Why Bob Dylan recorded most of his 1962 debut in a single take: “Can’t see myself singing the same song twice in a row” “Terrible.” Reuben Cross Jul 6, 2026
Bicentennial 1976: 10 big gigs from America’s previous milestone birthday party Giant venues, giant stars, less embarrassment. Andrew Clayman Jul 2, 2026
Boy from the North Country: Martin Carthy, the man whose songs taught Bob Dylan “a lot” “Stay well, and keep playing”. Matthew Ingate Jun 23, 2026
“It scares me”: The 2008 Kings of Leon song that predicted modern America On the nose. Callum MacHattie Jun 16, 2026
The forgotten 1978 classic U2 resurrected for a new generation: “Really right for the occasion” A whole new feel. Lauren Hunter Jun 16, 2026
“I just love that song”: The 1957 American classic that convinced Paul McCartney to become a musician “I swear, the blues had gone”. Tom Taylor Jun 4, 2026
The only American movie Andrei Tarkovsky actually liked, despite the “low acting skills” A surprising choice. Aimee Ferrier Apr 5, 2026
The only American road trip movie with its origins in a Dartford council estate A great film. Aimee Ferrier Mar 4, 2026
How much has US tourism declined under Donald Trump? America’s moving in the wrong direction. Sam Farley Feb 13, 2026
François Truffaut’s favourite American directors: “Anyone who would reject them, stop going to the cinema” Classics. Aimee Ferrier Feb 6, 2026