The Story Behind The Song: XTC’s ‘Making Plans for Nigel’
A seminal track.
From The Vault Archives: 01/2024
Ellie Rowsell on the songwriter “who can’t seem to do anything wrong”
“Every album he’s put out has been so good.”
The arrest of Chuck Berry: The dark side of a rock and roll pioneer
“Immoral purposes” doesn’t entirely cover it.
The power of femininity: The origin of Stevie Nicks’ ‘Rhiannon’ character
A staple of Stevie Nicks’ artistry.
The Beatles song that Paul McCartney was mocked for: “We were a little embarrassed about it”
“I get made fun of because of it a bit.”
