“The best”: the 1994 album Tom Petty wanted to be remembered for Iconic record. Tom Taylor Jun 11, 2026
The 1950s singer Elton John lost all respect for: “Pathetic” Losing that sense of swagger. Tim Coffman Jun 11, 2026
The 1950s trailblazer Bob Dylan views as “the Shakespeare of rock ‘n’ roll” “A new generation had come along”. Joe Taysom Jun 11, 2026
The greatest female voice Dolly Parton ever heard: “There’s a mutual respect” The finest in the world. Tim Coffman Jun 11, 2026
The 1972 Rolling Stones song that is Keith Richards’ most-listened to: “I love playing it” One of his favourites. Joe Taysom Jun 11, 2026
The 1970 song Paul Simon never wanted to write again: “Too daunting” The albatross around his neck Tim Coffman Jun 11, 2026
The 1990s icon Bob Dylan looked up to: “I’d love to make a record like that” Writing songs and throwing out the rules. Tim Coffman Jun 11, 2026
The 1971 song Graham Nash grew to resent playing: “A pain” The bitter taste of reality. Tim Coffman Jun 11, 2026
The musician Eddie Van Halen was desperate to work with: “The last guitarist that moved me” Bringing him back to reality. Tim Coffman Jun 11, 2026
The most emotional album Jimmy Page released with Led Zeppelin: “Pure anxiety” A tough listen. Reuben Cross Jun 11, 2026
The 1989 song Brian May wished Queen didn’t release: “A bit too obscure” Not their best work. Reuben Cross Jun 11, 2026