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Michael Thomas

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

The Soul Album George Michael Once Called One of the Best Ever Made

  • byMichael Thomas
When George Michael spoke about the records that influenced him most, he didn’t stick only to pop or…
15 February

Sting Names a Rock Song He Believes Is One of the Greatest Ever Written

  • byMichael Thomas
sting
Legendary musician Sting — known for his work with The Police and a rich solo career — has…
15 February

Why My Chemical Romance Wiped Their Social Accounts Days Before a Big Tour Date

  • byMichael Thomas
In a move that has sent the internet into a frenzy, My Chemical Romance wiped all of the…
15 February

Three Days Grace’s One-X Goes Gold in the UK Nearly 20 Years Later

  • byMichael Thomas
Almost two decades after its release, One-X continues to prove that some records don’t just age — they…
15 February

“I Always Got Irritated”: The One Musician Slash Admits He Never Really Enjoyed Playing With

  • byMichael Thomas
slash
Even the most iconic guitarists have their creative clashes — and Slash is no exception. While his work…
15 February

The Beatles Song George Harrison Once Called the Most Beautiful He’d Ever Heard

  • byMichael Thomas
harrison
George Harrison — the quietly spiritual guitarist of The Beatles — may be best known for classics like…
14 February

Gene Simmons Stands by Controversial Rap Comments, Saying Hip-Hop “Does Not Belong” in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

  • byMichael Thomas
Rock veteran Gene Simmons has doubled down on remarks he made last week questioning the place of hip-hop…
13 February

Mark Knopfler Names the One Guitarist He Always Wanted to Play With

  • byMichael Thomas
Mark Knopfler
Legendary guitarist Mark Knopfler, best known as the leader and creative force behind Dire Straits, has revealed which…
13 February

“You Can’t Deny the Impact”— Chuck D Responds to Gene Simmons’ Comments on Hip-Hop and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

  • byMichael Thomas
gene simmons
Legendary hip-hop pioneer Chuck D has fired back at remarks made by Gene Simmons regarding the place of…
13 February

Foo Fighters Tease New Album With 11 Short Song Snippets — Fans Go Wild

  • byMichael Thomas
Dave Grohl
The Foo Fighters have sparked intense excitement among fans after quietly releasing 11 short song snippets online, strongly…
13 February

Mike Shinoda’s Birthday Post Has Fans Asking One Big Question: Is Linkin Park Back in the Studio?

  • byMichael Thomas
Mile shinoda
A simple birthday post has turned into a full-scale fan investigation. A new Instagram Story shared for Mike…
13 February

Independent Forensic Team Challenges Official Ruling in Kurt Cobain’s 1994 Death

  • byMichael Thomas
kurt cobain
Nearly three decades after the death of Kurt Cobain, a new independent forensic review is questioning the long-standing…
13 February

“Let’s Make It Happen” — Backstreet Boys Pitch Themselves for 2027 Super Bowl

  • byMichael Thomas
After decades at the top of pop music, the Backstreet Boys have thrown their hat into the ring…
13 February

David Ellefson Says He Should Be Part of Megadeth’s Farewell Tour: “Any Reason That I’m Not There Now Is Unfounded, Untruthful and Unfair”

  • byMichael Thomas
Former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson has responded publicly to questions about his absence from the band’s ongoing farewell…
13 February

Pearl Jam Are Entering a New Era, Eddie Vedder Says — “We’re in the Lab, We’re Woodshedding”

  • byMichael Thomas
eddie
Legendary rock band Pearl Jam are gearing up for a fresh chapter in their decades-long career, according to…
12 February

“This Isn’t Perfect” — Kid Rock Defends Live Nation Partnership After Capitol Hill Testimony

  • byMichael Thomas
Kid Rock
Kid Rock is taking an unusual step for a major touring artist: he’s partnering with Live Nation and…
12 February

Billy Corgan Says Smashing Pumpkins Were the First Grunge Band to “Grow Up” Musically

  • byMichael Thomas
Billy corgan
Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan has offered a fresh take on his band’s place in rock history, arguing…
12 February

“That’s What Rock Should Be” — Ian Anderson on Why the Early Beatles Felt So Dangerous

  • byMichael Thomas
the beatles
Jethro Tull frontman Ian Anderson has opened up about one of the most formative musical experiences of his…
12 February

Rod Stewart Admits He Was “Terrified” to Sing One of His Biggest Hits

  • byMichael Thomas
Rod Stewart
Even legends get nervous. Rod Stewart, the gravel-voiced rock icon whose career has spanned more than five decades,…
12 February

Following Brad Arnold’s Passing, “Here Without You” Returns to No. 1 as Fans Mourn Through Music

  • byMichael Thomas
In the wake of Brad Arnold’s passing, fans have found comfort in a song that has long carried…
12 February

Disturbed’s David Draiman Calls for “Radical” Unity Festival Featuring Bad Bunny And Kid Rock

  • byMichael Thomas
Dairman
Disturbed frontman David Draiman has proposed a strikingly broad idea meant to push back against political and cultural…
11 February

Simple Plan Announce 2026 “Bigger Than You Think! Tour – The Sequel!” With Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3

  • byMichael Thomas
Simple plan
Multi-platinum pop-punk veterans Simple Plan have officially unveiled their 2026 North American tour, Bigger Than You Think! Tour…
11 February

“How Is It Possible We Gave This Evil Man So Much Power?” Jack White Calls for Trump to Be Impeached And Jailed

  • byMichael Thomas
Rock musician Jack White has launched one of his most explosive public criticisms of President Donald Trump yet,…
11 February

Which Artists Have Canceled on Kid Rock’s ‘Rock the Country’ Festival So Far???

  • byMichael Thomas
The 2026 Rock the Country music festival, co-founded and headlined by Kid Rock, has faced growing turmoil in…
11 February

“We Will Not Back Down” — Rock The Country Issues Defiant Statement Amid Growing Controversy

  • byMichael Thomas
Organizers of the Rock the Country music festival — a touring event co-founded and headlined by Kid Rock…
11 February

Don Henley Reveals Surprise Eagles Song He Can’t Stand to Listen To

  • byMichael Thomas
henley
In a candid new interview, Don Henley, co-founder and longtime frontman of The Eagles, shared that there’s one…
11 February

Stewart Copeland Announces 2026 Spoken-Word Tour: ‘Have I Said Too Much’ Across 34 Cities

  • byMichael Thomas
Stewart Copeland — the legendary drummer and co-founder of The Police — has unveiled a major 2026 tour…
11 February

Blues Legend Buddy Guy Announces Big 2026 Tour Celebrating His 90th Birthday

  • byMichael Thomas
Buddy Guy — one of the most influential figures in blues and rock history — has unveiled his…
11 February

Kid Rock Denies Lip-Syncing at Turning Point USA Halftime Show, Blames Sync Issues and Hits Back at Critics

  • byMichael Thomas
Kid Rock
Kid Rock is pushing back hard against the wave of criticism that followed his headline performance at Turning…
11 February

Turning Point USA Confirms Return of All-American Halftime Show at Super Bowl 2027

  • byMichael Thomas
Turning Point USA has confirmed it will host another alternative Super Bowl halftime show at next year’s Super…
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