Frank Sinatra
The story of the birth of pop music
In his new book, Let's Do It: The Birth of Pop, Bob Stanley, who is a member of English indie/dance crossover band Saint Etienne, tells the definitive story of the birth of Pop music, from 1900… Audio
Unmasking the King of Cool
Tom Donahue's new documentary, 'Dean Martin: King of Cool,' takes an affectionate look at the life and times of one of the most popular and enduring American entertainers of the 20th century. Audio
Great album: Nothing But The Best, Frank Sinatra compilation
Frank Sinatra compilation album originally released in 2008, now available for the first time on vinyl.The 2LP product comes with two standard weight colour vinyl. Audio
Music Feature - Frank Sinatra's six decade career
Frank Sinatra was one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, with a career that spanned six decades. Audio
The Sampler: State of the Union
Nick Bollinger discusses an album that looks at the state of American Dream, circa 1968. Audio
The Sampler: 27 November 2018
Nick Bollinger discusses a fiery collision between Chicago country stalwart Robbie Fulks and Louisiana piano pounder Linda Gail Lewis, a set of songs that consider the state of the union circa 1968… Audio
The Sampler: State of the Union
Nick Bollinger discusses an album that looks at the state of American Dream, circa 1968.
AudioThe Sampler: 27 November 2018
Nick Bollinger discusses a fiery collision between Chicago country stalwart Robbie Fulks and Louisiana piano pounder Linda Gail Lewis, a set of songs that consider the state of the union circa 1968…
AudioA Tribute to Glen Campbell
William Dart looks beyond "Rhinestone Cowboy", "Wichita Lineman", and "Galveston" to the lesser-known but equally brilliant and affecting Glen Campbell. Audio
Tom Burlinson - Becoming Sinatra
Australian Tom Burlinson says he started listening to Frank Sinatra when he was three - and these days he channels the voice of Sinatra at live performances of songs from the man known as 'Ol' Blue… Video, Audio
The Day in Music History: 30 April
Jim Mora looks back on 30 April in history, with memories and music. Audio
Simon Romanos: Frank Sinatra
Upbeat contributor explores the work of Frank Sinatra in his centenary year. Audio
New Horizons: Bob Dylan covers
William Dart presents a programme revolving around how Bob Dylan has covered Frank Sinatra standards in his new album "Shadows In The Night" and how he himself has been covered by myriad other… Audio
Progress, Patriotism & Protest - Part 2
The second of three programmes in which Matthew Crawford navigates the turbulent confluence of music and politics in 20th century America. A national anthem at last, music for war, Strange Fruit in… Audio
