The Surprising Vocalist Donald Fagen Wanted to Lead Steely Dan
Many bands face the challenge of lineup changes, whether from member conflicts, personal priorities, or artistic differences. Replacing…
The 80s Guitarist Ritchie Blackmore Thought was ‘Really Shit-Hot’
Ritchie Blackmore, the hard-edged guitarist behind Deep Purple’s sound, is not one to give out compliments lightly. Known…
The Led Zeppelin Legend Who Nearly Joined Red Hot Chili Peppers
Red Hot Chili Peppers are a rare breed in the music world. Known for their California-centric lyrics and…
How a Small-Town Gig Sparked Robert Plant’s Big Rock Ambitions
Growing up in the rural Midlands, Robert Plant, future Led Zeppelin frontman, didn’t have the luxury of major…
“A Poorly Aimed Joke”: Townshend’s Brutal Take on The Whos’ Iconic Song
Pete Townshend, known for his intense performances with The Who, is as famous for his no-holds-barred approach as…
The Legendary Frontman Thom Yorke Called a ‘Fat, Talentless Bastard’
In the early stages of an artist’s career, there’s a unique glimpse of discovery and discomfort as they…
“He Waits Till I’m Old”: Les Paul vs Tommy Emmanuel, A Legendary Duel Turned Intense!
Tommy Emmanuel recounted a memorable experience with the legendary Les Paul, who playfully called him out for not…
“Flick of the Switch”: Masterpiece or Misstep? AC/DC’s Most Controversial Album
Between 1975 and 1981, AC/DC rose as an unstoppable rock force, releasing an album every year and securing…
“He Kicked Our Asses”: The Night Tom Petty Was Humbled by A Blues legend
Tom Petty knew a cardinal rule of being in a band: never back down from a challenge. Competing…
“All You Can Do Is Cry”: Sting on The Police’s Most Powerful Anthem
Sting, the influential British musician and activist, was born on October 2, 1951, in Wallsend, Northumberland, England. Known…
‘Too Good’: David Crosby Reveals His Favorite Steely Dan Record
David Crosby has never held back in expressing his admiration for Steely Dan. In fact, he declared them…
Why Aerosmith’s ‘Draw the Line’ Fell Short of Their Earlier Success
In the 1970s, rock excess had few rivals like Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, known as the…
‘It Knocked My Socks Off’: The Lennon Albums Waters Calls ‘Timeless’
John Lennon and Roger Waters are known for never shying away from a strong opinion. Following in Lennon’s…
Armstrong Calls This Green Day Track ‘A Harder Beatles Song’
The debate over whether The Beatles are the greatest band ever has lasted over sixty years, a testament…
‘Those Guys Were a Mess’: Henley on His Most Chaotic band Collaboration
Rock bands rarely have smooth sailing, and creative tensions are often inevitable. Rock and roll is known for…
“Quite Something”: The Guitar Solos Gilmour Holds Closest to His Heart
David Gilmour is rightly regarded as one of Britain’s finest guitarists, a title he earned by adding unparalleled…
May and Taylor Break Silence on bands’ Reunion: Continue Without Deacon?
Brian May and Roger Taylor have kept Queen alive following the tragic death of frontman Freddie Mercury due…
Joe Walsh on the Eagles’ Vegas residency: “Almost a Deal-Breaker”
The Eagles have announced an extension of their Las Vegas residency at Sphere into 2025, following a successful…
Lennon on the Rock Pioneer Who Inspired Him: “He’s One of the Greatest!”
Every major rock star begins their journey as a student of the genre. Before creating great albums, they…
Sting’s Aha Moment: The Artists That Inspired Him to Form a Band
Most artists don’t wake up aspiring to be the next Beatles. Achieving that level of stardom requires time,…
Noel Gallagher Bold Take At McCartney’s Song: Calls it “Atrocious”
Noel Gallagher’s music often carries a Beatlesque charm, a nod to his admiration for the Fab Four. Throughout…
“The Guitar Tour de Force”: Page on Led Zeppelin’s Iconic Album
Over the decades, Led Zeppelin has become the stuff of legends, with countless tales about the band’s origins.…
Geddy Lee: “This Song Never Gets Old; I Could Listen to It All Day Long”
Any singer venturing into progressive rock is bound to face vocal challenges. With the genre’s complex instrumentals, vocalists…
Joe Walsh Praises this One Underrated Guitar Genius Behind Countless Hits
Not every veteran guitarist gets the recognition they deserve. The music industry doesn’t always reward technical mastery; sometimes,…
Bruce Kulick Defends KISS Album: ‘Not Stanley’s Favorite, But Fans Love It’
Former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick recently opened up about the 1997 album Carnival of Souls, describing it as…
Nikki Sixx Praises John 5’s Energy: ‘I Love Being in a Band with Him’
Nikki Sixx of Mötley Crüe recently opened up about how the addition of John 5 as the band’s…
Alex Van Halen Honors Eddie with Their Last Song: ‘Unfinished’
Alex Van Halen has shared an emotional piece of music, marking the last song he and his late…
Why Brad Delson Was ‘Hesitant’ to Rejoin Linkin Park, Shinoda Reveals
Rejoining a band is never easy, and for Brad Delson of Linkin Park, it wasn’t a decision he…
“Nobody Was Getting It”: The Project That Left Pete Townshend ‘Damaged’
Creating an album is never a simple task for any artist. It’s more than just arranging songs in…
Why Zeppelin’s John Paul Jones Believes This Bassist Is ‘Perfect’
Led Zeppelin’s John Paul Jones has a unique perspective when it comes to recognizing great bass players. While…