Deployment playlists, then and now: from Walkmans to wireless despair
Music has always been more than a distraction for deployed service members — it's a lifeline. Here's how its method of delivery has changed over time.
By Clay Beyersdorfer
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Former Green Beret and son charged by Japan with helping former Nissan exec flee, jump bail
Prosecutors said the Taylors were formally charged with helping a criminal escape, although dates and other details of a trial were undecided
Black Rifle Coffee’s music video showcases the military’s day-to-day monotonies the public never sees
The melody brings to mind the many delectable symphonies concocted by legendary musicians and rock-wielding demon tamers, Tenacious D.
By J.D. Simkins
Rising young Afghan pianist wants world to see a different side of his country
Elham Fanous, a gifted young Afghan pianist, will graduate soon with a bachelor of music degree from the City University of New York’s Hunter College.
By Kent Miller
‘To U.S. troops who served in Afghanistan: Thank you’
I wish I could talk to each of you. I would tell you that a generation of young Afghans has grown up in a civil society, which you enabled through your service and courage.
By Elham Fanous
Far out field trip: What the Marine Corps can learn from Burning Man
“If we had to do (Operation Iraqi Freedom) again, most people in the Marine Corps wouldn’t have the experience level these people do because they do Burning Man ever year," this retired major wrote.
By Todd South
Fort Bragg soldier balances music passion with Army career
Every third Friday of the month, patrons of On After sports bar on Bragg Boulevard can find Chris Munson strumming a guitar, covering songs and singing his own music.
By Rachael Riley, The Fayetteville (N.C.) Observer via the AP
Here’s where military musicians learn the gig
Military musicians serve important roles in diplomatic, recruiting or other public relations functions across the armed services.
By Courtney Mabeus, The Virginian-Pilot via the AP
This smash hit music video just plunged the US into a race for military-themed band domination
Much like the nuclear arms race of the Cold War, the exceedingly pertinent race to produce the greatest military-funded musical numbers is upon us.
By J.D. Simkins
From military kids to troops to vets, how music helps us heal … and tell our story
From dealing with a father's deployment to staring down post-traumatic stress, some members of military community can find much-needed strength in music, the author writes.
By Army Sgt. 1st Class Jason L. Hanna
Got talent? Try out for the American Military Spouses Choir
The American Military Spouses Choir is seeking talented singers.
By Karen Jowers
Country superstar Toby Keith: on ‘Bus Songs’ and time with the troops
The country megastar reflects on his time with the troops.
By Andrea Scott