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Michael Thomas

1787 posts
Michael Thomas is a music historian obsessed with the '70s and '80s rock scene. He collects vinyl and argues about Led Zeppelin daily.
17 March 2025

“I Could Not Cope With It”: The Rock Icon Who Left John Lydon Too Intimidated to Speak

  • byMichael Thomas
lydon
Punk rock was built on tearing down rock’s biggest superstars, and few embodied that rebellious attitude more than…
16 March 2025

“It Was Obnoxious—And I Regret It”: Nick Cave Says Sorry for That “Uncharitable” Red Hot Chili Peppers Dig

  • byMichael Thomas
nick cave
Nick Cave has apologized for a past remark he made about the Red Hot Chili Peppers, which he…
16 March 2025

Annoyed Paul McCartney Writes a Song About Jimmy Fallon in Real Time!.. That Will Leave You Laughing

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul McCartney
Paul McCartney is a master songwriter, effortlessly crafting timeless melodies—but what happens when you get on his nerves?…
15 March 2025

“He Was the Star of My Life Story”—Dolly Parton Honors Late Husband with Emotional Song

  • byMichael Thomas
dolly parton and her husband
Dolly Parton is paying tribute to her late husband, Carl Thomas Dean, with a deeply personal song following…
14 March 2025

“Too Big for Other Bands”: Glenn Frey on the Eagles Song No Band Could Match

  • byMichael Thomas
Glenn Frey
Every musician starts by imitating their heroes, but true greatness comes from making something uniquely your own. Glenn…
14 March 2025

The Song Graham Nash Wrote to Call Out Neil Young and Stephen Stills

  • byMichael Thomas
nash
The 1970s ushered in the golden age of the singer-songwriter, a time when music could be as personal…
11 March 2025

Tom Petty Thought He Was at His Best—Until This Album Proved Him Wrong!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
Tom Petty
Tom Petty was never one to stand still. From the moment he started his career, he treated music…
10 March 2025

“Just Rubbish!”—The Five Bands That Lemmy Absolutely Hated

  • byMichael Thomas
Lemmy
Few musicians were as unapologetically honest as Lemmy Kilmister. The Motörhead frontman didn’t just live rock ‘n’ roll—he…
08 March 2025

Was Zeppelin’s Reunion a Disaster? John Paul Jones Thinks So

  • byMichael Thomas
john paul
Every classic rock reunion carries the risk of falling apart at any moment. While fans dream of seeing…
05 March 2025

The Song Neil Young Wrote about Joining Led Zeppelin!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
Neil Young
After decades in the music industry, you’d think Neil Young would be immune to feeling starstruck. He had…
03 March 2025

The Steely Dan Lyric Fagen said Fans “Completely Misunderstood”

  • byMichael Thomas
steely dan
Trying to decode Steely Dan’s lyrics is like solving a puzzle with missing pieces. Walter Becker and Donald…
02 March 2025

This Pink Floyd Song Roger Waters Thinks Was a “Mistake”!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
roger Waters
Not every song a band releases is destined for greatness. Even the most legendary musicians have moments where…
02 March 2025

Why Tony Struggled to Play This Unlikely Black Sabbath Track???

  • byMichael Thomas
iommi
For any musician, translating the sounds in their head into a fully realized recording can be a frustrating…
26 February 2025

Mike Shinoda Says LINKIN PARK’s New Music Is Better Than Their Chester Bennington-Era Hits

  • byMichael Thomas
linkin park
While interacting with fans on Discord, LINKIN PARK’s Mike Shinoda shed light on why the band has been…
24 February 2025

Why Does Eddie Vedder Regret This Pearl Jam Track?

  • byMichael Thomas
eddie
Pearl Jam isn’t usually thought of as a protest band. While their music often carries strong messages, they…
24 February 2025

Why Did John Paul Think This Band Was “Worse” Than Zeppelin?

  • byMichael Thomas
john paul
Being a bad boy of rock and roll wasn’t just encouraged in the genre’s early days—it was practically…
24 February 2025

The Band Robert Plant Blasted for Ruining Hard Rock!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
robert plant
On September 7th, 1968, an unassuming crowd at the Gladsaxe Teen Club in Copenhagen was expecting a night…
18 February 2025

“Ridiculous”: The Beatles Album That Noel Absolutely Hated

  • byMichael Thomas
Noel gallagher
No band is flawless. Even the most dedicated fans struggle to defend every decision their favorite artists make,…
18 February 2025

“Not Even Human”: Jack Black on the Drummers He Calls “The Greatest”

  • byMichael Thomas
jack black
Drummers may not always get the same spotlight as guitarists or vocalists, but their contributions are the backbone…
16 February 2025

The One Live Album That Jeff Beck Considered Untouchable

  • byMichael Thomas
Jeff Beck
Jeff Beck will forever be celebrated as one of rock’s most innovative guitarists. When he passed away in…
16 February 2025

“Yuck”: What Sparked the Feud Between Rush and the Eagles?

  • byMichael Thomas
Don henley
Some bands don’t just make great music—they redefine the entire landscape of rock. By blending genres, pushing boundaries,…
13 February 2025

The One Album That Made Jeff Beck Completely Lose It!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
jeff beck guitar
For a guitarist as legendary as Jeff Beck, even the most thrilling gigs could sometimes feel like routine.…
13 February 2025

“Just Plain Weird”: The Blues Song Even Clapton Struggled to Play

  • byMichael Thomas
Eric Clapton
The debate over the greatest guitarist of all time will never be settled. As long as rock ‘n’…
13 February 2025

Why Eddie Vedder Thinks This Farewell Show Is “Rock’s Greatest Ever”

  • byMichael Thomas
eddie
Every band eventually faces the conversation about when to call it quits. Some artists bow out gracefully, while…
11 February 2025

This Tom Petty Album Made Millions—But why He Hated It???

  • byMichael Thomas
Tom Petty
For most legendary artists, record sales become an afterthought. While it’s always nice to know fans appreciate new…
11 February 2025

“I Hate It”: The Neil Young Song That Harrison Absolutely Couldn’t Stand

  • byMichael Thomas
george harrison
George Harrison was often seen as the most reserved and diplomatic member of The Beatles, avoiding public feuds…
11 February 2025

“Like Lead Weights on Your Boots”: The Band That Made Knopfler Miserable

  • byMichael Thomas
Mark Knopfler
Mark Knopfler has long been respected as one of rock’s most technically gifted and tasteful guitarists. Unlike many…
10 February 2025

“I’m Gonna Need This!”: Gilmour’s Favorite Song that he Couldn’t Live Without

  • byMichael Thomas
David Gilmour
David Gilmour, Pink Floyd’s legendary guitarist, has spent decades shaping the sound of progressive rock. While his intricate…
10 February 2025

The Legendary Band Plant Never Wanted to be a Part Of

  • byMichael Thomas
plants
Being in one of the biggest rock bands of all time is both a blessing and a curse.…
10 February 2025

The Rock Star Who Inspired Bon Scott to Take AC/DC to the Top

  • byMichael Thomas
bon scott
Criticizing AC/DC for sticking to their signature sound is like complaining that Lewis Hamilton drives too fast—it’s what…
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