Category Archives: Music History

Brent Bourgeois And Richard Marx, A Forgotten (And Artificial) Rivalry?

Posted on January 22, 2025 by nathanalbright

Brent Bourgeois is a singer-songwriter and musician who was active in the 1980s and 1990s. He’s known for his melodic pop-rock style, often featuring strong vocals and catchy hooks. He had some success with singles like “Dare to Fall” and … Continue reading →

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We Said Hello, Goodbye

Posted on January 11, 2025 by nathanalbright

Phil Collins’ “We Said Hello, Goodbye” is a poignant song about transitions, moving on, and finding a sense of home within oneself. While it wasn’t a major hit or a central piece of any particular album, it’s a well-regarded track … Continue reading →

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A Brief History Of Boy Bands

Posted on January 6, 2025 by nathanalbright

If you know, you know: The history of boy bands is a long and fascinating one, with roots that stretch back further than you might think. Here’s a breakdown of some key eras and groups: Early Influences: The Rise of … Continue reading →

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Ordinary People, Living Ordinary Lives?

Posted on January 4, 2025 by nathanalbright

In the Bee Gees song “Ordinary Lives,” the Brothers Gibb sing over and over again, repeatedly, “We were ordinary people, living ordinary lives.” Was this, in fact, a true statement about the Brothers Gibb? The Bee Gees, consisting of brothers … Continue reading →

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An Analysis Of Contemporary Christmas Songs As A Sign Of A Change In Culture

Posted on December 24, 2024 by nathanalbright

At the outset, I feel it necessary to point out that neither I nor a substantial portion of my readers celebrate Christmas, a matter which I discuss regularly this time of year. However, even those of us who do not … Continue reading →

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On Themes In The Music Of The Bee Gees

Posted on December 23, 2024 by nathanalbright

The Bee Gees’ remarkable five-decade career was characterized by several consistent thematic and musical elements that helped define their distinctive artistic voice. One of the most prominent themes throughout their work was the exploration of romantic relationships in all their … Continue reading →

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Captain Von Trapp’s Austro-Hungarian Naval Career: A Historical Analysis

Posted on December 15, 2024 by nathanalbright

Georg Johannes von Trapp served in the Austro-Hungarian Navy during a fascinating period of naval history, eventually rising to the rank of Korvettenkapitän (Lieutenant Commander). His naval career began when he entered the Naval Academy at Fiume (now Rijeka, Croatia) … Continue reading →

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Look Out Any Window

Posted on December 1, 2024 by nathanalbright

[Note: The following is the prepared text for a split sermon message given to the Portland congregation of the United Church of God on Sabbath, November 30, 2024.] In 1988, the band Bruce Hornsby & The Range released their second … Continue reading →

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(It’s A) (Big) Mistake (#3)

Posted on June 18, 2024 by nathanalbright

Is it a mistake for a musician or band to make songs about mistakes or to title them with the word mistake? There is a philosophical saying, “To err is human,” but do people like their music to remind them … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Carpenters: The Musical Legacy

Posted on June 10, 2024 by nathanalbright

Carpenters: The Musical Legacy, by Mike Cidoni Lennox & Chris May with Richard Carpenter If you were going to think of a perfect book for a chart nerd who is fond of the adult contemporary sounds of the Carpenters, particularly … Continue reading →

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