Hopefully, the album will help people discover or re-discover the music. -Mason
In Defense of Van Halen’s ‘Van Hagar’ Era
Roth was an enigmatic frontman fueled by ego, while guitarist Eddie Van Halen was a reserved virtuoso who let his music do the talking.
Roth was an enigmatic frontman fueled by ego, while guitarist Eddie Van Halen was a reserved virtuoso who let his music do the talking.
The Stranglers: 10 Essential Tracks
Dave Greenfield’s finger-work reassured listeners they were listening to the London punk band.
Dave Greenfield’s finger-work reassured listeners they were listening to the London punk band.
Singers Dissing Other Singers: Ouch!
'Too many people preaching practices.' -Paul McCartney
‘Too many people preaching practices.’ -Paul McCartney
The One-Hit Wonder File: ‘Rock On’
1973’s “Rock On” remains his most distinctive stroll into pop infamy.
1973’s “Rock On” remains his most distinctive stroll into pop infamy.
70s Conspiracy Movies We Need Now (or Not…)
If you’re seeking a conspiracy film to watch on movie night, it shouldn’t be hard to find one.
If you’re seeking a conspiracy film to watch on movie night, it shouldn’t be hard to find one.
Two-Man Bands, One-Hit Wonders
In the year 2525, if men are still alive, Zager and Evans will still be eligible for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame.
In the year 2525, if men are still alive, Zager and Evans will still be eligible for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame.
The Best (and Worst) of Supergroups
It’s rare that a supergroup can stay intact and on the charts for years.
It’s rare that a supergroup can stay intact and on the charts for years.
The One-Hit Wonder File: ‘Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye’
A 1969 hit that, during its original release, actually toppled “Come Together” by The Beatles out of the number one spot on the charts.
A 1969 hit that, during its original release, actually toppled “Come Together” by The Beatles out of the number one spot on the charts.
‘Layla’ at 50
Allman’s and Clapton’s interplaying made the song “Layla” a timeless classic.
Allman’s and Clapton’s interplaying made the song “Layla” a timeless classic.
The Influence of British Art Schools on Rock
British art colleges were a breeding ground for those who would soon make their impact on the music scene.
British art colleges were a breeding ground for those who would soon make their impact on the music scene.
Rock’s Urban Legends: Fact and Fiction
What did John Lennon mean by reportedly saying, “I buried Paul” at the end of “Strawberry Fields Forever”?
What did John Lennon mean by reportedly saying, “I buried Paul” at the end of “Strawberry Fields Forever”?
Difford & Tilbrook… and That Unfortunate Comparison
“Hmmm, someone’s trying to be Lennon & McCartney!”
“Hmmm, someone’s trying to be Lennon & McCartney!”
‘Hey Clockface’: Elvis Costello Surprises Again
Growing up as an Elvis Costello fan, I could always count on something surprising.
Growing up as an Elvis Costello fan, I could always count on something surprising.
Video Comfort Food: Classic Sitcoms To Binge Now
Here’s a worthy sample of classic sitcoms from a 20-year period that will appeal to those in need of some escapist, hilarious TV.
Here’s a worthy sample of classic sitcoms from a 20-year period that will appeal to those in need of some escapist, hilarious TV.
Are Bubble the Beatles of 2020?
“What if The Beatles were a 2020 indie band from NYC?”
“What if The Beatles were a 2020 indie band from NYC?”