Edith Piaf is usually thought of as a gifted, tragic figure: a great voice and spirit who sang through lost loves, loneliness, drink and depression. But actress and singer Gay Marshall takes a ...
Music has this magical way of reaching people beyond boundaries or barriers, no matter where they’re from or what language they speak. But there’s more to a song than just a catchy tune. The real ...
In Hear This, A.V. Club writers sing the praises of songs they know well. This week, we’re talking about great songs not sung in English. Dressed in a funereal black dress, small and frail as though ...
As Glasgow's Celtic Connections festival marks the centenary of the birth of Edith Piaf by hosting the acclaimed Piaf! The Show, starring Anne Carrère in the title role, BRIAN MORTON reflects on the ...
After being convincingly portrayed by Marion Cotillard in the 2007 film “La Vie en Rose,” legendary French singer Edith Piaf will come to life in an animated biopic “Edith” that looks to break new ...