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In 1983 Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” changes the game for music videos

Directed by John Landis and starring Jackson and former Playboy centerfold Ola Ray, the iconic music video for “Thriller” had the length of 14 minutes and premiered on this day in 1983

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Love singer Arthur Lee was born 80 years ago

March 7, 2025 Pop Expresso 4 min read

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

Jason Newsted turns 62: Here are ten of his best moments with Metallica

March 4, 2025 David Warren 3 min read

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

March 4, 2025 Pop Expresso 3 min read

David Johansen 1950-2025

March 1, 2025 Pop Expresso 2 min read

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Birthdays

The Monkees’ Michael Dolenz turns 80 today

March 8, 2025 Pop Expresso 2 min read

Michael Dolenz reached the peak of his success worldwide as a member of 1960’s American Pop sensation The Monkees, he was born on this day in 1945

1980’s hit maker Taylor Dayne was born on this day in 1962

March 7, 2025 Pop Expresso 1 min read

Ernie Isley celebrates 73

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Love singer Arthur Lee was born 80 years ago

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David Johansen 1950-2025

March 1, 2025 Pop Expresso 2 min read

The frontman of the influential proto-punk and glam rock band New York Dolls, passed away on February 28, 2025, at the age of 75. He was the last surviving member of the band’s original line-up.

Gene Hackman 1930-2025

February 27, 2025 Pop Expresso 3 min read

Roberta Flack 1937-2025

February 25, 2025 Pop Expresso 2 min read

So long, Marianne: Marianne Faithfull 1946-2025

January 31, 2025 Pop Expresso 8 min read

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The Doors’ Solid Rock of “Morrison Hotel”

February 9, 2025 David Warren 7 min read

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

The 1969 Seattle Pop Festival: The unexpected crossover between the late 1960’s Psychedelic and Acid Rock scene with the upcoming 1970’s Hard Rock

July 25, 2024 Pop Expresso 4 min read

Inside the mind of The Lizard King

July 3, 2021 David Warren 6 min read

The Doors play their first European tour concert at the Roundhouse in London

September 7, 2024 Pop Expresso 2 min read

Galleries

Madonna: The Reinvention Queen – The 2000’s and 2010’s

August 16, 2024 Pop Expresso 1 min read

Madonna has been dictating the fashion industry since the early 1980’s when she first became popular with her unique “Madonna Look” which included crucifixes, lots of bracelets and street wear. We’ve selected some of her best images between 2000 and 2018 on this gallery, get inspired by the absolute Queen of Pop

The Amazing Miss Grace Jones

May 19, 2024 Pop Expresso 3 min read

Boy George: A Pop Chameleon in Photos

June 14, 2024 Pop Expresso 1 min read

Madonna: The Reinvention Queen – The 1980’s

August 16, 2024 Pop Expresso 1 min read

Movie Lists

On Gus Van Sant’s 72nd birthday, check out his Top 5 films

July 24, 2024 Pop Expresso 2 min read

Famous film director, screenwriter, painter, photographer, musician and author Gus Van Sant turn 72 today. Born on July 24, 1952, in Louisville, Kentucky. Here are Gus Van Sant’s 5 best films over his career.

On Bette Davis birthday, check out her Top 5 films

April 5, 2024 Pop Expresso 1 min read

On Francis Ford Coppola’s 85th birthday, check out his Top 5 films

April 7, 2024 Pop Expresso 1 min read

On his 61st birthday, check out the Top 5 Quentin Tarantino films

March 27, 2024 Pop Expresso 1 min read

Featured on the Nirvana Vault

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

February 20, 2025 Pop Expresso 6 min read

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

In 1991 Nirvana kick-start the Alternative Rock revolution

September 10, 2024 Pop Expresso 2 min read

In 1993 Nirvana goes acoustic for MTV Unplugged

November 18, 2024 Pop Expresso 3 min read

Nirvana delivers an explosive performance at Saturday Night Live on this day in 1992

January 11, 2025 Pop Expresso 2 min read

Featured on the Michael Jackson Vault

Michael Jackson 59th Anniversary Special

August 29, 2017 Pop Expresso 0 min read

6 Special Features including new articles and quizzes to mark The King Of Pop 59th Anniversary. Check them out!

In 1991 Michael Jackson’s “Black or White” enters the UK charts at No.1

November 23, 2024 Pop Expresso 2 min read

Michael Jackson climbs to No.1 on the US Hot 100 in 1983 with his smash hit “Billie Jean”

March 5, 2025 Pop Expresso 3 min read

The King of Pop is a guest voice on The Simpsons in the episode “Stark Raving Dad”

September 19, 2024 Pop Expresso 2 min read

Featured on the George Michael Vault

“Careless Whisper”, the debut solo single of George Michael climbs the charts in 1984

August 18, 2024 Pop Expresso 3 min read

How did George Michael felt about his debut solo single “Careless Whisper”, one of the 1980’s absolute Pop classics, that peaked to No.1 on August 18, 1984

Quiz! How Well Do You Know George Michael?

June 25, 2024 Pop Expresso 0 min read

Revisiting George Michael’s “Listen Without Prejudice Vol.1”

June 25, 2024 David Warren 4 min read

Revisiting George Michael’s 1987 masterpiece “Faith”

June 25, 2024 David Warren 5 min read

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