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reason.comSoviet Citizens Recorded Western Music on Used X-Ray Plates
During the Soviet era, people copied banned Western music onto discarded X-ray film when official recording materials were unavailable. The practice began in St. Petersburg and later spread to other cities. The recordings were known as 'Bones' or 'Ribs.'
Producer Recorded Soul Group at New Jersey Prison in 1970s
A former Motown producer recorded two albums by The Escorts inside Rahway State Prison. The 1973 and 1974 releases sold modestly and later appeared in hip-hop samples and television soundtracks.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewProduction Team Edits Michael Jackson Biopic Ahead of April 2025 Release
The production team for the Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' has made changes to the film in recent months. The movie is scheduled for theatrical release on April 24, 2025. These edits occur as the film prepares to depict aspects of Jackson's life and career.
EuronewsChicago Music Fan's 10,000 Concert Recordings Digitized and Archived Online
Aadam Jacobs, a music fan from Chicago, recorded over 10,000 concerts from 1984 to the early 2000s using portable devices. Volunteers are digitizing these analog tapes and uploading them to the Internet Archive for public access. The collection includes early performances by arti…
tvinsider.comAndrew Huberman Suggests Studying Subcultures to Understand Science and Tech Cultures
Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman stated that examining the histories of rock 'n' roll, punk, hip-hop, and subculture sports like skateboarding and surfing provides insights into science, technology, and health fields. He noted that such studies reveal patterns in survival, thriving…
fortune.comVolunteers Work to Preserve 10,000 Concert Recordings Collected by Fan Over 40 Years
Aadam Jacobs recorded 10,000 concerts over 40 years using a hidden cassette recorder, including Nirvana's 1989 Chicago debut and numerous punk and indie shows. Volunteers are currently digitizing the tapes to prevent deterioration. The collection represents an unofficial archive…