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Human beings tell stories. It’s what makes us different. At SXSW 2024, Cheryl Hauser explained what it takes to be a great storyteller.
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Tag Archives: Taylor Swift
Charlie Doherty’s Top Music Releases of 2023 (Neil Young, Boygenius, Jesse Ahern, Rancid, and More)
2023 was a very good year for rock releases by veteran and newer artists, including Palehound, Neil Young, Foo Fighters, Boygenius, and more.
Read More »Charlie Doherty’s Top 50 Releases of 2020 (Phantogram, Nils Lofgren, Hum, Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen, and More)
My annual list of personal favorite studio albums, EPs, live releases, and box sets.
Read More »Charlie Doherty’s Top 40 Releases of 2019
Just in time for the 2020 Grammys, here is my annual list of top releases of 2019 (including Baroness, Lana Del Rey, Neil Young, Lizzo, and Slipknot).
Read More »SXSW 2019 Film Review: Two with Twang – ‘The Journey of Johnny Cash’ and ‘Bluebird’
Before seeing these films, I thought I knew all about Johnny Cash. I was wrong. And, I knew nothing about the music at Bluebird Cafe, and that made me sad.
Read More »The Best Music of 2015, by Charlie Doherty (Starring Clutch, Ryan Adams, Beach Slang, Bruce Springsteen, and More)
2015 wasn't a year for landmark releases, but there were some rather impressive outings from veterans and newbies alike.
Read More »LIPA Management Must Go – Still No Power For Many on Long Island
Take over LIPA now, Mr. Cuomo, before it is too late.
Read More »Movie Review: Taylor Swift: American Beauty
Taylor Swift does not endorse this product and neither should you. Labeled a "documentary," only false advertising at its worst.
Read More »Where is Hope and Famine Relief for East Africa?
The victims of drought and famine in East Africa need help. They need food. They need hope.
Read More »TV Review: Saturday Night Live – “Gwyneth Paltrow / Cee Lo Green”
Saturday Night Live finally got it right with this week's episode. They have talent, let's see it.
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