Author and film producer Sut Jhally will examine gender and violence in popular media, focusing on the way in which "normal" definitions of masculinity position violence, intimidation and threat as key components of modern manhood. Read More
Thirty-five hundred years ago, an Egyptian musician named Har-Mose played an instrument that looked very much like a guitar. Read More
On December 12, Windham Hill recording artists Barbara Higbie and Samite, will present a Winter Solstice Concert at Freedom Hall in Park Forest at 8 p.m. "Night Sky Essays" will illuminate your winter evening with the cool rhythms of the snow covered north, the vibrant winters of Africa, and the awe inspiring beauty of the sky on a winter's night with this musical performance. Read More
Perry Henzell, who co-authored, directed and produced the pioneering reggae movie "The Harder They Come," dies in Kingston, Jamaica at the age of 70. 2002 - Girls Aloud is formed on the British reality television show "Popstars: The Rivals." 2002 - Oasis postpones its remaining German tour dates after Liam Gallagher sustains injuries to his mouth and teeth in a Munich hotel brawl. 1999 - Jazz guitarist Charlie Byrd dies of cancer. Read More
One of the most innovative and acclaimed solo guitarists of his era, self-described "violent acoustic" artist Michael Hedges ... Read the full Michael Hedges bio.