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December 20, 2024

Remembering Fritz Pfeffer: One of the Other Fathers in the Secret Annex

Friedrich “Fritz” Pfeffer was born on April 30, 1889, in Gießen, Germany, into a Jewish family that owned a bustling clothing store in the city’s center. Bright and ambitious, Fritz pursued dentistry in Berlin, eventually establishing a successful practice. After completing his education, Fritz trained as a dentist and jaw surgeon, obtained a license to…

ROCKTOBER: Anthrax-Indians

“Indians” is a song by Anthrax, one of the pioneering bands of the thrash metal genre. It was released in 1987 as part of their third album, Among the Living, which is considered one of their most influential and successful records. Here’s an overview of the song: 1. Song Theme and Lyrics “Indians” is a…

A Flock of Gulls—The 80s, A Decade of Musical Differences: Episode 3: Siouxsie and the Banshees—Dear Prudence

“Dear Prudence” is a song originally written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney for The Beatles, appearing on their 1968 White Album. Siouxsie and the Banshees covered the song in 1983, releasing it as a single, which became one of their most successful hits. Siouxsie and the Banshees’ Version Background and Reception Siouxsie Sioux has…