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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.
02 December 2025

Ozzy Osbourne Merch Sparks Uproar After Alleged Roger Waters “Diss Shirt” Surfaces

  • byMichael Thomas
roger Waters
Fans and media stirred up after reports that Ozzy Osbourne’s official merchandise store listed a T-shirt apparently aimed…
02 December 2025

Aerosmith and Yungblud Score a Billboard Hit with “One More Time”

  • byMichael Thomas
Aerosmith’s unexpected reinvention just struck gold. Their recent collaboration with Yungblud, a high-voltage rocker who bridges punk and…
01 December 2025

“I Hate Pink Floyd, Rock Had Gone Stale and Pink Floyd Proved It” says John Lydon

  • byMichael Thomas
lydon
John Lydon’s long, strange relationship with Pink Floyd remains one of rock’s most revealing culture clashes. In the…
01 December 2025

‘He Was at One With His Instrument’: How Neil Young Says Hendrix Threw a Molotov on Rock Music

  • byMichael Thomas
jimi hendrix
“Guitar, you can play it — or transcend it. Jimi showed me that. He was at one with…
01 December 2025

Radiohead Postpones Copenhagen Shows Amid Thom Yorke’s Severe Infection

  • byMichael Thomas
thom
Radiohead have been forced to postpone two of their upcoming Copenhagen shows after frontman Thom Yorke was struck…
01 December 2025

The Untold Story Behind Led Zeppelin’s Iconic “Stairway to Heaven” Solo

  • byMichael Thomas
jimmy page
By January 1971, Jimmy Page had hit a wall. Led Zeppelin was holed up at Headley Grange, a…
01 December 2025

“Decades of Metal, Riffs, and Fans” — Judas Priest Announces Massive 2026 Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
Heavy metal titans Judas Priest have confirmed they’re hitting the road again in 2026 — and it’s shaping…
01 December 2025

Linkin Park Says ‘We’re Not Done Yet’ as the Band Reflects on an Emotional Comeback

  • byMichael Thomas
linkin park
Linkin Park has sparked a wave of renewed hope among fans after recent comments suggesting the band is…
01 December 2025

“We Miss You, Brother”: Limp Bizkit Honor Sam Rivers With a Moving Performance

  • byMichael Thomas
At a recent show, Limp Bizkit paused the music to honor former bassist Sam Rivers, delivering a moving…
30 November 2025

Nicko McBrain Admits He’s Torn About Retirement: “Not Promising Another Five Years”

  • byMichael Thomas
As 2025 winds down, longtime Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain has admitted he’s caught between pride, exhaustion, and…
30 November 2025

“Neil Young Unveils Tonight’s the Night 50th Anniversary Expanded Edition — You Won’t Believe the Hidden Tracks!”

  • byMichael Thomas
Neil Young is marking the 50th anniversary of his landmark album Tonight’s the Night by releasing an expanded…
30 November 2025

Watch David Ellefson Join Massive Mexico City Choir of 1,000+ Musicians to Perform Black Sabbath’s “Paranoid”

  • byMichael Thomas
Dave ellf
In a powerful tribute to rock’s roots, veteran bassist David Ellefson recently took part in a massive musical…
30 November 2025

Nikki Sixx Blasts Aging Rockers: “You’re Not 25 Anymore — Stop Faking It”

  • byMichael Thomas
Nikki sixx
In a frank interview, Nikki Sixx didn’t hold back — criticising a subset of veteran rock musicians who,…
30 November 2025

Slash: “Bob Dylan Then Is Not the Same as Bob Dylan Now” — and He Cut My Solo Because It ‘Sounded Like Guns N’ Roses’

  • byMichael Thomas
slash's
Slash says one studio session with Bob Dylan is a career moment he still regrets. The Guns N’…
30 November 2025

“This Was Torture”: Post Malone’s Cowboys–Chiefs Halftime Show Sparks Fan Backlash Across Social Media

  • byMichael Thomas
Post Malone found himself at the center of an unexpected storm after his highly promoted halftime performance during…
29 November 2025

Jerry Cantrell Says He Doesn’t Believe Soundgarden Ever Wrote a Bad Song

  • byMichael Thomas
Jerry Cantrell, the long-time guitarist and founding member of Alice in Chains, recently spoke out in admiration of…
29 November 2025

James Hetfield: “I Have the Best Job in the World” — What That Time With Metallica Means to Him

  • byMichael Thomas
metallica james Hetfield
James Hetfield recently opened up about what drives him — and the answer was simple: after more than…
29 November 2025

See the First Public Photo of Ace Frehley’s Final Resting Place — Fans Are Heartbroken

  • byMichael Thomas
Fans around the world are paying tribute after the first official photo of Ace Frehley’s final resting place…
29 November 2025

“He Turned Down Foreigner?! Lou Gramm Reveals the Shocking Audition He Walked Away From

  • byMichael Thomas
Long before Lou Gramm became the voice behind Foreigner’s biggest hits, the singer reportedly turned down the band’s…
28 November 2025

Radiohead Shatter The O2 Attendance Record With Historic Four-Night Run

  • byMichael Thomas
thom
Radiohead have reportedly broken the record for the highest ever attendance at London’s O2 Arena, surpassing the previous…
28 November 2025

Steve Lukather Is Tired of Hearing ‘Crap’ About Toto’s Lineup

  • byMichael Thomas
Steve Lukather, the longtime guitarist and public face of Toto, has once again clarified why the band’s classic…
28 November 2025

Watch Rare 1978 Black Sabbath Show With Dave Walker, during the time Ozzy Osbourne left the band for just a few months

  • byMichael Thomas
It’s one of those rare moments that makes fans of rock stop and take notice. Black Sabbath, the…
28 November 2025

Aerosmith’s Generation-Defining Hit Soars to a New All-Time Peak

  • byMichael Thomas
rush vs aerosmith
In May 2023, Aerosmith announced what was meant to be the final chapter of their legendary career with…
28 November 2025

‘Sit Down and Discuss Their Future’ — Liam Gallagher Drops Cryptic Hint About Possible 2026 Oasis Shows”

  • byMichael Thomas
For nearly three decades, the Gallagher brothers have turned sibling rivalry into a full-blown rock saga — one…
28 November 2025

Post Malone Takes Over Thanksgiving Halftime Show With High-Energy Performance for Cowboys vs. Chiefs

  • byMichael Thomas
Post Malone brought his signature energy to the NFL’s Thanksgiving halftime show during the Dallas Cowboys’ matchup against…
28 November 2025

After Epic Performance, Fans Petition for Jack White to Headline NFL Halftime Forever!

  • byMichael Thomas
After a jaw-dropping performance at the Detroit Thanksgiving halftime show, fans are now rallying behind a bold new…
28 November 2025

WATCH Jack White Shocks Fans at Detroit Halftime Show — Then Brings Eminem Onstage in a Historic Motor City Moment

  • byMichael Thomas
Eminem thrilled fans at the Thanksgiving showdown between the Detroit Lions and the Green Bay Packers by making…
27 November 2025

Did Halestorm Just Outdo a Legend? Paul Rodgers Joins Them for a Shocking ‘Shooting Star’ Revival

  • byMichael Thomas
Halestorm have joined forces with rock legend Paul Rodgers for a stunning new rendition of Bad Company’s classic…
27 November 2025

“We Lost the Plot”: David Ellefson on How Megadeth Strayed During ‘Risk’

  • byMichael Thomas
Dave ellf
Former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson has offered a blunt, candid assessment of a turbulent chapter in the band’s history,…
27 November 2025

Elton John Shares Heartbreaking Health Update After Losing Sight in One Eye

  • byMichael Thomas
Elton John has opened up about his ongoing health challenges after suffering severe vision problems over the past…
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