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The Story Behind Michael Jackson's Well Deserved Production Credit for the Album "Thriller"
Michael Jackson's "Thriller" album is a masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences around the world. One of the many fascinating...
May 5, 20232 min read
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The Secret Meaning Behind the Rings on the Toto IV Album Cover
The Secret Meaning Behind the Rings on the Toto IV Album Cover
May 3, 20232 min read
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April 29th 1992
The 1992 Los Angeles riots, also known as the Rodney King riots, were a series of riots that erupted in Los Angeles, California in the...
Apr 29, 20232 min read
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Celebrating Springfield, Missouri Style Cashew Chicken!
Once upon a time in Springfield, Missouri, there was a man named David Leong who had a dream of bringing the flavors of his homeland,...
Apr 28, 20232 min read
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Why is KISS frontman Paul Stanley Crying?
The Kiss album cover variant of "Rock and Roll Over" featuring Paul Stanley with blue tears on his left cheek has become a collector's...
Apr 25, 20232 min read
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The Trouble with Some Girls... The Story of a Rolling Stones Classic
The Rolling Stones' "Some Girls" is a critically acclaimed album that was released in 1978. The album features hits like "Miss You" and...
Apr 25, 20232 min read
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10 interesting facts about the band Jefferson Starship and their album "Red Octopus"
Jefferson Starship formed in 1974 as a spin-off of the popular San Francisco-based band Jefferson Airplane. The original members of...
Apr 17, 20231 min read
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Why Garbage Pail Kids Are an Important Part of Our Cultural History!
The Garbage Pail Kids, a series of sticker trading cards produced by Topps Company, became a cultural phenomenon in the mid-1980s....
Apr 15, 20232 min read
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"Today's Music Sucks!"
This is one of the phrases we hear a lot at the shop, and if you're not careful, you might believe it too! Don't run the risk of...
Apr 15, 20232 min read
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A Brief History of the Pythian Castle in Springfield, MO
The Pythian Castle in Springfield, MO, is a fascinating building with a rich and varied history that spans over a century. The castle was...
Apr 14, 20232 min read
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10 interesting facts about the Ozark Mountain Daredevils you may not know!
The Ozark Mountain Daredevils were formed in Springfield, Missouri in 1972, by a group of friends who played together in various bands....
Apr 12, 20232 min read
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Who Exactly is Anderson .Paak?
Anderson .Paak is a multi-talented musician, rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer known for his unique blend of soul, funk, R&B, and...
Apr 12, 20232 min read
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A short introduction to the Morells...
The Morells are a rock and roll band that formed in Springfield, Missouri in the late 1970's. The band had a unique sound that blends...
Apr 11, 20232 min read
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But What Exactly is the "Spook Light" in Joplin, MO?
The Joplin Spook Light, also known as the Hornet Spook Light, is a mysterious phenomenon that has intrigued residents and visitors of the...
Apr 10, 20232 min read
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A Brief History of the Sammy B. Good Show, which aired on KSPR 33 in Springfield, MO, in the 1980's
"Sammy B Good" was a children's television program that featured music, comedy, and educational segments. The show was named after its...
Apr 10, 20232 min read
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A Brief History of the Gillioz Theatre in Springfield, Missouri
The Gillioz Theatre in Springfield, Missouri is a historic landmark that has been a center of entertainment and culture in the area for...
Apr 10, 20232 min read
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