Music

Born in the AOR era, one of the greatest Rock bands on the planet, Toto, survived many decades. They are still strong. And they are coming to Germany.

By March, it was clear that this year was going to be bad. Now we know this whole pandemic thing will drag on a lot longer than anticipated. The good news is…

In the late 1970s, something called Funk hit the world. It came out of the United States of America and spread all over the place. Once it was out, nothing…

Some forty years ago, between 1975 and 1982, the best examples of Adult-Oriented Rock tunes were recorded. Now AOR quality tunes are back, thanks to a few players.

Bossa Nova and Samba recorded in the 1970s are among the most beautiful sounds ever created on this planet. In Brazil, folklore songs and modern tunes based on…

In 1977, the world was crazy, just like today. The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Act came to life. Elvis Presley died. 'Star Wars' became a big hit at the box…

One of the most brilliant and recognizable Jazz and Pop vocalists of all time, Al Jarreau, would have turned 80 on March 12th, 2020, had he not died three years ago, after a life of singing, recording and touring. I knew him.

In Brandenburg province, just outside Berlin, the British-Czech expatriate and sound artist Emika just finished her latest album 'Klavirni Temna'. It is a piano…

Whoever wants to book big name Soul and Funk bands in Europe, will need to talk to Georg Leitner, in most cases. The concert agent from Vienna and his helpers…

In the history of Soul, Funk and Jazz, 1979 was a crucial year during which many acts of these genres came up with breathtaking compositions and arrangements. Forty years ago, quality was an important aspect, even in the Pop and Rock universe.