La Bamba by Ritchie Valens: Great B-Sides
‘La Bamba’ is a traditional Mexican folk song, from the state of Veracruz. Ritchie Valens, a 17 year old rising … Continue Reading La Bamba by Ritchie Valens: Great B-Sides
Mystery Train by Elvis Presley: Great B-Sides
Of all the b-sides that I’ve covered in this series, Elvis Presley’s cover of ‘Mystery Train’ is the most iconic. … Continue Reading Mystery Train by Elvis Presley: Great B-Sides
Haitian Fight Song by Charles Mingus
Although jazz bassist Charles Mingus was best known for his musical accomplishments, he was a renaissance man with interests in … Continue Reading Haitian Fight Song by Charles Mingus
