Sieger on Songs
The Legacy of Robbie Robertson
He didn’t do it alone, but the songs he wrote for The Band are classics.
Sep 28th, 2023 by John Sieger
Bill Nighy Sings ‘The Rowan Tree’
His performance of centuries-old song gets to the heart of what music is.
Apr 12th, 2023 by John Sieger
Burt Bacharach Was A Suave Throwback
The late composer, with lyricist Hal David, created so many timeless songs.
Mar 20th, 2023 by John Sieger
The Many Great Songs of Barrett Strong
The composer who recently died wrote "I Heard It Through the Grapevine" and so much more.
Feb 15th, 2023 by John Sieger
The Tragic Talent of Tim Hardin
'Misty Roses' is happy sad classic by singer songwriter who died too young.
Jan 30th, 2023 by John Sieger
The 66 Chapters of Bob Dylan
His new book, The Philosophy of Modern Song, is uneven, idiosyncratic and fascinating.
Dec 26th, 2022 by John Sieger
Nina Simone’s Summer of Soul
So much great music in this documentary. And then there is Ms. Simone. Wow.
Nov 29th, 2022 by John Sieger
The Crazed Genius of Jerry Lee Lewis
The one and only left behind some great songs including one that could be this city's anthem.
Nov 8th, 2022 by John Sieger
The Peculiar Joys of Captain Beefheart
He’s not for everybody. And not like anyone else.
Oct 3rd, 2022 by John Sieger
How Did Willie Nelson Ever Succeed?
The songwriting was always there, but oh, those early days as a performer.
Sep 23rd, 2022 by John Sieger
‘The Glory Of Love’
Perfect for Valentine’s Day, awesome versions by Big Bill Broonzy and Otis Redding.
Feb 13th, 2022 by John Sieger
Remembering Ronnie Spector And Rosa Lee Hawkins
Two greats from the girl groups of the 1960s.
Jan 21st, 2022 by John Sieger
