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Music Books for Fans of British Bands, Images: Faber and Faber, Carlton Books

3 Magnificent Music Books for Fans of British Bands

December 13, 2018December 12, 2018Sophie Brown

I’ve recently read books written about and/or by members of Queen, Pink Floyd, and Pet Shop Boys that I wanted to share with you.

Geeky Christmas Songs

December 13, 2018December 12, 2018Rebecca Angel1

Have fun with Geeky Christmas music including a new parody by Rebecca Angel: ‘MCU Female Heroes’ to the tune of Rudolf.

Panorama view from the highest rows of a theater, the stage in the center so brightly lit as to wash everything on it out

4 Reasons to Take (Even Your Non-Dancey) Kids to the Ballet

December 6, 2018December 6, 2018Amy Weir1

Now’s the time to find a local production of ‘The Nutcracker’ and take the whole family. Ballet is not just for fans of tutu-ed fairy princesses!

Excited woman waving a lit cell phone (the modern-day lighter) amid an arena full of other people, other lit cell phones speckling the crowd.

Mainstream Geekishness Is Not an Oxymoron

September 17, 2018September 16, 2018Amy Weir

You can still geek out over something EVERYONE loves. It’s not the niche-ness that makes someone a geek. It’s the PASSION.

40 Famous Covers, Image: Wide Eyed Editions

40 Inspiring Icons: Bitesize Biographies of Famous Figures

August 22, 2018August 21, 2018Sophie Brown4

The 40 Inspiring Icons series is a collection of books that introduce 40 people or groups who are famous in their field.

Two toddlers sitting at an upright piano, appearing to sing and play

Self-Medicating Through Music

April 27, 2018April 26, 2018Amy Weir2

Though scientists continue to study the effects of music on life, I know that I, personally, have felt the effects of music on my own mind and body, and I use them to my advantage.

Fooled You! Musical Acts Who Give Their Own Style to Familiar Songs

March 31, 2018March 30, 2018Lisa Tate

Don’t call these guys performers, “tribute acts,” or even parodies. These are some serious musicians who bring some serious fun to their reimagining of hits in every genre.

March Earworm Madness 2018

March 24, 2018March 23, 2018Nivi Engineer

Well, if you’ve had it up to your ears in basketball, perhaps I can help. Instead of following that tournament, try your hand at this alternative contest. That’s right, it’s time for the March Earworm Madness 2018!

10 Reasons to Take Your Family to See Shen Yun

March 9, 2018March 8, 2018Lisa Tate

The New York-based performing arts organization Shen Yun has five companies traveling the world to share 5,000 years of Chinese dance, culture, and history with fans of all ages.

Giveaway: ‘Game of Thrones’ Live Concert

March 4, 2018March 3, 2018Karen Walsh

GeekMom is giving away a set of tickets to the venue of your choice so that you can see the ‘Game of Thrones’ Live Concert Experience!

Queen in 3D, Image: The London Stereoscopic Company

‘Queen in 3D’ Makes Freddie and Co Leap off the Page

February 25, 2018February 24, 2018Sophie Brown

‘Queen in 3D’ is the latest book about the band Queen to hit shelves. Written by guitarist Brian May, it explores the history of the band in detail, but I was particularly interested in this book because of its unique feature, one given away by its title.

$Dancers, guitars, and pyro oh my! \ Image: Dakster Sullivan$

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Brought the Heat to Their Winter Tour

January 13, 2018January 21, 2018Dakster Sullivan

Trans-Siberian Orchestra is not a concert for the faint of heart, but oh boy is it fun!

Musical Theater Playlist: My Life in Song

January 12, 2018January 12, 2018Karen Walsh3

Creating a musical theater playlist that represents my life shows me not just what musicals I love but why those songs speak to me. What would be in yours?

GeekMom Smile Playlist: 12 Songs to Cheer You Up

December 19, 2017December 29, 2017Nivi Engineer

If you’re feeling down, maybe music can help lift your mood. If so, here’s the GeekMom Smile Playlist to help you out. It’s on Spotify, too.

Twelve numbered cards illustrating the gifts in the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas"

On the Point of Singing ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’

December 11, 2017December 29, 2017Amy Weir

If you’re not singing “The Twelve Days of Christmas” as more of a game than a passive performance, you’re doing it wrong.

Jack Forman’s ‘Yodeling Yoda’ Is Filled With Galactic Glee

December 4, 2017December 29, 2017Kelly Knox

Geek moms and dads will find lots to love on this solo debut, but it’s “Yodeling Yoda” that will endear this album to your heart.

5 Tracks I Love From ‘Close Encounters of the Third Kind’

September 27, 2017December 12, 2017Sophie Brown

Watching the 40th-anniversary re-release of ‘Close Encounters of The Third Kind’ reminded me of its excellent score; here are 5 of my favorite tracks.

6 Songs I Love From ‘Twin Peaks (Music From the Limited Event Series)’

September 20, 2017December 12, 2017Sophie Brown

This week I am sharing my favorite tracks from ‘Twin Peaks (Music from the Limited Event Series)’ which includes songs that appeared throughout ‘The Return.’

5 Songs I Love From ‘Twin Peaks (Limited Event Series Soundtrack)’

September 13, 2017December 12, 2017Sophie Brown

Last week, two new ‘Twin Peaks’ soundtracks were released. Here, I share five of my favorite tracks from ‘Twin Peaks (Limited Event Series Soundtrack).’

Their Mortal Remains: Celebrating 50 Years of Pink Floyd

September 11, 2017December 12, 2017Sophie Brown

This 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd has been celebrated with an exhibition in London and a tie-in book, both titled Their Mortal Remains.