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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.
07 October 2024

Iggy Pop on “African Man”: “I’d Gladly Cut It From the Album”

  • byMichael Thomas
iggy
When Iggy Pop first began crafting music with The Stooges, there were no boundaries. The whole purpose of…
07 October 2024

Cobain’s Plan to Fire Dave Grohl: Untold Story of Nirvana’s End

  • byMichael Thomas
kurt cobain
he tragic death of Kurt Cobain remains one of music’s most heart-wrenching losses, marking the end of an…
07 October 2024

The Grateful Dead’s Biggest Hit: It’s Not What You Think

  • byMichael Thomas
greatful dead
The popularity of the Grateful Dead is hard to measure. While they’ve produced timeless songs, their success runs…
06 October 2024

‘He Was Like This Mad Scientist’: Joe Walsh Remembers Les Paul’s Resilience

  • byMichael Thomas
walsh
Joe Walsh has always been a musician focused on the joy of making music with friends rather than…
06 October 2024

From Oasis to Knebworth: Liam Gallagher’s Musical Journey

  • byMichael Thomas
liam (2)
Being in a band is far from easy. The road to success is filled with challenges, and even…
06 October 2024

‘Did I Invent the Fretless Bass?’: Wyman’s Surprising Bass Legacy

  • byMichael Thomas
wayman
Bill Wyman, the former bassist for The Rolling Stones, has long been a controversial figure in rock history.…
06 October 2024

The Beatles’ Hits That Lennon Wished He Could Re-record

  • byMichael Thomas
john lennon
Any artist, no matter how successful, can suffer from imposter syndrome. Even when the world praises them as…
06 October 2024

Ozzy Osbourne: ‘It’s Unfinished’ Without Bill Ward in Black Sabbath

  • byMichael Thomas
ozzy osbourne
While many bands thrive after lineup changes, Black Sabbath has always been defined by the original chemistry between…
06 October 2024

‘They Blew Us Off the Stage’: Ozzy’s Take on VAN HALEN ‘1978’

  • byMichael Thomas
ozzy osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne and Billy Morrison recently featured in a new episode of “Ozzy Speaks” on SiriusXM’s Ozzy’s Boneyard.…
06 October 2024

Clapton on ‘Layla’: ‘It’s a Difficult Song, But It Still Knocks Me Out’

  • byMichael Thomas
Eric Clapton
Many artists develop a dislike for their biggest hits, often feeling trapped by them. It’s understandable; after years…
06 October 2024

Anthony Kiedis Calls Bob Dylan a Top 10 Musician of All Time

  • byMichael Thomas
a keidies
Anthony Kiedis may not be the first name that comes to mind when we think of lyricists following…
06 October 2024

David Crosby: “Everly Brothers Were Too Goddamn Good”

  • byMichael Thomas
crosby
For any great rock ensemble, harmony singing is a sacred art. While some musicians spend years perfecting their…
06 October 2024

How ‘Gimme Shelter’ Became Scorsese’s Cinematic Anthem!!!

  • byMichael Thomas
The Rolling Stones
Martin Scorsese shares a deep and enduring connection with The Rolling Stones that transcends mere fandom. The esteemed…
06 October 2024

“Back Off Boogaloo” Reveals Ringo’s Frustration with McCartney

  • byMichael Thomas
Ringo Starr
If there’s one enduring image of The Beatles that warms the heart, it’s Ringo Starr’s infectious smile, bright…
06 October 2024

Stanley Praises Van Halen: ‘It Was a Gamechanger for Rock Music’

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul Stanley
Rock music in the 1960s, ’70s, and ’80s was a vibrant and ever-evolving genre. It couldn’t remain static,…
06 October 2024

Is ‘Belsen Was a Gas’ the Darkest Chapter in Punk History?

  • byMichael Thomas
pistols
Controversy has long been a powerful marketing tool, especially in pop music. Songs deemed too dangerous or offensive…
06 October 2024

“I Didn’t Feel Happy at All”: Jimmy Page on the Weight of Stardom

  • byMichael Thomas
jimmy page
For many rock stars, performing in stadiums around the world is the pinnacle of success. While the genre’s…
06 October 2024

What Led Mickey Hart to Leave ‘The Grateful Dead’?

  • byMichael Thomas
hart
For most bands, losing a drummer mid-tour would be a crisis. However, for the Grateful Dead, who often…
05 October 2024

Chris Slade Calls Malcolm Young ‘The Best Rhythm Guitarist Ever’

  • byMichael Thomas
slade
Drum legend Chris Slade has revealed a lesser-known truth about AC/DC: the band was truly Malcolm Young’s. Though…
05 October 2024

Neil Young: ‘I’ll Never Be Bob Dylan – He’s the One I Look To’

  • byMichael Thomas
Neil Young
Rock and roll has never been the most literary genre. Many of its early hits revolved around simple…
05 October 2024

‘The Little Texas Band That Could’: How ZZ Top Shook Up Rock

  • byMichael Thomas
zz top
In 1969, ZZ Top emerged from Texas’s blues scene with a mission: to harden its edge with rock…
05 October 2024

Elton John on Addiction: “Cocaine Made Me Lose My True Self”

  • byMichael Thomas
elton john
‘I Thought Cocaine Was My Escape’ – Elton Opens Up About His Addiction Elton John’s life has significantly…
05 October 2024

Tracii Guns Calls Eric Clapton “Overrated”: “Beck’s the Guy!”

  • byMichael Thomas
tracii
During a recent interview on Dee Snider’s “Shout It Out Loudcast,” guitarist Tracii Guns made waves by sharing…
05 October 2024

Is ‘Physical Graffiti’ Zeppelin’s Finest? John Paul on His Top Picks

  • byMichael Thomas
john paul
The debate over Led Zeppelin’s best album is one that sparks endless discussion among fans and casual listeners…
05 October 2024

Why Dave Grohl Says ‘No’ to Joining Rush: Peart’s Legacy

  • byMichael Thomas
Dave Grohl
For any musician, sharing the stage with their favorite band is a dream come true. While many claim…
05 October 2024

‘Who Wants to Give Their Best Away?’: Tom Petty on She’s the One

  • byMichael Thomas
petty
Not being inspired can be a death knell for any artist trying to create magic in the studio.…
05 October 2024

Joe Perry Admits: Aerosmith’s ‘Milk Cow Blues’ Rips Off The Kinks’

  • byMichael Thomas
perry
The music of nearly every successful rock band from the past five decades can often be traced back…
05 October 2024

‘We Were Genuinely a Happy Group’: White Talks on Dire Straits’ Split

  • byMichael Thomas
chris white
In the mid-1980s, Chris White was a key member of Dire Straits, one of the biggest bands in…
04 October 2024

Jack Black to Honor Ozzy Osbourne at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

  • byMichael Thomas
Ozzy Osbourne
The renowned “Prince of Darkness” was set to get recognition from this prestigious organization for a second time…
04 October 2024

“No Rules, Just Magic: Inside Steely Dan’s Legendary Guitar Solos

  • byMichael Thomas
steely dan
The guitar solo is an iconic part of rock music. No matter what kind of rock a band…
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