TED Talks
TED: What’s next for immersive storytelling? | Mark Grimmer
New possibilities for storytelling are emerging faster than at any other time in history, says film producer Mark Grimmer. With an immersive approach to art exhibitions, he shares several multidisciplinary projects — including a...
TED Talks
TED: How frustration can make us more creative | Tim Harford
Challenges and problems can derail your creative process ... or they can make you more creative than ever. In the surprising story behind the best-selling solo piano album of all time, Tim Harford may just convince you of the advantages...
Curated Video
House Tours: A Couple's 800-Square-Foot Virginia Woolf-Inspired Apartment in Brooklyn, New York
Name: Maggie Mae and Jesse Location: Park Slope, Brooklyn, NYC Size: 800 square feet Type of Home: Apartment Years lived in: 1 years, 9 months renting The first time Maggie and Jesse saw this apartment, they knew it was theirs. Noise...
Great Big Story
The history of Amen Break, the most iconic sample in music.
Discover the history of the Amen Break, a six-second drum solo that revolutionised music, influencing hip hop, drum and bass and beyond.
Great Big Story
The Six Seconds Connecting David Bowie, NWA and Skrillex
Discover the iconic Amen break, a 6-second drum solo that shaped N.W.A. to Skrillex. Explore its influence across genres and its impact on music history.
Great Big Story
The Most Sampled Loop in Music History
Delve into the captivating history of the Amen break, a four-bar drum solo from The Winstons' 'Amen Brother' that revolutionized music production and left an indelible mark across various genres. Learn how Breakbeat Lou and Lenny Roberts...
The Guardian
David Bowie remembered by two of his biggest fans
David Bowie’s death stunned the world. Musician and actor Gary Kemp, a lifelong fan, and Nicholas Pegg, author of Bowie bible The Complete David Bowie, reflect on life without the Starman as they take a tour of some of Bowie’s London...
Learn German with Herr Antrim
Stem-Changing Verb Song - Lied - Deutsch lernen
I decided to write a song about the stem changing verbs in German. This video is also a parody of the song "Changes" by David Bowie. Sorry for my aweful singing voice. There is only so much I can do about that. If you think you can do it...
Weird History
Rockstar Rumors That Are True
As much as you may want to believe them, most rumors about famous celebrities are often completely false. Considering all the sex, drugs, and rock and roll in rock music, it's not surprising that almost every rock star has a few rumors...
Music Matters
Decoding David Bowie's Harmonic Language - Composer Insights
Is There Life On Mars? A harmonic analysis of one of Bowie's best. We delve into the mind of the composer and explore what makes David Bowie’s “Life on Mars” such an original and iconic song. The main focus is on the harmonic content of...
History Hit
The Fall of the Berlin Wall with Rory Maclean: Gorbachev's decision
Was there any hint that the was going to fall when Rory Maclean was there in the spring of 1989? How important was Moscow and the decision that Gorbachev made? The Fall of the Berlin Wall with Rory Maclean, Part 2
Curated Video
Contact Juggling: Defying Gravity with Object Manipulation
In this video, the topic of discussion is contact juggling, a form of object manipulation and performance that seemingly defies gravity. It delves into its history, popularity, and the various types of tricks contact jugglers perform.
History Hit
The Fall of the Berlin Wall with Rory Maclean: Putin's Russia
Does Putin feel like he is in a position of strength or is his troublemaking a profound weakness? Does Rory MacLean think we might be looking back at our failure of underestimating the Putin regime? The Fall of the Berlin Wall with Rory...
History Hit
The Fall of the Berlin Wall with Rory Maclean: Optimism of days past
What became of Rory Macleans optimism of those days when the wall fell? What are his thoughts on what went wrong in Russia? The Fall of the Berlin Wall with Rory Maclean, Part 3
History Hit
The Fall of the Berlin Wall with Rory Maclean: Revisiting West Berlin
What was West Berlin like just before the wall fell? When in West Berlin, how obvious was the wall at the time? The Fall of the Berlin Wall with Rory Maclean, Part 1
Curated Video
Bowie storms 2017 Brits but newer names make their mark
The late David Bowie was the big winner at this year’s Brits. His swan song album “Blackstar” was not the only award-winner, as the British Record Industry Trust also named him Best Male solo artist. Film director Duncan Jones, Bowie’s...
Curated Video
‘No Plan’ a new video from the late David Bowie
Echoes from the grave and what has been called one last transmission from the Bowie universe. The songs from ‘No Plan’ were recorded during the sessions for the singers final album. ‘No Plan’ was released at one minute past midnight on...
Curated Video
In memoriam – actors, writers and musicians whose muse was silenced in 2016
From actors and writers to musicians, the close of the year is a time to remember those who inspired and challenged us but whose muse has been silenced. David Bowie The year began with British music icon David Bowie’s death from cancer....
Curated Video
David Bowie’s personal art collection on sale at Sotheby’s
The much mourned David Bowie, who died in January, was an avid art collector. In November Sotheby’s will sell as many as 400 artworks from Bowie’s personal collection. The British musician’s collection includes pieces from the most...
Curated Video
BCBG Max Azria collection inspired by David Bowie through the ages
BCBG Max Azria’s autumn 2016 collection drew inspiration from visionary but recently departed British rock star David Bowie at New York Fashion Week. Lubov Azria, the chief creative officer of BCBG Max Azria, said: “We have a bunch of...
Curated Video
Musical legend David Bowie dies
Britain’s Prime Minister has led the tributes to David Bowie who died after losing an 18-month battle with cancer. The news was confirmed by his son on his official social media account. “David Bowie died peacefully today surrounded by...
Curated Video
Bowie's impact
Time's music critic Will Hodgkinson reflects on the impact David Bowie had on culture worldwide