Garry BermanHas “Fawlty Towers” Been Overrated?The popular British sitcom Fawlty Towers has made its way to London’s West End, premiering there at the Apollo Theatre on May 4. The…May 4May 4
Garry BermanLola Peñaranda’s Sax Does the TalkingLola Peñaranda has been quietly capturing the imagination and interest of fans of the Sant Andreu Jazz Band, as she presents her more…Apr 26Apr 26
Garry BermanCatching up with Anastasia IvanovaMany jazz fans might be surprised to learn that traditional American jazz has continued to thrive in parts of the world not usually…Apr 15Apr 15
Garry BermanA Marx Brothers Classic, “Animal Crackers,” Re-released 50 Years AgoThis year marks the 50th anniversary of the re-release of the Marx Brothers film in 1974, after it had been unavailable for viewing in…Mar 231Mar 231
Garry BermanThe First Television Magazine- Published in 1928!Television magazine, based in London, published its premiere issue in March of 1928, making it the first regular television publication in…Mar 19Mar 19
Garry BermanThe Jazz House StoryThere is a dwelling on a quiet street in the Sant Andreu district of Barcelona, whose simple appearance belies a very special history, and…Mar 6Mar 6
Garry Berman1964: Pop Culture’s Greatest Year?It may be merely coincidence that a single calendar year could include an unusually high number of major events in any given sphere of…Feb 20Feb 20
Garry BermanJoana Casanova Finds Her New Musical DirectionAt the age of 25, Barcelona’s Joana Casanova is already an experienced and superbly talented jazz musician and singer, with a smooth and…Jan 26Jan 26
Garry BermanWhy I Stopped Watching ‘Saturday Night Live’ — 45 Years AgoJust about everything related to the world of art, music, or other forms of entertainment is subjective. A film can be hailed as a great…Jan 221Jan 221
Garry BermanWhen British “New Wave” Was New — and GreatIt can be argued when “New Wave” music was really new, and how much of it grew from the early, raw punk bands of the ’70s (The Sex…Jan 20Jan 20