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CD Review: Frank Sinatra and Antonio Carlos Jobim, “The Complete Reprise Recordings”
When it comes to the music of romantic longing, it’s hard to top the songs of Antonio Carlos Jobim, especially when set to the languid bossa nova rhythms that he helped to pioneer. Add
Read More »CD Review: Frank Sinatra, “Sinatra: New York”
I am certain that when Frank Sinatra was a child, he must have gazed at the Manhattan skyline just across the Hudson River. If you’ve ever been to Hoboken, you know that the big
Read More »Dw. Dunphy On… Criticism
In a special Friday edition of Dw. Dunphy's column, we look at what motivates a critic -- and it isn't necessarily what you think
Read More »CD Review: Frank Sinatra, “Classic Sinatra II”
The new crop of pop stars could learn a lot from Frank Sinatra. No, they probably won’t match his voice or his depth of feeling. No, they probably will still rely on the celebrity
Read More »DVD Review: “For All Mankind”
If you’re looking to commemorate the moonwalk—the original moonwalk, that is—on July 20, look not to the stars but to your DVD vendor, and pick up a copy of Al Reinert’s magnificent For All
Read More »Bride of Popdose: A Wedding Songs Mixtape
The Popdose Staff, led by the intrepid Jon Cummings, has banded together to present a mixtape full of songs from our own weddings. Walk down the aisle with us, won't you
Read More »Unsolicited Career Advice for… Jennifer Lopez
Wasn’t aware that Uncle Donnie had a hand in the movie business until I found this missive. Of course, the “properties” he’s pushing probably explain why. Still, wouldn’t it be cool to see J-Lo
Read More »Dw. Dunphy On… Public Broadcasting Pledge Drives
I may have to change my radio habits. As a general habit, my car is tuned to the local public radio station out of New York. I like it, it keeps me informed, and
Read More »Frank Sinatra: Once Upon a Time
Once upon a time A girl with moonlight in her eyes Put her hand in mine And said she loved me so But that was once upon a time Very long ago It is
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