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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.
22 October 2024

‘A Corner of Your Psyche’: Lydon on Roxy Music’s Boldest Track

  • byMichael Thomas
lydon
John Lydon is often associated with punk, best known as Johnny Rotten, the outspoken and controversial frontman of…
22 October 2024

The Eagles: Why They Were Once Called ‘The Beatles of America’

  • byMichael Thomas
the eagles
Although band members deny the comparison, The Eagles were once dubbed “The Beatles of America” when they first…
21 October 2024

Paul Stanley Slams Jane’s Addiction Bust-Up: “You Don’t Bring Problems Onstage”

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul Stanley
KISS frontman Paul Stanley recently shared his thoughts on the heated onstage bust-up between Jane’s Addiction frontman Perry…
21 October 2024

Zakk Wylde on Seeing Guns N’ Roses Live in the Late ’80s: “You Knew They Were Special”

  • byMichael Thomas
Guns N' Roses
Zakk Wylde recently reflected on seeing Guns N’ Roses live in the late 1980s, noting how the band…
21 October 2024

Why Steve Hackett Found Genesis Increasingly “Difficult to Work With”

  • byMichael Thomas
hackett
During Steve Hackett’s recent interview with Ultimate Guitar, he touched on a range of topics, including his thoughts…
21 October 2024

LINKIN PARK To Release New Video for “Over Each Other” Ahead of Upcoming Album

  • byMichael Thomas
linkin park
LINKIN PARK is gearing up for the release of their highly anticipated new song “Over Each Other,” with…
21 October 2024

Rock Hall Induction Shocker: Ozzy Drops Truth Bombs in Epic Speech

  • byMichael Thomas
ozzy osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on October 19, marking a momentous…
21 October 2024

Bonham’s Least Favorite Led Zeppelin Track: “Boring and Dreadful”

  • byMichael Thomas
John Bonham mad angry
Led Zeppelin’s career is filled with beloved creations, from the explosive blues rock of their debut album to…
21 October 2024

“I Tried to Kill Myself”: Adler Exposes the Truth Behind His Guns N’ Roses Exit

  • byMichael Thomas
Guns N' Roses
Steven Adler knows he’s fortunate to be alive after battling addiction for two decades. He understands the toll…
21 October 2024

Why Was the Ramones’ Anthem “Carbona Not Glue” Banned?

  • byMichael Thomas
ramones (2)
It’s hard to overstate the impact the Ramones had on shaping punk rock as a genre. While early…
21 October 2024

“He’d Had a Meltdown”: How Elton John’s Guitarist Took Over for Jimmy Page

  • byMichael Thomas
jimmy page
Caleb Quaye, the acclaimed guitarist renowned for his collaboration with Elton John, recently shared insights into his career…
21 October 2024

The ’60s Bands Robert Plant Thought Lacked True Musical Substance

  • byMichael Thomas
robert plant
Robert Plant believes any band that lasts has something meaningful to say. While superficial acts may churn out…
21 October 2024

“It Wasn’t Fun at All”: Journey Behind Steely Dan’s Painful Masterpiece

  • byMichael Thomas
steely dan
As an English major in an American university, I had the opportunity to explore a variety of courses…
21 October 2024

Fans in Tears as Ozzy Osbourne Receives His Honor at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

  • byMichael Thomas
Ozzy Osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne celebrated a remarkable milestone on October 19, 2024, as he was inducted into the Rock &…
21 October 2024

David Gilmour Reveals the Guitarist He Admits Is Better Than Him

  • byMichael Thomas
David Gilmour
David Gilmour is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential guitar players in the world.…
20 October 2024

“I Don’t Want Him to End Up Poor”: John Lennon’s Worry for Ringo

  • byMichael Thomas
John lennon and ringo starr
When The Beatles disbanded in 1970, they left behind an unparalleled musical legacy. Over the course of eight…
20 October 2024

‘Something in the Way’: Was Cobain’s Darkest Song Based on a Lie?

  • byMichael Thomas
kurt cobain
Kurt Cobain achieved what few artists manage—capturing the attention of the masses with lyrics that were often cryptic…
20 October 2024

Ringo Starr Announces New Country Album ‘Look Up’!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
Ringo Starr
Ringo Starr is gearing up for the release of his upcoming album, Look Up, slated for early next…
20 October 2024

Why Foreigner’s Mick Jones and Elliott Won’t Attend Hall of Fame Induction

  • byMichael Thomas
foreigner
Foreigner’s induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has taken an unexpected turn as founding members…
20 October 2024

The Concert That Changed Everything for Slash and Guns N’ Roses

  • byMichael Thomas
Guns N' Roses
The concert stage should always feel like a safe haven for musicians, but life on the road can…
20 October 2024

Why Alex Van Halen Is Still Upset About Eddie’s Collaboration with Michael Jackson

  • byMichael Thomas
Alex Van Halen
Alex Van Halen has expressed ongoing resentment over his late brother Eddie’s decision to collaborate with Michael Jackson…
20 October 2024

“I’m ashamed of that”: Ozzy’s Regret on a Black Sabbath Album

  • byMichael Thomas
ozzy osbourne
Black Sabbath’s status as rock pioneers is undeniable. If we exclude The Beatles, it’s fair to say that…
20 October 2024

“We Were Forced”: Nikki Sixx’s Hard Choice to Replace Mick Mars

  • byMichael Thomas
Mötley Crüe
Nikki Sixx recently expressed that Mötley Crüe felt “forced” to bring John 5 on board as their new…
20 October 2024

‘We Were Broke!’: Bill Wyman Reveals The Stones Had Nothing Despite Their Fame

  • byMichael Thomas
wayman
Former Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman has opened up about the financial difficulties he faced while with the…
20 October 2024

“If I make it that far”: The Cure’s Robert Smith Plans to Retire In 5 Years

  • byMichael Thomas
the cure
As fans of The Cure eagerly await the band’s first new album in 16 years, frontman Robert Smith…
18 October 2024

“The Solo You’re Missing!”: John 5 Calls Out Bob Seger’s Hidden Gem

  • byMichael Thomas
segger
Mötley Crüe’s John 5 recently shared his thoughts on an underrated guitar solo that deserves more recognition. Known…
18 October 2024

“Why Was Alex Such a Dick?”: When Bonham Met Van Halen’s Drummer

  • byMichael Thomas
John Bonham mad angry
There’s a saying: “Never meet your heroes.” For the Bonham family, that phrase played out in two separate…
18 October 2024

How Ringo’s Absence Almost Changed the Sound of ‘Hey Jude’ Forever

  • byMichael Thomas
ringo starr
For a band with only a decade-long career, The Beatles managed to produce an extraordinary number of timeless…
18 October 2024

Keith Richards on the Guitarist Who Could Have Ruled The Rock

  • byMichael Thomas
Keith Richards
Art isn’t meant for competition; it’s a reflection of what’s in the artist’s heart. Keith Richards shares this…
18 October 2024

“Quite Moving”: The Story Behind One of Sting’s Most Vulnerable Tracks

  • byMichael Thomas
sting
Sting’s career has evolved through different phases, with each chapter reflecting a distinct part of his musical journey.…
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