The brilliant music and lyrics that John received in his somnambulant state – between waking and dreaming – continue to inspire generations of Beatles fans.
Remembering Jerry Lee Lewis: ‘Nobody Follows the Killer’
Lewis was one of several musical giants, along with names such as Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley, to cut their first records for Sun Records in Memphis, Tennessee.
Lewis was one of several musical giants, along with names such as Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley, to cut their first records for Sun Records in Memphis, Tennessee.
‘In Your Mind’: A Deeper Look at Yoko Ono
"Both John and I were always trying to make a peaceful world. And it’s very ironic that John who loved peace so much died in a violent way.”
“Both John and I were always trying to make a peaceful world. And it’s very ironic that John who loved peace so much died in a violent way.”
George Harrison: The Not-So-Quiet Beatle
When the Hollies covered “If I Needed Someone” in 1965, George dissed: “They’ve spoilt it.
When the Hollies covered “If I Needed Someone” in 1965, George dissed: “They’ve spoilt it.
Aunt Ange: Lush Tunes for All Hallows Eve
It’s no surprise then that their 2013 opus Olga Walks Away was recorded in a haunted house.
It’s no surprise then that their 2013 opus Olga Walks Away was recorded in a haunted house.
The One-Hit-Wonder File: ‘The Monster Mash’
Today’s trick-or-treaters likely know how to “do the mash,” too – but how exactly did the song come about, and what’s the secret to its incredible longevity?
Today’s trick-or-treaters likely know how to “do the mash,” too – but how exactly did the song come about, and what’s the secret to its incredible longevity?
Artists Who Made the FBI’s List
Hendrix’s file includes reports of a 1969 pot bust in Toronto and even his 1961 arrest for “taking a motor vehicle without permission.”
Hendrix’s file includes reports of a 1969 pot bust in Toronto and even his 1961 arrest for “taking a motor vehicle without permission.”
The Grave Truth About Music Icons
These two music-loving siblings visit the graves of famous musicians and other celebrities at cemeteries all over the world.
These two music-loving siblings visit the graves of famous musicians and other celebrities at cemeteries all over the world.
Rockeology: Old Yellow
Old Yellow was the unofficial “tryout” guitar at Manny’s: all customers, from average Joes to ex-Beatles, were required to play it when testing out amps or effects.
Old Yellow was the unofficial “tryout” guitar at Manny’s: all customers, from average Joes to ex-Beatles, were required to play it when testing out amps or effects.
Michael Franks: The Professor of the Cool School
Franks may not have had any formal musical training but on his major label debut, he was smart enough to surround himself with great jazz musicians, such as Larry Carlton, Joe Sample, and David Sanborn.
Franks may not have had any formal musical training but on his major label debut, he was smart enough to surround himself with great jazz musicians, such as Larry Carlton, Joe Sample, and David Sanborn.
Calling ‘Schoolhouse Rock.’ We Need You!
The rise of collective ignorance about the fundamentals of American history and government can be traced to a generation of kids who didn’t have Schoolhouse Rock as a part of their Saturday morning routine.
The rise of collective ignorance about the fundamentals of American history and government can be traced to a generation of kids who didn’t have Schoolhouse Rock as a part of their Saturday morning routine.
Roxy Music: Britain’s Ultimate Art School Band
Bryan Ferry and company helped bridge the gap of the British invasion of the 1960s to the second tide that featured new wave and punk in the late ‘70s and ‘80s.
Bryan Ferry and company helped bridge the gap of the British invasion of the 1960s to the second tide that featured new wave and punk in the late ‘70s and ‘80s.
Back to School With the Movies
Whether you’re actually heading back to class or just feeling kinda nostalgic, turn on the DVD player, log on to Netflix and enjoy a few.
Whether you’re actually heading back to class or just feeling kinda nostalgic, turn on the DVD player, log on to Netflix and enjoy a few.
Aug. ’62: A Big Month in Beatle History
Ringo would play his first official gig as a member of the Beatles on August 16, in Port Sunlight in Wirral.
Ringo would play his first official gig as a member of the Beatles on August 16, in Port Sunlight in Wirral.
The Ballad of John and Natalie
Then there are Libras like John Lennon and the Dixie Chicks’ Natalie Maines who required extra security because of comments they made that struck their fans as inharmonious—and insulting.
Then there are Libras like John Lennon and the Dixie Chicks’ Natalie Maines who required extra security because of comments they made that struck their fans as inharmonious—and insulting.
Rock in Rio: Tales From Backstage
What happened on stage was obviously memorable, but backstage had its moments, as well — especially with the huge talents (and egos) who were performing.
What happened on stage was obviously memorable, but backstage had its moments, as well — especially with the huge talents (and egos) who were performing.