Iraqi Musician Shares Oud Obsession
Baghdad-born musician Rahim AlHaj is a master of the oud, an ancient guitar-like instrument. He recently gave lessons in Lower Manhattan.
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Online Brooklyn Time Machine Debuts
There's a new site celebrating old Brooklyn. Brooklynrevealed.com offers a virtual museum tour of the borough's historic neighborhoods.
‘Storm’ Marches to its Own Drummers
Brooklyn's Approaching Storm marching band has won 22 straight competitions. Band members hope their next gig will be Barack Obama's inauguration.
Saxman Finds ‘Place’ For Jazz History
Saxophonist Bill Saxton always dreamed of owning a jazz club in his Harlem neighborhood. It wasn't until after he opened Bill's Place that he learned of the space's storied history as a music nightspot.
Recyled Records Are Back in Fashion
Long thought of as a relic, vinyl is making a comeback on turntables – and as fashion accessories.
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Off-Broadway Show Plays Prison
Several hundred prisoners watched intently as four of their own sat on stag…
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Guns 'N Roses Star Likes It Hot
Ron (Bumblefoot) Thal is serious about music – and hot sauces. With “Chinese Democracy" in the air, the guitarist talked about his blazing contribution to Guns N’ Roses’ new album.
FBI Went Searching For Bobby Fischer
The FBI investigated American chess champion Bobby Fischer in the 1960s after he famously played against Fidel Castro in Cuba, according to newly disclosed documents.