The ELO song Jeff Lynne wrote in response to an argument with his father
The iconic frontman recalls the conception of a fan favourite.
From The Vault Archives: 10/2023
The classic Rolling Stones song Keith Richards gave away
A masterful song that took time to be fully-realised.
Arnold Layne: The mysterious criminal behind a Pink Floyd classic
We explore the mysterious criminal at the heart of Pink Floyd’s debut single.
The David Bowie song that inspired a classic Paul McCartney album
A monumental album for many reasons.
The surprising guitarist George Harrison called “pretty hot”
A shock choice for the traditionally calm musician.
The Hole song about Kurt Cobain that Courtney Love wrote in 20 minutes
“Good songs don’t always come in 20 minutes but the force was strong…”
Every artist that broke the cultural boycott of apartheid in South Africa
Many artists didn’t realise the impact of breaking the boycott.