Dec 10th, 2008 · Now that the MP3 is king, vinyl has become something of an underground revolution. More and more artists have begun to insist on releasing their new albums on vinyl, and music fans who jettisoned their collections in favor of "clear, perfect digital sound CDs" are raiding garage sales and rediscovering analog music all over again. Here are 10 releases from 2008 that are worth the extra effort of vinyl.
Nov 25th, 2008 · For some shoppers, an alternative to buying new is buying second-hand. Consignment shops also offer an opportunity for a clothes horse to sell some of their wardrobe. Shoppers who normally might walk by a consignment shop, are now stepping inside.
Nov 16th, 2008 · Guthrie has had a profound influence on American music, and he was such a prolific writer that some of his lyrics have yet to be set to music. Having been given access to the Guthrie archives, singer-songwriter Jonatha Brooke recently released The Works, which adapts previously unreleased Guthrie lyrics.
Sep 5th, 2008 · With more flights filled to capacity, airline passengers are rediscovering the middle seat. Airplanes are now typically more than 80 percent full, and that can translate into a host of problems for travelers — including the possibility of getting bumped.
Aug 20th, 2008 · Paella prepared on a kettle grill and served with a glass of cool sangria made for a magical party for food writer Bonny Wolf. But first she gathered a few tips on the proper equipment and ingredients for this traditional Spanish meal.
Oct 17th, 2007 · Always a fan of Beethoven, a music critic is struck by the absence of most of Beethoven's even-numbered symphonies from standard play lists. So, scores in hand, he takes to listening to Symphonies 2, 4 and 8, and loves what he hears.
Jul 9th, 2007 · City officials say that in an era of bottled water, a lot of New Yorkers don't appreciate how good their municipal water is. So they've recently launched a campaign to get people to rediscover the benefits of tap water.