This 1999 made-for-TV film chronicles the story of Alan Freed, the deejay responsible for spinning crossover rhythm-and-blues music on a local Cleveland radio show in the early 1950s. Swing, big band and "grown-up" music was the fare of the day and what he was expected to give adult, white listeners. ... »»
On her new solo record, Acid Tounge, Lewis steps confidently into her solo role. This record genre-hops more than Rabbit Fur Coat (and almost as much as Rilo Kiley's excellent Under The Blacklight, from last year), but it keeps itself rooted in the country and soul of the '60s and '70s. ... »»
