Tag Archives: Vocalion

Go down to the ‘Crossroads’ with bluesman Robert Johnson

September 13, 2011 | Susan Sliwicki | 1

Discover the legendary bluesman who played hard, died young and left behind a myth and a mystery almost as big as his musical legacy. ►

Bumble Bee Slim’s later work belies his true blues chops

July 12, 2011 | Susan Sliwicki | 1

Some collectors have written off Bumble Bee Slim as a lightweight for his later work, but his early songs, like ‘Rough Rugged Road,’ show off his skills ►

Double mortgage, anyone? $125,000 lot hits our Market Watch countdown

January 26, 2011 | Susan Sliwicki | 8

When you think of items that command six-figure price tags, fine art, fine wines and fine jewelry may spring to mind.
This week, you can add fine vinyl to the list. ►

Market Watch: Beatles records hit all the right notes with online buyers

December 8, 2010 | Susan Sliwicki | 4

The Beatles are admittedly a Market Watch staple, but securing four fab spots in this edition’s countdown — including the No. 1 and 2 spots — is the kind of feat that only the lads from Liverpool could achieve. ►

Beatles rarity snags bragging rights in vinyl auctions

August 9, 2010 | princep | 1

Where else but in our Market Watch would you find a picture disc showing Madonna sucking toes competing with a vintage Beatles, for the top spot in the countdown. ►