A Pop Life

In 1993 The New Power Generation's debut album Goldn**** was released. What was Prince's role in it all? A look back. Read the full article: The New Power Generation debuts with Goldn**** . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

40 years Bad Seeds, 10 years Push The Sky Away, 35 years after my first concert: great reason for the ultimate list: 25 times Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds! Includes playlist! Read the full article: The 25 best Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds songs . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In memoriam: Aretha Franklin 1942-2018 Read the full article: In memoriam: Aretha Franklin 1942-2018 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1998 A1 People released their, nowadays unavailable, debut album Fresh Juice. A retro dance album that still provides glorious escapsim. Read the full article: A1 People – Fresh Juice . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In memoriam: Isaac Hayes 1942-2008 Read the full article: In memoriam: Isaac Hayes 1942-2008 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1990 the Prince song Nothing Compares 2 U reached out and touched millions because of the emotional interpretation by Sinéad O'Connor. A look back. Read the full article: Nothing Compares 2 U: Prince and Sinéad O’Connor . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

The documentary Wham! is the story of 'only' 4 years of world dominance and a true and sincere friendship. Read the full article: Wham! – The documentary . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In memoriam: Sinéad O'Connor 1966-2023 Read the full article: In memoriam: Sinéad O’Connor 1966-2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In memoriam: Nico 1938-1988 Read the full article: In memoriam: Nico 1938-1988 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

How in the world is it possible to treat the body of work by The Beatles like this? The incredible story of a rare monstrosity. Read the full article: The story of a rare flop, the movie Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

3½/5: A fun night at the Paradiso at The Spotify Tour Refreshed by Gruppo Sportivo. The Dutch group has a lot of great songs to its name. Success guaranteed! Read the full article: Gruppo Sportivo, 07/15/2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1978 Steel Pulse released their debut album Handsworth Revolution. A classic in the (English) reggae. A look back at a flawless album. Read the full article: In 1978 Steel Pulse debuts with the impressive Handsworth Revolution . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

3½/5: Day 3 of the greatest festival in The Netherlands: North Sea Jazz. The day of Gabriels and Fuensanta & Ensamble Grande. Read the full article: North Sea Jazz Festival, 07/09/2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

4/5: Day 1 of the greatest festival in The Netherlands: North Sea Jazz. The day of Van Morrison, Buddy Guy and Little Simz. Read the full article: North Sea Jazz Festival, 07/07/2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1998 the Newpower Soul album was released by New Power Generation. But, isn't it just another Prince album? A look back. Read the full article: Newpower Soul: music by New Power Generation or Prince/The Artist? . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Because of the 45 year jubilee of the Rotterdam De Kuip stadium as a concert venue, a short look back at the shows I witnessed there. Read the full article: De Kuip: 45 years of concerts . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1983 The System debuted with the album Sweat. A unique combination of electro and emotion. The full story. Read the full article: The System and the emoto-electro of Sweat . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

4/5: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band ultimately triumph over the annoying "Dutch disease". Limburg too fall at their feet. Read the full article: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, 06/11/2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Janelle Monáe and her latest album The Age Of Pleasure. The report of a sexy, yet somewhat predictable summer. Read the full article: Janelle Monáe – The Age Of Pleasure . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1983 Peter Gabriel releases his first live album: Plays Live. A look back at an essential album in Gabriel's body of work. Read the full article: Peter Gabriel Plays Live . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

3/5: Peter Gabriel in a two-faced show. Before the break it wasn't up to his usual standard, after the break it most certainly was. Read the full article: Peter Gabriel, 06/05/2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

4½/5: After years and years finally a Claw Boys Claw concert again. The band is still good, very good even. A top night with sparkling music and a fine show. Read the full article: Claw Boys Claw, 06/02/2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

After reaching world domination The Smashing Pumpkins continued their career with the release of Adore, an album that was nothing like they had done before. A look back. Read the full article: The Smashing Pumpkins and the underrated Adore . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In memoriam: Bo Diddley 1928-2008 Read the full article: In memoriam: Bo Diddley 1928-2008 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

On May 27, 1983, Malcolm McLaren released his first solo album, a highly innovative album that brought hip-hop and world music together. The story of Duck Rock. Read the full article: Malcolm McLaren mixes world music with hip-hop: Duck Rock . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In memoriam: Tina Turner 1939-2023. Read the full article: In memoriam: Tina Turner 1939-2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 2008 the compilation Slip In And Out Of Phenomenon was released, a look back on the short, yet influential career of Liquid Liquid (1981-1983). Read the full article: The complete Liquid Liquid story: Slip In And Out Of Phenomenon . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

4/5: Great visuals, a fitting tribute to the recently deceased Andrew Fletcher and the unbridled commitent of Gahan and Gore, make the opening show of the European tour a true spectacle! Read the full article: Depeche Mode, 05/16/2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

4½/5: The 73 year old Bruce Springsteen at the modern La Défense Arena in Paris. Passion and fire throughout the 2 hours and 50 minutes long superb show! Read the full article: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, 05/13/2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In memoriam: Frank Sinatra 1915-1998 Read the full article: In memoriam: Frank Sinatra 1915-1998 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

The Smashing Pumpkins - ATUM, A rock opera in 3 parts. Isn't that a bit pretentious? Hell yes, but in spite of that, does it fare well? Yes! Read the full article: The Smashing Pumpkins – ATUM . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

King's Day in The Netherlands. A great occasion to compile a 'royalty' list. This is a 100% random list and could have been 10 times as long. Please, feel free to add to the list! Read the full article: 10 Royalty Songs . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Timbuk3 and their second album Eden Alley. The story of an undervalued album and an underrated band. A look back. Read the full article: Timbuk3 – Eden Alley . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1978 Japan debuted with Adolescent Sex, an album the band seemed to be ashamed of later on. Rightfully so? A look back. Read the full article: Japan and the story of Adolescent Sex . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

2½/5: The Waterboys at Paradiso, alas, too little musical sparkle. The long intermission wasn't helpful. The concert had lost its steam. Read the full article: The Waterboys, 04/03/2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In memoriam: Ryuichi Sakamoto 1952-2023 Read the full article: In memoriam: Ryuichi Sakamoto 1952-2023 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In March 1983 Crass released one of the most unlistenable albums of all time: Yes Sir, I Will. And yet, it was still impressive. The complete story! Read the full article: Yes Sir, I Will: Crass on its way out . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Early 1973 Roxy Music released their second album. Nowadays, many regard it as their best album. A look back on an impressive sequel to an already amazing debut. Read the full article: Roxy Music also convinces with the second album: For Your Pleasure . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

For Your Pleasure, the second Roxy Music album received a lot of attention from the press in 1973. All the reviews I was able to gather online have been brought together in this subarticle. Read the full article: Roxy Music – For Your Pleasure – The reviews . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

After just two albums the tensions between Bryan (Ferry) and Brian (Eno) erupted. The consequence? Roxy Music continued without its condiment Eno. Read the announcement and Eno's reaction in the press. Read the full article: Roxy Music – For Your Pleasure – Eno Quits Roxy . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Through the years I have been given many (musical) presents for my birthday. My sincere gratitude to all who have blessed me with their gifts! Read the full article: Birthday gifts . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1983 Tears For Fears released their debut album. The story of 'primal scream', unexpected success and sincere emotion. Read the full article: Tears For Fears – The Hurting . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In memoriam: Divine 1945-1988 Read the full article: In memoriam: Divine 1945-1988 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1978 Frank Zappa performed in London. The recordings were released posthumously on his 70th birthday. Another impressive release! Read the full article: Frank Zappa at the Hammersmith Odeon London 1978 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 2003 Cat Power released an album with her own material. It was called You Are Free, an impressive collection of haunting songs. Read the full article: Cat Power – You Are Free . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1993 the Carmen Electra album was released on Paisley Park Records, was it a worthy release by a Prince satellite act? Read the full article: Carmen Electra debuts on Paisley Park . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Carmen Electra's upcoming album was promoted during the European part of the Diamonds And Pearls tour in 1992 before the concerts. See the original promo video shown at those 32 shows. Read the full article: Carmen Electra – Promo video . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

After disbanding the Smashing Pumpkins, Billy Corgan was unsure of his next step. It was Zwan, who released their first and final album in 2003. The story of Zwan and Mary Star Of The Sea. Read the full article: Zwan, the story of Mary Star Of The Sea . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1978 Kate Bush made her debut with the beautiful Wuthering Heights: the start of an exciting, innovative and bold career! Read the full article: The world gets to know Kate Bush: the release of Wuthering Heights . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In 1983 Neil Young releases the atypical Trans, an album with synthesizers and vocoders. An electronic album with a warm beating heart. Read the full article: Neil Young schocks with the release of Trans . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )