by Eric Felten Ray McDonald notes the new entries from the world of Rock ‘n’ Roll in the Library of Congress National Recording Registry. Given how many classic recordings there are, no doubt one could argue over whether “Saturday Night Fever,” for instance, really belongs on the list. But permit me to quibble over a […]
Librarians for Rock and Roll
Posted March 22nd, 2013 at 8:54 pm (UTC+0)
By Ray McDonald James H. Billington, I salute you. Mr. Billington is the United States Librarian of Congress, and among his duties is the annual selection of 25 recordings for the National Recording Registry. Recognized for their cultural, artistic, and historic importance, they run the gamut from the earliest recorded sounds to magnificent musical achievements. […]
Jazz and Poetry
Posted March 22nd, 2013 at 4:29 pm (UTC+0)
Poets, in particular, have been drawn to jazz, looking to capture its sound and feel in their phrases
