What is the connection between Léon Theremin, inventor of the instrument that bears his name, and Beach Boys’ Good Vibrations? Find this out and much more in today’s issue.
Category: biographies
Born to be (Oscar) Wilde!
On the occasion of the anniversary of Oscar Wilde’s birth, we summarize the life and works of this incredible Irish author
Eddie Van Halen, one year without a legend
Today, one year after his death, we talk about the legend Eddie Van Halen. A musician who got paid with a case of beer for a guitar solo for the equally legendary Michael Jackson. Discover everything here!
Roy Lichtenstein, the king of comics
On the occasion of the anniversary of Roy Lichtenstein’s death, we will be your guide to discover the life and works of this pop-art genius.
Dante Alighieri 700th anniversary
Open your mind, ye who read here … today we talk about Dante Alighieri, his works and the celebrations dedicated to him on the 700th anniversary of his death.
Anna Katharina Emmerick, a life devoted to help others
On 8 September 1774 Anna Katharina Emmerick, a German nun and visionary mystic, was born. Let’s discover her story on the occasion of the anniversary of her birth.
Stevie Ray Vaughan, from Texas with Love
A short but intense life that of the guitarist and songwriter Stevie Ray Vaughan, who passed away today, 31 years ago. We will tell you all about it.
Christopher McCandless, a life “Into the Wild”
A journey into the life of Christopher MCCandless, known as Alexander Supertramp, who passed away on August 18, 1992, whose story inspired Sean Penn’s film Into The Wild.
Les Paul, the guitar whisperer
On the anniversary of his death, we celebrate Les Paul, American guitarist, songwriter, luthier and inventor who gave birth to one of the most iconic instruments ever.
Andy Warhol, beyond 15 minutes of fame
A photograph of the life and artistic production of Andy Warhol, on the occasion of the anniversary of his birth.