What was going on in the world in 1961? A lot of eeriness, a lot of confused, threatened, concealed or failed aggression Ben Ratliff Taking inspiration from Coltrane’s two weeks…

Jazz legend Dave Brubeck’s house has eight bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, and at least four pianos. It’s not clear whether the latter, or the Nakashima furniture, is included…

Seriously, why spend money on expensive shades when you know you’re going to lose them or break them? An Ode to Gas-Station Sunglasses, Beloved by Dads Everywhere on Inside Hook.…

Her 1995 performance of Christmas (Baby, Please Come Home) on Late Night with David Letterman.

Sticking with the 90s Volkswagen theme for a bit longer, 1997,  in addition to the Trek Bike joint venture, was also the year VW marketing scored with a commercial for…

“I’d buy myself some stylish clothes but I sure hate to pay.” Hard to beat a yellow t-shirt and button shirt. Pennywise positive thinking from the back of the car…

You provide the backing band and pay me up front, in cash. I’ll play Johnny B. Goode. RIP Chuck Berry