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The Melt by Jason Diamond β€’ 334 implied HN points β€’ 21 Jul 23
  1. Tony Bennett remained a constant and influential figure in the music industry for decades.
  2. He had a unique ability to adapt and appeal to different generations while staying true to his classic style.
  3. Bennett's music, particularly his 'Unplugged' album, resonated with younger audiences and introduced them to the beauty of classic standards.
Front Row & Backstage β€’ 353 implied HN points β€’ 29 May 23
  1. Tina Turner was a legendary artist who inspired other musicians like Phil Spector.
  2. The song 'River Deep-Mountain High' marked a significant collaboration between Tina Turner and Phil Spector, showcasing their talents.
  3. The recording process for 'River Deep-Mountain High' was intense and intricate, leading to a masterpiece in pop music history.
Painful Signs, Or, Joel's Substack β€’ 39 implied HN points β€’ 08 Nov 23
  1. Athena's role in Homeric epic is as a right-hand to her father and a special sponsor of heroes like Diomedes in the Iliad.
  2. Athena's birth, as per various texts, reflects the resolution of conflicts in the creation of the Universe, showing her as somewhat androgynous.
  3. Athena is depicted with a wide range of epithets and cult-names across different regions, showcasing the diversity in her representations and worship.
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Freddie deBoer β€’ 1 HN point β€’ 19 Feb 24
  1. The concept of 'Greatest of All Time' (GOAT) in sports is flawed because the title keeps changing hands quickly, making the term lose its meaning over time.
  2. Presentism, the bias towards the present, influences sports media to overlook past greats like Bart Starr and Sammy Baugh, focusing only on current players.
  3. Comparing athletes across eras is challenging and often biased due to the obsession with the present and the continuous turnover of 'greatest' titles in sports.