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Michael Thomas

2008 posts
Michael Thomas is a music historian obsessed with the '70s and '80s rock scene. He collects vinyl and argues about Led Zeppelin daily.
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…
09 February 2025

Slash Admitted He Struggled to Play with This Musical Genius

  • byMichael Thomas
slash
A great session musician can walk into any studio and adapt to whatever style is thrown at them.…
09 February 2025

The Guitarist Blackmore Said Was “ Ahead of His Time”!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
Ritchie Blackmore
Few musicians have shaped rock music as profoundly as its greatest guitarists. These players gave rock its edge,…
09 February 2025

The Heavy Rock Band That Left Robert Plant Embarrassed!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
plants
No musical revolution happens in isolation, and the birth of heavy metal was no different. While Black Sabbath…
06 February 2025

Why Did Jimmy Page Avoid These Musicians Despite Their Fame?

  • byMichael Thomas
Not every musician can collaborate with just anyone. While artists like David Bowie could shape-shift into any style…
06 February 2025

Who Did Fleetwood Call the Best Guitarist—If Not Peter Green?

  • byMichael Thomas
mick fleetwood
When people talk about Fleetwood Mac today, they often jump straight to the blockbuster lineup of the late…
06 February 2025

Roger Waters Thought He Was Pink Floyd—Here’s When He Proved It

  • byMichael Thomas
waters
Getting kicked out of a band can send a musician into a tailspin. Losing that creative push-and-pull often…
06 February 2025

Why Joe Perry Passed on Seeing The Stones for Another Band

  • byMichael Thomas
perry
Joe Perry has never been one to follow the expected path when it comes to his influences. While…
05 February 2025

Bruce Springsteen Explains Why He Never Wanted to Be Like Elvis or Michael Jackson

  • byMichael Thomas
Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen was born with rock and roll in his soul. Inspired by great American songwriters like Pete…
05 February 2025

Why Roger Waters Can’t Stand This Artist’s Live Performances

  • byMichael Thomas
roger Waters
A true test of any musician’s legacy is their ability to command a live stage. It’s one thing…
05 February 2025

Why Slash Struggled to Keep Up with This Music Icon???

  • byMichael Thomas
slash's
A great session musician knows how to adapt. Whether shifting from country to jazz or tackling bluegrass, true…
04 February 2025

Joe Perry Had Enough—Why Aerosmith Cut Ties with Megadeth

  • byMichael Thomas
steven tyler and joe perry
The art of a good old-fashioned rock feud just isn’t what it used to be. These days, most…
04 February 2025

Forget the Legends—Jeff Beck Named This Guitarist as the Greatest Ever

  • byMichael Thomas
jeff beck guitar
Jeff Beck’s legacy as a guitarist is undeniable. Decades after his emergence, his name remains near the top…
04 February 2025

What Was Eddie Van Halen’s Greatest On-Stage Moment?

  • byMichael Thomas
eddie van halen
Van Halen weren’t just a band; they were the embodiment of the 1980s—loud, over-the-top, and impossible to ignore.…
03 February 2025

Slash Says This Band Was the Key to His Success—And It’s Not Led Zeppelin

  • byMichael Thomas
slash's
By 1987, rock music had become bloated with over-the-top acts that prioritized style over substance. While many of…
03 February 2025

The Albums That Stole Wright’s Attention—Even During Pink Floyd’s Prime

  • byMichael Thomas
richards
Richard Wright’s contributions to Pink Floyd were often understated, but his role was crucial, especially during the band’s…
03 February 2025

Why Lennon Hated These Beatles Songs?—Even the Hits!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
lennon
John Lennon was the most prolific songwriter in The Beatles, penning nearly 100 songs in under a decade.…
02 February 2025

“It’s Very Moving to Me”: McCartney on His Favorite Lennon Song

  • byMichael Thomas
John Lennon
More than 40 years have passed since the tragic loss of John Lennon, yet for those closest to…
02 February 2025

Joe Elliott takes a dig on Cobain’s Guitar Playing: “He’s Not Very Good at Lead”

  • byMichael Thomas
kurt cobain
Nirvana’s MTV Unplugged performance is one of the most celebrated in music history, featuring stripped-down renditions of their…
02 February 2025

Forget ‘Stairway to Heaven’—Plant Says This Song Was His Toughest Challenge

  • byMichael Thomas
robert plant
When talking about the greatest rock singers of all time, Robert Plant is almost always near the top…
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