“America’s ‘OK Computer'”: The Grandaddy album that got AI right 25 years early
One of the great, gloomy records of the year 2000.
california
California has long stood at the centre of global entertainment, shaping music, film and popular culture through its vibrant creative industries and diverse artistic communities. Home to Hollywood, the world’s most influential film industry, and legendary music scenes in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland and the Coachella Valley, the state has produced countless iconic artists, filmmakers and cultural movements. From the Laurel Canyon folk-rock explosion and the birth of West Coast hip hop to surf rock, punk, psychedelic rock and modern indie music, California has played a defining role in the evolution of popular culture. This tag covers the latest news, features and opinion on Californian musicians, actors, directors, films, television and cultural events.
Who is the only US member of Congress to ever score a number one hit?
From Billboard to House Bills.
Family of Oliver Tree confirm singer’s body returned to US while launching foundation: “We will make sure his wish comes to fruition”
Tree’s family are determined to continue his legacy.
The 1963 song that convinced Brian Wilson he had to “create a new kind of music”
Moving away from Surfin’.
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The California tag covers news, features and opinion relating to Californian musicians, bands, actors, filmmakers, films, television, festivals and wider cultural movements.
California is home to Hollywood and some of the world's most influential music scenes, making it a global centre for filmmaking, television production and popular music.
California has been home to influential movements including surf rock, psychedelic rock, the Laurel Canyon singer-songwriter scene, West Coast hip hop, punk rock, skate culture and contemporary indie