nico”, a timeless music gem

March 12, 2020March 12, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1967, 60's, Alternative, Andy Warhol, Art, John Cale, Lou Reed, Music, Nico, Noise, Records, Reviews, Rock, The Velvet Underground & Nico

Revisiting one of the most visionary and influential albums of all time, the 1967 “The Velvet Underground & Nico”

Music Special Features Spotlight The 1960's The 1970's The Doors Worth a Read

On this day in 1971 Jim Morrison lands in Paris for his final journey

March 11, 2020March 11, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1971, 70's, Jim Morrison, Music, Paris, Rock, The Doors

Jim Morrison moved to Paris to get away from the claws of fame and to sober up, but what he found in Paris, ultimately lead him to his demise at age 27. What really happened on July 3, 1971?

Lists Music Special Features Spotlight The 1990's Worth a Read

The Prodigy Top 10 Songs

March 9, 2020March 9, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, 90's, Dance, Firestarter, Keith Flint, Lists, Music, Prodigy, Techno

The Prodigy revolutionized Dance and Techno music and successfully brought an unique mix of Techno, Rock and Metal to the mainstream. Here’s 10 of the very best Prodigy songs

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Black and White photography by Ken Warren on display now in Fantastic Lisbon

March 7, 2020March 7, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 2010's, Black and White, ken warren, Lisbon, Photography, Pop Expresso, Portugal

A honest and unfiltered, unpretentious look at the many faces of the city in the 21st century, where you can find an unique perspective of it

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Love singer Arthur Lee was born 75 years ago

March 7, 2020March 7, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1945, 1960's, 60's, Arthur Lee, Baroque, Birthdays, Love, Music, Psychedelic, Rock

Arthur Lee rose to fame with the band Love during the late 1960’s who made timeless hits such as “7 and 7 Is” and “Orange Skies”. He was born on this day in 1945

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The Rolling Stones scored their fourth U.S No.1 in 1967 with “Ruby Tuesday”

March 4, 2020March 4, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1960's, 1967, 60's, Brian Jones, Classic Rock, Keith Richards, Music, Pop, Rock, Rolling Stones, Ruby Tuesday

The song, coupled as double A-side single with the risque “Let’s Spend The Night Together”, remains one of the Stones biggest hits, read some interesting facts on who actually wrote it and who was Ruby Tuesday

Music Record Reviews Records Reviews Special Features Spotlight The 1960's The Rolling Stones Worth a Read

Revisiting The Rolling Stones Psychedelic adventure “Their Satanic Majesties Request”

February 28, 2020February 28, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1967, 3D, 60's, Brian Jones, Keith Richards, Lenticular, Michael Cooper, Mick Jagger, Music, Psychedelic, Review, Rock, The Rolling Stones, Their Satanic Majesties Request

“An anomaly in The Rolling Stones” discography someone once said, but for many people it’s one of their top 10 favorite Stones albums of all time. “Their Satanic Majesties Request” was released on the 8th of December 1967

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The legendary self-proclaimed “Queen Of Rock N’ Roll” Little Richard turns 87 today

December 5, 2019December 5, 2020 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1932, 1955, 1957, 2000's, 2010's, 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, Little Richard, Music, Rock N' Roll

“Elvis may be the King of Rock and Roll, but I am the Queen. ” said Little Richard once. An influential figure in popular music and culture for seven decades, with his dynamic music and charismatic showmanship, he laid the foundation for Rock N’ Roll, his music played a key role in the formation of other popular music genres. We couldn’t imagine Rock music without Little Richard. He celebrates 87 years old today, we look back at his life and career

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Ken Warren, an eye for beauty, a mind for knowledge

February 27, 2019October 3, 2020 David Warren 0 Comments ken warren, popexpresso

Pop Expresso invites you to have an intimate look on Ken’s life through his articles and photography on the day he was born

Birthdays Music Queen Spotlight The 1970's The 1980's The 1990's Worth a Read

Freddie Mercury 72nd Anniversary Special

September 5, 2018September 5, 2019 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1980's, 1990's, Birthdays, Bohemian Rhapsody, Freddie Mercury, Hard Rock, Music, Pop, Queen, Rock, Specials

To celebrate the life of an absolute icon we’ve put together 9 features on Freddie Mercury and Queen

Birthdays Michael Jackson Michael Jackson Special Music Spotlight The 1970's The 1980's The 1990's Worth a Read

Michael Jackson 60th Anniversary Special

August 28, 2018March 13, 2019 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1958, Birthdays, Michael Jackson Special, Music, Specials, Spotlight, The 1970’s, The 1980’s, The 1990’s

6 Special Features including new articles and quizzes to mark The King Of Pop 60th Anniversary. Check them out!

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Robert Plant, The Golden God 70th Anniversary Special

August 20, 2018 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1970's, 1980's, 70's, 80's, Birthdays, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Led Zeppelin, Music, Robert Plant, Rock, Specials

Robert Plant, the self-acclaimed Golden God, is one of Rock’s most influential singers and figures ever, with an enduring following that impacts multiple generations of music fans

Birthdays Madonna Madonna Special Music Spotlight The 1980's Worth a Read

Madonna: The Absolute Queen Of Pop 60th Birthday

August 16, 2018March 13, 2019 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1958, 1980's, 1990's, 2000's, 2010's, 60, 80's, 90's, Birthdays, Madonna, Music, Pop, Special

Madonna Louise Ciccone doesn’t needs introductions, the living legend who was born on August 16, 1958 turns an amazing 60th birthday today. We pay tribute to the absolute Queen of Pop with several special features on Pop Expresso including photo galleries, lists of her most defining songs, insights on some of her big hits and also Quizzes

Jim Morrison 74th Birthday Special Music Spotlight The 1960's The 1970's The Doors Worth a Read

Jim Morrison 74th Anniversary Special

December 8, 2017August 22, 2018 Pop Expresso 0 Comments 1943, 1960's, Birthdays, Jim Morrison, Special, The Doors

To celebrate the 74th anniversary of the legendary and iconic Jim Morrison, we’ve put together six articles about his life and work, including a recap of his short but significant life, a quiz, a review of all The Doors six studio albums with Morrison, a collection of his best quotes and more