In 1964, the Norwegian division of Philips Records began issuing singles labelled “Bergen Beat.” The picture sleeves of 45s by Davy Dean and the Swinging Ballades, Sverre Faaberg and the Young Ones, ...
The Beatles released “Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown),” which featured a sitar played by George Harrison. Soon, artists like The Rolling Stones, The Beach Boys, Pink Floyd, Grateful Dead, Jimi ...
Jeff Strate restores a barn star, blending family history, DIY challenges, and reflections on American folk art traditions.
George Harrison may have been a fairly quiet guitar hero, but when he did speak up, every one of his breaks spoke volumes.