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Sinatra. One of the rarest talents to have ever walked the planet. This artist created a vocal art form that is rarely heard emulated in today's Pop marketplace. Yet, his legend is as alive as any vocalist who has ever inhabited a human existance. Ladies and Gentlemen: Frank.

Of all of the great Rock collaberations within the last 20 years, the union of Neil Young and Pearl Jam stands among one of the finest. These artists have an appreciation and understanding of the realm each inhabits that creates passionate versions of material both hold dear. Here they are in '93

Here is the glory, the mercy, the poetic luminescence and the gravel road that is Tom Waits in all of it's sublime, hipster fever. This recording can be found on the Splender of Bohemia release- Last Call In Cleveland which was recorded live at the Agora Club on December 31, 1976. Enjoy my friends.

The path was forged way before Robert Johnson and Charlie Patton but they started the fire that led towards the recognition of Blues as the core genre of Rock inspiration. What can be said of the depths explored by Muddy, Buddy and then of course Jimi? Well here is a crash course.

Anyone who has seen either Tim Burton's 'Ed Wood' or the Edward D. Wood classic 'Plan 9 From Outer Space' knows something about the man who called himself The Amazing Criswell. Jeron Criswell Konig was an off beat 1950's, Los Angeles TV personality, the likes of whom we shall never see again.

They were the most significant composers of word art since Walt Whitman, James Joyce and Marcel Proust. These writers expanded upon visions considered taboo or too uncomfortable for the relaxed printed page. Marvel within the domain of Burroughs, Ginsberg, Waldman and the children they inspired.

Here is a treat from one our most original musicians. Mr. Rowan has been at it since 1966 when Elektra Records picked up his group 'Earth Opera'. Since that time his contributions have been numerous and wondrous. His most prolific was the iconic gathering that rendered the album 'Old and In The Way

The Newport Folk Festival was for many years THE only fest of consequence on both coasts. Prior to Monterey and Woodstock which were cultural blasts of immense magnitude, Newport was a yearly expedition into the heart of Folk, Blues, Country and Jazz. Here are Cash and Butter- a glimpse of heaven.

It's difficult to fathom that this performance was filmed 23 years ago. Marianne has long been regarded as a mystic bohemian survivor of an era that left many casualties behind. She is indeed 'Sister Morphine' and provides a vocal and visual portrait unlike many female performers of her daring.

Quincy Jones had the pleasure of getting Sinatra into the studio to produce the recording ' L.A. Is My Lady' in 1984. The album was also produced as a documentary film, displaying the artistry of all of the great musicians who participated. During filming, Michael dropped by. Here is that meeting.

We are pleased to present a great 5 minute segment from the Abba In Switzerland special, circa 1979. Roxy Music with Bryan Ferry perform 'Dance Away.' Abba takes to the slopes backed by their Swedish signature sound! It's all Fabuloso Baby! A winter treat from Renaissance CD and DVD just for you!!

Possibly one of the most under appreciated Rock and Blues artists of the past half century, Rivers defines class and taste in Pop music. Here, he performs excerpts from 'Seventh Son' and 'Baby, I Need Your Loving.' Johnny still maintains the capacity to capture an audience with his prolific style.

These cats were considered the loudest band on Earth back in 1966. Deep Purple came in second on the quake meter. These were the days when lip sync was king and in the case of this group in particular, it's a shame. The T.V program Beat Club did not wish to risk it's;rafters falling.

It seems almost impossible to comprehend the literate beauty that television attempted to deliver in it's infancy. The dream was new and the frontier wide. 'Twelve Angry Men' was not a reality show. It was a revelation that continues to inspire. This is the saga of 'Studio One.'

Jack has the capacity to capture the beauty of identity and faith. Here he reads with the passion of the Church of The Literate.