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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.
06 November 2024

Why Eric Calls This Iconic Guitar Solo “The Greatest of All Time”

  • byMichael Thomas
Eric Clapton
Eric Clapton’s name resonates through rock history, spanning nearly six decades and highlighted by his time with The…
06 November 2024

“Zeppelin’s About Music, Not Just Pretty Face!”: Bonham Reveals What Separates Zeppelin from The Beatles!

  • byMichael Thomas
John Bonham mad angry
The Beatles and Led Zeppelin often find themselves mentioned together, especially since Led Zeppelin dethroned the Fab Four…
06 November 2024

‘They Stole from Everybody’: One Iconic Rock Band Jimi Hendrix Couldn’t Stand

  • byMichael Thomas
jimi hendrix
Rock music has always ignited debates, but one figure who seemed universally admired was Jimi Hendrix. Just months…
06 November 2024

‘Who Wants to Be Jimmy Page Anyway?’: Noel Slams Page’s Guitar Style as Overrated

  • byMichael Thomas
Noel gallagher
With Definitely Maybe in 1994, Noel Gallagher cemented his status as one of the defining musicians of the…
06 November 2024

‘Terrible Drummer’: Richards on Why Mick Avory Couldn’t Cut It out for The Stones

  • byMichael Thomas
keith richards
Forming a great band is about more than just musical skill—it’s about chemistry. No matter how technically proficient…
06 November 2024

The Beatles Hit Ringo Starr Says Shamelessly ‘Ripped Off Elvis’

  • byMichael Thomas
The Beatles
The Beatles wore their influences openly, whether through covers or original compositions, making their inspirations clear. Chuck Berry’s…
05 November 2024

The Legendary Guitarist Eric Clapton Thought was “Unmatched”!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
Eric Clapton
In rock and roll, few hurdles challenge guitarists more than striving to be original. With generations of players…
05 November 2024

Why Nirvana and Guns N’ Roses Could Never See Eye to Eye

  • byMichael Thomas
nirvana and gun
Nirvana and Guns ‘N’ Roses were two of the most iconic bands of the early ‘90s, shaping rock…
05 November 2024

“Modern-Day Beatles”: The one Oasis Song Noel Compares with with Lennon and McCartney’s Best

  • byMichael Thomas
Noel gallagher
It’s no secret that Oasis drew heavily from The Beatles. Despite the Gallagher brothers’ bold claims about being…
05 November 2024

“Just Doing Finger Exercises”: Angus Young on Why Malcolm Is a Better Guitarist Than Eddie Van Halen

  • byMichael Thomas
angus young
Angus Young has always done things his way in AC/DC. With one of the best-selling records of all…
05 November 2024

The Legendary Guitarist Ritchie Blackmore called ‘Most Overrated’

  • byMichael Thomas
Ritchie Blackmore
If there’s one thing Ritchie Blackmore excels at, it’s guitar playing. This widely influential fretboard master, who made…
05 November 2024

Mick Mars Breaks Silence on his Replacement by John 5

  • byMichael Thomas
Mötley Crüe
Mick Mars hasn’t held back regarding his departure from Mötley Crüe, whether it’s through his ongoing legal battle…
05 November 2024

Simmons Bold take: “It’s Easier to Be in The Stones Than to Be in Kiss!”

  • byMichael Thomas
simmons
Gene Simmons has stirred the pot by claiming that being in bands like the Ramones or The Rolling…
05 November 2024

When Noel Slammed the Beatles: “We’re Not Their Shadows—They’re Just Jealous Old Farts!”

  • byMichael Thomas
Noel gallagher
In the mid-90s, Oasis emerged, positioning themselves as the heirs to The Beatles’ throne, ready to transform the…
05 November 2024

‘A Melodic Triumph!’: Johnny Marr on His All-Time Favorite Smiths Track

  • byMichael Thomas
The smiths
The Smiths remain a remarkable band, despite Morrissey’s attempts to tarnish their legacy. Their artistry stands as a…
05 November 2024

‘A Load of Crap’: When The Stones Tried to Outdo The Beatles—but It Backfired

  • byMichael Thomas
The Rolling Stones
In 1967, The Rolling Stones ventured into uncharted territory with Their Satanic Majesties Request, a psychedelic album released…
04 November 2024

An Iconic Band That Would Have Claimed The Beatles’ Crown if they Never Existed

  • byMichael Thomas
The Beatles
On February 7, 1964, The Beatles arrived in the United States, embarking on a journey that would establish…
04 November 2024

AC/DC with Brian Johnson vs. Axl Rose: Which Era Rocks Harder?

  • byMichael Thomas
ac dc
AC/DC has undergone significant changes since the recording of “Rock or Bust” in 2014, particularly regarding its lead…
04 November 2024

“I can’t do that”: The only guitarist Gilmour thought is better than him

  • byMichael Thomas
David Gilmour
Performing in front of one’s idols can be a daunting experience for any artist. Even the most revered…
04 November 2024

‘Mock Mainstream Rock’: One Iconic Track Cobain Wrote to Take Down Guns N’ Roses

  • byMichael Thomas
kurt cobain
In the early 1990s, grunge emerged as a powerful force in American rock, breaking away from the overblown,…
04 November 2024

“Plays with Great Taste”: The Guitarist Who “Outshines All,” According to Ritchie Blackmore

  • byMichael Thomas
Ritchie Blackmore
Few guitarists can claim as much influence on the instrument’s evolution as Ritchie Blackmore. Like many of his…
04 November 2024

“Hendrix ‘Too Sloppy’; Clapton’s the Real Deal”: Eddie On Greatest Guitarist of all Time

  • byMichael Thomas
eddie van halen
Throughout music history, rivalries have flared up between artists, sometimes playful, sometimes tense. When it comes to guitar…
02 November 2024

“They were Just a Vocal Band”: Richards on Why The Beatles Couldn’t Match The Stones

  • byMichael Thomas
keith richards
Throughout the 1960s, The Rolling Stones’ Keith Richards could never escape the impact of The Beatles. As one…
02 November 2024

“It hurt me”: The Shocking Artist Lennon Compared McCartney to

  • byMichael Thomas
John Lennon
Paul McCartney stands as an unparalleled songwriter, renowned for his role as a key creative force behind The…
02 November 2024

‘The Most Overrated Bands in Rock History’: Angus Young Slams Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones

  • byMichael Thomas
angus young
There’s truly no one like AC/DC. This iconic band reignited the fun and swagger of rock ‘n’ roll…
02 November 2024

The Band Eric Burdon Claimed Outshines The Beatles and The Rolling Stones

  • byMichael Thomas
the beatles
As the lead singer of The Animals, Eric Burdon witnessed the vibrant British music scene of the 1960s…
02 November 2024

“The Rest? Not So Much”: The only Beatles song Zappa liked

  • byMichael Thomas
The Beatles
Frank Zappa once boldly proclaimed, “Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible,” a mantra that underscores…
02 November 2024

“Lack of Originality”: Ritchie Blackmore’s Bold Take on A legendary Band

  • byMichael Thomas
Ritchie Blackmore
Standing out in the music industry requires a unique blend of talent, self-belief, and a hint of bravado.…
02 November 2024

How Jeff Beck Almost Joined Pink Floyd and The Rolling Stones

  • byMichael Thomas
jeff beck guitar
It’s no surprise that Jeff Beck, the legendary guitar virtuoso, received numerous offers to join various bands throughout…
02 November 2024

Not Les Paul, Not Fender: The Only Guitarist Eddie Van Halen Eddie Van Halen said was “at the top of my list”

  • byMichael Thomas
eddie van halen
The debate over rock’s greatest guitarists is a lively one, with legends like Les Paul, Jimmy Page, and…
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