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Michael Thomas

2010 posts
Michael Thomas is a music historian obsessed with the '70s and '80s rock scene. He collects vinyl and argues about Led Zeppelin daily.
10 November 2024

‘He Couldn’t Actually Count What He Was Playing’: John Paul Bonham’s drumming Struggles

  • byMichael Thomas
john paul
Led Zeppelin, widely regarded as one of the greatest rock bands of all time, was a powerhouse formed…
10 November 2024

‘An Innovator Like Hendrix’: Angus Young Compares Eddie Van Halen to Hendrix

  • byMichael Thomas
angus young
Technical proficiency may be a key trait for musicians, but it’s not what drives us to listen to…
10 November 2024

The Outrageous Band Zappa Called ‘Better Than The Beatles’

  • byMichael Thomas
The Beatles
The Shaggs, an experimental rock band of the late 1960s, might seem like an unlikely candidate for musical…
09 November 2024

‘Nobody’s Matched His Magic’: The only Guitarist McCartney Looks Up To

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul McCartney
Paul McCartney may be known as one of the most iconic bassists in rock history, but he’s a…
09 November 2024

From Muddy Waters to Brittany Howard: Jagger’s Top favorite Blues Tracks

  • byMichael Thomas
mick jaggers
Mick Jagger, the iconic Rolling Stones frontman, has long been a passionate advocate and connoisseur of the blues.…
09 November 2024

Hendrix’s Surprising Praise for Bonham Despite Criticizing Zeppelin as ‘Excess Baggage’

  • byMichael Thomas
jimi hendrix
Jimi Hendrix’s thoughts on Led Zeppelin are far from secret. While many consider Zeppelin to be one of…
09 November 2024

“I’m Glad I’m Alive to Hear It”: ‘The Shittiest Band of All Time’ according to Noel

  • byMichael Thomas
Noel gallagher
At the peak of Oasis’s fame, Noel Gallagher’s confidence was unshakable. “We’re not arrogant, we just believe we’re…
09 November 2024

“They Don’t Sound Like Nothing”: The reason Hendrix was Disappointed with Pink Floyd

  • byMichael Thomas
jimi hendrix
Jimi Hendrix, one of the most innovative and celebrated musicians of all time, had no time for pretense.…
09 November 2024

‘They Were More To My Taste’: Why Zappa Liked The Stones Over Beatles

  • byMichael Thomas
The Rolling Stones
The debate between The Rolling Stones and The Beatles has fueled countless arguments among music fans. Both are…
09 November 2024

‘Nothing Like That at the Time’: John Paul Jones Reveals ‘The Best Bloody Band in the World

  • byMichael Thomas
john paul
John Paul Jones, known for his quiet demeanor and reserved nature, was often seen as the most mysterious…
09 November 2024

“Absolutely Killer”: Slash on the ‘Greatest’ Riffs ever by The Eagles’

  • byMichael Thomas
slash
Slash’s versatility as a guitarist has been evident throughout his career, from his iconic work with Guns N’…
08 November 2024

The Iconic Oasis Track Noel Gallagher Compared with the Beatles’ ‘Hey Jude’

  • byMichael Thomas
Noel gallagher
Noel Gallagher’s songwriting journey has always been closely intertwined with The Beatles, with their music leaving a deep…
08 November 2024

‘I Was Almost Sick’: The Beatles Songs Keith Richards and Mick Jagger’s are obsessed with

  • byMichael Thomas
The Beatles
When The Beatles burst onto the music scene in the early 1960s, they didn’t just top the charts—they…
08 November 2024

“It’s About the Song, Not the Guitarist”: Why Lindsey Buckingham thought Eddie Didn’t Make Good Records

  • byMichael Thomas
Lindsey Buckingham
Lindsey Buckingham, often seen as an underrated guitar giant, deserves far more recognition than he gets. While it’s…
08 November 2024

“McCartney Just Sings, But Jagger’s the real Performer”: Why Hagar Thinks McCartney Falls Short on Stage

  • byMichael Thomas
hagar
For any rock band, the true measure of greatness is how they connect with an audience onstage. While…
08 November 2024

The Eagles’ Most Underrated Masterpiece, according to Don Henley

  • byMichael Thomas
henley
When a band reaches the legendary status of The Eagles, it’s hard to consider any of their tracks…
08 November 2024

“One thing I don’t like at all”: The reason Hendrix Couldn’t Stand Being Compared to Clapton

  • byMichael Thomas
jimi hendrix
No artist changed the music world as quickly as Jimi Hendrix. The iconic image of him kneeling on…
08 November 2024

“Your Band’s Boring, I’d Walk Out for a Drink”: Angus Young Slams Jagger for Losing their Edge

  • byMichael Thomas
angus young
Angus Young, the electrifying lead guitarist of AC/DC, has long been known for his brash, no-nonsense attitude toward…
08 November 2024

The One Led Zeppelin Album that proved they were “Greater” than ‘The Beatles’

  • byMichael Thomas
led zeppelin
The Beatles are often hailed as the most influential band in the world, known for reshaping music, culture,…
07 November 2024

The Stones’ Epic Anthem Inspired by The Beatles’ Iconic “Hey Jude”

  • byMichael Thomas
The Rolling Stones
The Beatles and The Rolling Stones shared a friendship and rivalry that marked the 1960s. While The Rolling…
07 November 2024

The Deep Purple Riff Ritchie Blackmore Accused Led Zeppelin of ‘Stealing’

  • byMichael Thomas
Ritchie Blackmore
When it comes to heavy rock music, both Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin helped define the genre with…
07 November 2024

“Not anywhere as good as me”: Noel Gallagher Slams Pete Doherty as ‘Overrated’

  • byMichael Thomas
Noel gallagher
Rock and roll was always destined to evolve. Despite nostalgic complaints about “better days,” the genre thrives when…
07 November 2024

“Same Impact”: The Iconic Led Zeppelin Track Henley compared to ‘Hotel California’

  • byMichael Thomas
henley
The 1970s was a defining era for classic rock, a term that embraces a vast range of sounds,…
07 November 2024

“Absolute Rubbish”: Why Mick Jagger Thought Aerosmith were Just a ‘Cheap Imitation of the Stones’

  • byMichael Thomas
mick jaggers
Mick Jagger is a force to be reckoned with. As one of rock’s most iconic frontmen, he’s never…
07 November 2024

Not Jack Bruce, Not Ray Brown—The Only Bassist John Paul Jones Calls “Perfect”

  • byMichael Thomas
john paul
Led Zeppelin’s John Paul Jones, known for his impressive bass work and understated genius, has shared his thoughts…
07 November 2024

‘Just Poor Imitators of The Who!’: Angus Young takes a bold swing at Led Zeppelin

  • byMichael Thomas
angus young
AC/DC’s timeless appeal can be credited to one core principle: “it’s only rock ‘n’ roll, but I like…
07 November 2024

‘The Stones Just Followed The Beatles’: McCartney on Why They Outshine the Stone’s

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul McCartney
Paul McCartney has stepped into one of rock’s longest-running debates: who was better, The Beatles or The Rolling…
06 November 2024

Henley on the Best Possible Replacement for an Eagles Legend: ‘One of the Best I’ve Ever Seen’

  • byMichael Thomas
henley
Every member of the Eagles shaped their signature sound. While many have tried to imagine the band with…
06 November 2024

“Never Saw What Was in him at All”: Blackmore’s Bold Take On Clapton

  • byMichael Thomas
Ritchie Blackmore
Ritchie Blackmore, the legendary guitarist of Deep Purple, is celebrated for his exceptional talent and his role in…
06 November 2024

The only Rolling Stones Album Zappa Considered “Superior to Beatles Sgt. Pepper”

  • byMichael Thomas
The Rolling Stones
Frank Zappa famously stated, “without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible,” a sentiment echoed by The…
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