Performance stories, songwriting context and closer listening across our complete 750-article music collection.
750 stories
A torrential downpour becomes part of Goo Goo Dolls’ live “Iris” in Buffalo. As the song builds, the soaked band and audience remain connected through its familiar…
Bruno Mars honors Sting at the Kennedy Center with a spirited pairing of The Police’s “So Lonely” and “Message in a Bottle.” The performance builds from tightly…
Sam West and his daughter Sidney Kimble West bring accomplished footwork and a family connection to a shag routine set to “Stand by Me.” Their concentrated opening…
Jonathan “Sugarfoot” Moffett brings his long experience with Michael Jackson’s music to a Drumeo performance of “Smooth Criminal.” The close view of the kit reveals the coordination…
Bruno Mars honors Sting at the Kennedy Center with a spirited pairing of The Police’s “So Lonely” and “Message in a Bottle.” The performance builds from tightly…
At his Oakland concert, Michael Bublé notices a sign asking him to sing “A Whole New World” with sixth-grade teacher Diana Fairbanks. Her students’ request leads to…
Ed Sheeran walks into a Tampa music lesson with an acoustic guitar, turning the class into an unexpected performance audience. He brings donated instruments and tickets to…
Ozzy Osbourne listens with Kelly and Jack as a St. Louis women’s choir gives “Changes” a choral interpretation. The familiar Black Sabbath ballad gains another emotional texture…
Sina recorded her “Sultans of Swing” drum cover at 17, playing to a backing track with the original drums removed. Her precise groove gave the familiar Dire…
The Santa Fe Raging Grannies turn the familiar “Hit the Road, Jack” refrain into “Hit the Road, ICE!” The one-word change gives their protest message an immediately…
Charlie Womble and Jackie McGee draw on years of partnership for a flowing Carolina shag routine. Their precise footwork and relaxed upper bodies make the dance appear…
Twelve-year-old Victoria Anthony asked online for a chance to sing for P!nk at Rogers Arena in Vancouver. The concert arrived without a promise, but P!nk recognized her…