Music In Depth

World In Motion: How New Order’s Classic Football Song Scored A Winner

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 13:00:00 GMT

Catchy, well-crafted and credible, World In Motion saw New Order collaborate with the 1990 England squad, yielding an unlikely No.1.

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Thinking Out Loud: How Ed Sheeran Got Famous

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 23:00:00 GMT

With his mix of folk-pop and rap-inspired rhymes, Ed Sheeran has rapidly become one of his generation’s most celebrated singer-songwriters.

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The Streets: Mike Skinner’s 'Cult Classic, Not Best Seller' Legacy

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 17:00:00 GMT

With a natural wit and ear for everyday language, Birmingham MC Mike Skinner, aka The Streets, has been the voice of real-life Britain for two decades.

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Tracy Chapman: Driving The Fast Car To Success

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 23:00:00 GMT

Following the unanticipated success of her debut album, Tracy Chapman has led an inspiring career for over 30 years.

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How The New Romantics Ruled The World

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 23:00:00 GMT

Recounting the story of the New Romantics, journalist Dylan Jones tells Dig! how the synth-pop originators staged a second British Invasion.

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The Smiths: Theirs Is A Light That Never Goes Out

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 23:00:00 GMT

Arguably the most important indie band of them all, The Smiths wrote unique songs with an appeal that refuses to diminish.

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Joni Mitchell: How A Young Songwriter Became The Consummate Artist

Sun, 30 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT

Setting the bar for all who followed, Joni Mitchell turned the notion of songwriting inside out, embodying everything an artist should be.

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Otis Redding: How A High-School Dropout Became The King Of Soul

Thu, 27 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT

With a voice that ranged from tender vulnerability to unrestrained power, Otis Redding, the King Of Soul, demanded nothing but total respect.

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TINA TURNER: WHY THE QUEEN OF ROCK’N’ROLL IS STILL SIMPLY THE BEST

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:00:02 GMT

Smashing boundaries, surviving abuse and inspiring generations of musicians, Tina Turner remains one of the most impactful singers in history.

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