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Why John Lennon’s overly critical nature made him a better songwriter It helped with memory. Dale Maplethorpe Sep 23, 2024
Florence Welch and the transition from oceanic grandiose to broader experimentation Bold, evocative, powerful. Kelly Murphy Sep 23, 2024
“He was fabulous”: How Paul McCartney’s meeting with Bertrand Russell inspired The Beatles’ anti-war stance A consequential moment. Arun Starkey Sep 22, 2024
The song James Hetfield called a “big step” for Metallica A significant moment. Arun Starkey Sep 22, 2024
“Extraordinary”: Kate Bush on the most emotionally demanding song she ever made A love story that defies death. Lucy Harbron Sep 22, 2024
David Lee Roth’s road rules that Eddie Van Halen hated An authoritarian stance. Ben Forrest Sep 22, 2024
Magma: The band who invented their own language An interesting approach. Dale Maplethorpe Sep 22, 2024
The Dylan cover Bob Dylan calls his all-time favourite: “We were from the same side of town” The master’s approval. Tom Taylor Sep 22, 2024
Kurt Cobain’s first introduction to punk: “I was instantly converted” A longtime love affair. Arun Starkey Sep 22, 2024