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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.
21 December 2024

Why Did McCartney Think This Beatles Song Was “Too Bad to Release”?

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul McCartney
The Beatles’ remarkable legacy is defined by a nearly unmatched level of quality. John Lennon and Paul McCartney…
21 December 2024

Angus Young Reveals the Only Person Who Could Replace Malcolm in AC/DC—And It’s Not Who You Think!

  • byMichael Thomas
angus young
In 1988, AC/DC faced one of the toughest moments in their career. While touring for their 11th album,…
21 December 2024

The reason Hendrix Called This Guitarist “The Best in the Universe”

  • byMichael Thomas
hendrix
When guitarists reflect on their first experience hearing Jimi Hendrix, it’s a moment seared into their memory. Hendrix…
19 December 2024

How did Jagger Influence on the making of Beatles’ Most Iconic Album

  • byMichael Thomas
mick jaggers
The debate over who reigns supreme—The Beatles or The Rolling Stones—has raged on for decades, becoming as polarizing…
19 December 2024

What was the Greatest Bonham Song in Led Zeppelin’s History?

  • byMichael Thomas
John Bonham mad angry
John Bonham’s reputation as one of rock’s greatest drummers is undeniable. His skills didn’t just elevate Led Zeppelin’s…
19 December 2024

“It’s So Perfect, Every Bit of It”: Gilmour reveals the Greatest Pop ever

  • byMichael Thomas
David Gilmour
Pink Floyd was never focused on dominating the singles charts. As pioneers of progressive rock, the band thrived…
19 December 2024

“Fix This Fiasco”: Kid Rock Joins Trump’s Team to Battle Ticket Industry Scandals

  • byMichael Thomas
Kid Rock
Kid Rock is taking a stand against what he views as a deepening crisis in the music industry:…
19 December 2024

“A voice filled with bad attitude”: “Bruce Springsteen’s Ultimate Musical Inspiration

  • byMichael Thomas
Bruce Springsteen
For Bruce Springsteen, music has always been the compass guiding his life. Despite achieving unimaginable wealth, fame, and…
19 December 2024

‘FUCK HIM’: Why Did Grohl Reject this Rock Icon from Joining Foo Fighters?

  • byMichael Thomas
dave grohl
Foo Fighters have long been seen as a tight-knit rock family. Even during the band’s difficult moments in…
18 December 2024

Bono Talks About the Greatest Frontman He’s Ever Seen – and It’s Not Who You Think

  • byMichael Thomas
bono
Being a frontman of a rock band is no easy feat. The image of singing all night and…
18 December 2024

The Artist Paul McCartney Said Outshone The Beatles on Stage

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul McCartney
Anyone comparing their favorite band to The Beatles is already in for a losing battle. While many rock…
18 December 2024

The Blues Icons Neil Young Admitted Were “Out of His League”

  • byMichael Thomas
Neil Young
Neil Young’s iconic discography is built on deceptively simple ideas delivered with profound nuance. Filled with raw emotion,…
08 December 2024

The Beatles Film George Harrison Wanted to Erase from History

  • byMichael Thomas
george harrison
The Beatles’ meteoric rise from ordinary lives to global fame was swift, and the intense public scrutiny they…
08 December 2024

“Iconic riff”: Charlie Watts Revealed His Favorite Rolling Stones Song

  • byMichael Thomas
Charlie Watts
The Rolling Stones’ fame has often revolved around the electrifying presence of Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, the…
08 December 2024

Why John Lennon just Couldn’t Stand this Paul McCartney’s classic

  • byMichael Thomas
John Lennon
The Beatles’ final album, Let It Be, holds a complex legacy among fans and critics. It’s regarded as…
08 December 2024

The reason Eric Clapton Called This Song “Too Hard to Sing”

  • byMichael Thomas
Eric Clapton
Eric Clapton never set out to claim the title of the world’s greatest singer. His guitar was always…
08 December 2024

‘Scary Good’: The greatest vocalists of all time, according to Keith Richards

  • byMichael Thomas
Keith Richards
Keith Richards’ talents stretch far and wide, but within The Rolling Stones, he’s firmly established as the quintessential…
08 December 2024

‘Scary, Beautiful’: The Bob Dylan Song Clapton Called a Masterpiece

  • byMichael Thomas
Eric Clapton
Bob Dylan’s genius is often treated as an undisputed fact, immortalized in lyrics like Joan Baez’s declaration, “You…
08 December 2024

The Surprising Track That United Lennon and Sinatra

  • byMichael Thomas
john lennon
On the surface, Frank Sinatra and John Lennon couldn’t seem more different. One was the suave embodiment of…
05 December 2024

“Abominable Lyrics”: Why Lennon Was ‘Ashamed’ of This Beatles Song

  • byMichael Thomas
lennon
John Lennon owed much of his fame and fortune to The Beatles, the band that fulfilled his artistic…
05 December 2024

The Rolling Stones Songs That Featured Jimmy Page

  • byMichael Thomas
jimmy page
Beyond their hits like “Sunshine of Your Love” and “White Room,” Cream’s influence extended far beyond their music.…
05 December 2024

John Paul Jones Reveals Led Zeppelin’s Ultimate “Showpiece” Track

  • byMichael Thomas
john paul
When reflecting on Led Zeppelin’s towering rock legacy, the spotlight often lands on Robert Plant’s commanding stage presence…
04 December 2024

“A Giant for the Ages”: The Guitarist Springsteen Calls the Best Ever

  • byMichael Thomas
Bruce Springsteen
In the 1970s and ’80s, Bruce Springsteen’s gravelly voice and working-class anthems became the soundtrack of American rock…
04 December 2024

The One Guitarist John Lennon thought was “Bloody Good!!”

  • byMichael Thomas
lennon
Receiving praise from John Lennon carried a weight far beyond industry accolades like Grammys or chart-topping hits. As…
04 December 2024

“I can’t do it”: Paul Simon on the Guitarist He Could Never Match

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul Simon
Paul Simon is known for his meticulous picking technique and steady pulse, which became the backbone of some…
04 December 2024

“The Other Guy Couldn’t Sing”: The only Frontman Eddie preferred in Van Halen

  • byMichael Thomas
eddie van halen
Van Halen’s legacy is defined by its electrifying energy and ability to create the ultimate party atmosphere, no…
04 December 2024

“I did­n’t think I could ever do this”: The Song Clapton Called “Very Hard to Sing”

  • byMichael Thomas
Eric Clapton
Eric Clapton never claimed to be the world’s best singer, and that’s part of what made his career…
03 December 2024

‘They Weren’t Into It’: Henley on the musicians who hated working with the Eagles

  • byMichael Thomas
henley
Working within the confines of the Eagles was never an easy task. Despite their sun-soaked anthems of Los…
03 December 2024

Everything Sounded the Fucking Same’: The One Album Ozzy Osbourne Wants Erased from history

  • byMichael Thomas
ozzy osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne has repeatedly defied the odds, clawing his way back from countless challenges to remain a rock…
03 December 2024

“That Didn’t Happen Often”: The Only Zeppelin Song with Jimmy Page on Bass

  • byMichael Thomas
jimmy page
Led Zeppelin’s lineup was a force of nature, with each member being a master of their craft. Robert…
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