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Michael Thomas

1995 posts
Michael Thomas is a music historian obsessed with the '70s and '80s rock scene. He collects vinyl and argues about Led Zeppelin daily.
03 April

“We’re Not Finished Yet”: U2 Release Surprise New EP

  • byMichael Thomas
bono
Irish rock giants U2 have surprised fans again in 2026 with the release of a brand-new EP titled…
03 April

“Bad and Very Boring Singer”: Donald Trump Takes Late-Night Swipe at Bruce Springsteen

  • byMichael Thomas
bruce
A long-running political clash between Donald Trump and Bruce Springsteen reignited recently after the former president took a…
03 April

“He Is the Reason We Are Still Alive as a Functioning Rock Band” — Brian May’s Lashes At Fans For criticizing Adam Lambert

  • byMichael Thomas
There is a corner of the Queen fanbase that has never accepted Adam Lambert. They never will. They…
03 April

Rush’s Alex Lifeson Admits He Doubted New Drummer Anika Nilles

  • byMichael Thomas
Rush’s long‑awaited return has been one of rock’s most talked‑about developments — not just because the band is…
03 April

Hear Peter Gabriel’s Reflective New Song “Till Your Mind Is Shining”

  • byMichael Thomas
Peter Gabriel
Peter Gabriel has unveiled a new track titled “Till Your Mind Is Shining,” offering fans another glimpse into…
03 April

Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Flea Says “It’s Great to Be Gay” on Social Media and Fires Back at Anyone Who Questioned It

  • byMichael Thomas
Four words. That is all it took for Flea — one of the most celebrated bassists in rock…
02 April

Alice Cooper Welcomes New Guitarist Anna Cara to His Band

  • byMichael Thomas
Rock legend Alice Cooper has added a new member to his touring band: guitarist Anna Cara. The announcement…
02 April

“Tell Them We’re Cool Now”: Courtney Love Urges Dave Grohl to Shit Down Fan Criticism

  • byMichael Thomas
For decades, tensions between Courtney Love and Dave Grohl have lingered in the background of rock history. The…
02 April

Gary Holt Says Metallica Used His Lyrics on Ride the Lightning: “James, I’ll Send You My Bank Info”

  • byMichael Thomas
Veteran thrash guitarist Gary Holt recently joked that he might deserve a payment from Metallica after claiming some…
02 April

Courtney Love and Billy Corgan Call Out on Kim Gordon in Explosive Podcast Feud

  • byMichael Thomas
Rock hasn’t gone easy on itself this week. In a fiery new episode of Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy…
02 April

Fleetwood Mac Legend Lindsey Buckingham Attacked by Suspected Stalker

  • byMichael Thomas
Lindsey Buckingham
Lindsey Buckingham, the legendary guitarist and songwriter best known for his years with Fleetwood Mac, was involved in…
02 April

Motörhead Legend Lemmy Kilmister To Be Honoured at Burslem Urban Rock Festival

  • byMichael Thomas
Lemmy
The hometown of Lemmy Kilmister is preparing to celebrate his legacy with a brand-new music event. The first-ever…
01 April

Courtney Love Opens Up About Living in Lana Del Rey’s Home for a Year

  • byMichael Thomas
The relationship between Courtney Love and Lana Del Rey has long fascinated fans of alternative music. The two…
01 April

“Corrupt and Reckless”: Bruce Springsteen Blasts “Snowflake” Trump at Minneapolis Show

  • byMichael Thomas
When Bruce Springsteen launched his 2026 “Land of Hope and Dreams” tour, he made it clear from the…
01 April

David Byrne Explains Why ICE Footage Appears in His Live Shows

  • byMichael Thomas
David Byrne has revealed the reason behind one of the most striking moments in his current live performances:…
01 April

Paul McCartney Celebrates Apple’s 50th Anniversary With Special Concert at Apple Park

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul McCartney
On March 31, Paul McCartney delivered a rare and symbolic performance at Apple Park in California, helping mark…
01 April

Arnel Pineda Reveals He Wanted Out of Journey Before the Farewell Tour Began

  • byMichael Thomas
Arnel Pineda has revealed that he nearly stepped away from Journey’s farewell tour before it even began. In…
01 April

Eric Clapton Admits Some of His Pre-1980s Albums Feel “Embarrassing” for a Painful Reason

  • byMichael Thomas
Eric Clapton
For decades, Eric Clapton has been celebrated as one of the greatest figures in blues and rock music.…
01 April

Gene Simmons announces Summer 2026 Solo Tour With Sebastian Bach and Lita Ford

  • byMichael Thomas
gene simmons
Gene Simmons has revealed a new set of summer 2026 concert dates with his solo band, continuing his…
31 March

Bruce Springsteen says “I don’t worry about losing fans” over political statements

  • byMichael Thomas
Bruce Springsteen has openly acknowledged that criticism and backlash are part of being a politically engaged artist, saying…
31 March

“If They’d Let Me In”: Brian May Once Revealed the Two Legendary Bands He Wish He’d Joined

  • byMichael Thomas
When people think of the greatest rock bands of all time, Queen is always near the top of…
31 March

Kid Rock Faces Backlash After Video Of Him Saluting Army Attack Helicopters at His Nashville Estate Goes Viral

  • byMichael Thomas
On the same day that millions of Americans were marching in No Kings protests across the country, Kid…
31 March

Joe Bonamassa Honours Rory Gallagher With a Live Tribute Album

  • byMichael Thomas
There are tribute albums and there are acts of devotion. The Spirit of Rory Live from Cork is…
31 March

Can Keith Richards Still Play Guitar With Arthritis at 82 — and What Did He Say That Surprised Everyone?

  • byMichael Thomas
Keith Richards
At 82 years old, Keith Richards is doing what he has always done — talking about the guitar…
30 March

“They Could Get a Good Raunchy Beat Going”: The Two Best Guitarists of the 1950s according to Lemmy

  • byMichael Thomas
Lemmy
When Lemmy Kilmister had an opinion, he delivered it the same way Motörhead delivered music — loud, direct,…
30 March

“Robert Plant Came Up With Lyrics That Were Extraordinary”: Jimmy Page Just Released a Never-Heard Demo of “Ten Years Gone”

  • byMichael Thomas
Nobody announced it was coming. No press release. No teaser campaign. Jimmy Page simply uploaded a recording to…
30 March

Watch Rush Take the Stage for the First Time in 11 Years at the 2026 Juno Awards

  • byMichael Thomas
Nobody in that arena was fully prepared for what happened at the top of the 2026 Juno Awards.…
29 March

“Is Everyone Allowed to Break the Law or Just Donnie?” — Jack White Just Said What Millions of Americans Were Already Thinking About Trump’s Signature on U.S. Currency

  • byMichael Thomas
On March 26, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced something that had never happened before in American…
29 March

Bruce Springsteen Told 200,000 People “They Picked the Wrong City” at the Most Powerful Protest Rally in Years

  • byMichael Thomas
On Saturday, March 28, the steps of the Minnesota State Capitol became the most politically charged concert stage…
29 March

Guns N’ Roses Announce Lineup Change And Live Music Debut for 2026 World Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
Guns N’ Roses kicked off their 2026 World Tour on March 28 at the Tecate Pa’l Norte festival…
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