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Legendary rock guitarist Jimi Hendrix is revealed in a new documentary by David Kramer. (Photo: Steve Banks)

Jimi Hendrix: the Truth, the Whole Truth and Nothing But the Truth in New Documentary

WinchesterMarch 26, 2024

David Kramer talks about his documentary on Jimi Hendrix which will debut at the Nyack International Film Festival. ...

BLUESMusicROCK

Kjersti Long is making a mark as a singer songwriter.

Kjersti Long, 17, Explores Her Jersey Roots (By Way of Utah!) With Power Pop Style (Video!)

WinchesterFebruary 20, 2024

Female artists have been resurgent in pop music, and Kjersti Long is among a new crop of singer-songwriters ...

ENTERTAINMENTMusicPOP

THe Curse of Northam Bay by Keith F. Girard

Keith Girard’s New Novel: Money, Power, Greed, Murder

WinchesterOctober 6, 2023

Keith Girard's novel, "The Curse of Northam Bay." offers a richly rewarding look into superstition, fear and prejudie both past and present. ...

ArtARTSBOOKS

Ashley Suppa is on the verge of breaking out with a real rock pedigree. (Photo:

Ashley Suppa, Girl on the Verge, Ready for Her Breakout Moment (video!)

WinchesterSeptember 26, 2022

When Ashley Suppa was only six she entered a recording studio and sang on an album by KISS-member Ace Frehley....

MusicROCK

Iran launched almost two dozen Fateh-110 missiles at U.S. based in Iraq. (Photo: Hossein Velayati)

George W. Bush Finally Faces Justice in New Novel About His Trial for Iraq War Crimes

WinchesterJuly 21, 2022

Then-President George W. Bush launched the invasion of Iraq in 2003....

CULTUREPOLITICS

Randy Klein in the studio at the piano. (Photo: dis Company)

Randy Klein Molds Jazzheads in the Image of 2 Classic Music Labels

WinchesterMay 9, 2022

When Randy Klein began Jazzheads, an independent record label based in New York City in 1992, he had two label models in mind–A&M Records and GRP Records....

JAZZ

Guitarist Sean Harkness will take his tour to Birdland in New York City in March. (Photo: YouTube/ScreenCap)

Guitar Virtuoso Sean Harkness Showcases His Talent at Birdland, Mar. 30 (video)

WinchesterFebruary 11, 2022

You may not know guitarist Sean Harkness, but you've probably heard his riffs and will have a rare chance to see him live next month at Birdland. ...

BETWEEN THE LINES

Michael Nesmith, Who Transcended Monkees to Leave Stellar Music, Televison Legacy, Dies at 78

WinchesterDecember 12, 2021

The Monkees during their heyday. Michael Nesmith (center) and sole survivor Micky Dolenz (right front). (Photo: Studio) Mike Nesmith of the Monkees appeared terribly frail when I caught him and Micky Dolenz ("The Micky & Micky tour") last month at ...

POP

Harry Nilsson, a Quiet Genius, Pioneer of ‘Salon Rock,’ Recalled in New Book

WinchesterNovember 16, 2021

Harry Nilsson captured at work in 1974 on his single "Many Rivers To Cross." (Photo: RCA Records). Millennials and Gen-Xers may not immediately know the name Harry Nilsson, but they likely have listened to his music at some point in their lives. T...

POP

Freda Payne’s Golden Career Captured in New Book ‘Band of Gold’ by Mark Bego

WinchesterNovember 11, 2021

Freda Payne is the subject of a new biography. (Photo: Freda Payne) Singer Freda Payne, best known for the No. 1 hit song, “Band of Gold,” in 1970, has been the star of several Broadway touring productions, and a popular fixture on televisi...

POPREVIEWS

Michael Domino Film Plumbs Depths of South Bronx Despair, Redemption

WinchesterJuly 7, 2021

Writer/Director Michael Domino officially launches his Domino Pictures release today (July 6)....

COMEDYDRAMAFilm

Micky Dolenz Album Instills Monkee Mike Nesmith’s Songs With New Relevance in Age of COVID-19

WinchesterJune 11, 2021

Monkees Micky Dolenz and Michael Nesmith performing on stage. (Photo: GabboT) The new Dolenz Sings Nesmith album is one of the best and most perfectly produced solo albums recorded by any individual member of '60s TV show and later band, The Monkee...

POP

Micky Dolenz Finally Gets His Wish; Singing Michael Nesmith Songs on New Album

WinchesterMay 20, 2021

The full 13-track album is officially released on May 21. , A Monkees-Farewell Tour was announced, kicking off in September....

POP

Gene Cornish’s Life as Rascal Detailed in New Book About America’s ‘First Rock Band’

WinchesterDecember 2, 2020

“Good Lovin’: My Life As A Rascal” by Gene Cornish is a reflective look on what made The Rascals one of rock’s most enduring bands, long after it broke up....

ROCK

Holy Schitt! 2020 Emmys Swoon for Obscure Sitcom in First Virtual Show

WinchesterSeptember 21, 2020

I didn’t know what to expect as I dialed up Sunday’s Emmys awards show. First off, I guess I have to start watching "Schitt’s Creek."...

ENTERTAINMENTTELEVISION