The Beatles member Ringo Starr said had no rhythm: “No real sense of timing” The wild side of rock rhythm. Tim Coffman May 16, 2026
The 1973 gig Eric Clapton was forced to play against his will: “I wasn’t even really there” ‘Slowhand’ going through the motions. Tim Coffman May 16, 2026
The solo that changed guitar playing, according to George Harrison: “Opening up new worlds” One step above. Lauren Hunter May 16, 2026
The 1977 song that reminds Lindsay Buckingham of Stevie Nicks: “The essence of what we could be” A special track. Joe Taysom May 16, 2026
The singer who hated playing with The Rolling Stones: “A bit annoyed” A little bit slighted. Tim Coffman May 16, 2026
The 1969 song Led Zeppelin used to trick radio stations Sliding past the DJs. Tim Coffman May 16, 2026
The forgotten guitarist John Lennon worshipped: “I always liked simple rock” Back to basics. Lauren Hunter May 16, 2026
Why Brian May still regrets the B-side to ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’: “It was a real sticking point” Earned more than it was worth. Lucy Harbron May 16, 2026
Which song dominated the charts for seven weeks in 1966? New kid on the block. Callum MacHattie May 16, 2026
The 1980s band Ozzy Osbourne grew to resent: “Enough is enough” A bit too catchy for his taste. Tim Coffman May 16, 2026
The star David Bowie brought out for Ziggy Stardust’s final encore in July, 1973 One final song. Lauren Hunter May 16, 2026
The 1970 song Thom Yorke couldn’t live without: “I immediately fell in love” A classic ballad. Jordan Potter May 16, 2026