Category: Music History
“Fiddlin’ John Carson: The First Voice of Country Music”
🎻 Fiddlin’ John Carson: The Man Who Fiddled America Crazy IntroductionBorn on March 23, 1868, Fiddlin’ John Carson sparked the fire that became commercial country music. He was more than a fiddler — he was a moonshiner, a showman, and a radio pioneer. In 1923, Carson recorded “The Little Old Log Cabin in the Lane” … Continue reading ““Fiddlin’ John Carson: The First Voice of Country Music””
Rights & Rhythms: Music History Through a Legal Lens – We Wish You Weren’t Here?
An exploration of Pink Floyd’s legal feuds, disputes and fallouts. On this day 12th September 1975. Pink Floyd released their ninth studio album Wish You Were Here in the UK. The album which explores themes of absence, the music business, and former band-mate Syd Barrett’s mental decline peaked at No.1 on both sides of the … Continue reading “Rights & Rhythms: Music History Through a Legal Lens – We Wish You Weren’t Here?”