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Tag Archives: elvis costello
Are Lyrics Dead in Pop Music?
Recently, I did a book talk at a local senior center. Their book club had read Living by Ear, and they’d invited me to visit. Now, since both of my books feature characters who love music—particularly music by artists known … Continue reading
Posted in life experiences, music
Tagged beat, bob dylan, bruce springsteen, david bowie, ed sheeran, elvis costello, lucinda williams, lyrics, music, pop music, rhythm, singer-songwriter
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This Week’s Giveaway: Has Your Life Been Changed by a Rock Musician?
Erin Reardon, in Leaving the Beach, is heavily influenced by rock & roll icons. If you’ve read the book, you might argue that David Bowie has the biggest influence on her life. Others might disagree, saying it’s Bruce Springsteen, while … Continue reading
Posted in promos, Uncategorized, writing
Tagged bruce springsteen, contest, david bowie, elvis costello, freddie mercury, giveaway, jim morrison, Leaving the Beach, rock & roll, rock musician
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