He recorded with Stevie Nicks, Elton John, Mark Knopfler and many more. Continue reading…
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How Deep Purple Took on Hard Times With ‘Woman From Tokyo’
“We had burned out,” keyboardist Jon Lord admitted, but the band pressed on. Continue reading…
When the FCC Tried to Crack Down on Drug-Related Lyrics
They were convinced that a growing number of popular songs contained coded drug-related messages to kids. Continue reading…
The Night Cliff Burton Played His First Show With Metallica
A scruffy crew of acne-afflicted youths took a major step toward becoming the kings of thrash metal. Continue reading…
The Live Album Becomes an Art Form: 20 Classics From 1972
With classic concert recordings by the Band, Aretha Franklin, Neil Diamond and Deep Purple, the format came into its own. Continue reading…
How to Hear Pink Floyd’s Long-Lost ‘Animals’ Guitar Solo
Snowy White’s contribution bridged a gap on the 8-track version of “Pigs on the Wing.” Continue reading…
How Journey Took Flight With ‘Wheel in the Sky’
Band’s first charting single was inspired by a poem by bassist Ross Valory’s wife. Continue reading…
Rock’s Longest-Lasting Marriages
A look at rock stars who have been married for over 25 years. Continue reading…
Former Jackson Browne Guitarist David Lindley Dead at 78
Stringed instrument virtuoso also played with Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor, Crosby & Nash and many more. Continue reading…
Why Patti Smith Pictured Jim Morrison Singing ‘Dancing Barefoot’
One of the last singles to be released by the Patti Smith Group was written with the Doors singer in mind. Continue reading…
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