Where love stories start: The locations where music’s most iconic couples met Love’s a funny ol’ thing. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 14, 2026
Five songs for the broken-hearted on Valentine’s Day Don’t cry. Just put these on. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 14, 2026
Five concept albums that are better than actual reality Is this the real life? Dale Maplethorpe Feb 13, 2026
Cardinals – ‘Masquerade’ album review: Songs caught in revolving doors Definitely worth your time. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 13, 2026
The moment the sitar took over George Harrison’s life: “More to get immersed in” A turning point for Harrison. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 13, 2026
The Steely Dan solo Jeff ‘Skunk’ Baxter nailed in just one take Pretty impressive. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 12, 2026
Frank Zappa found it impossible to understand Alice Coope: “I don’t get it” Very strange indeed. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 11, 2026
The one guitarist Paul Rodgers put in a league of his own: “Out in the stratosphere” A musical mastermind. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 11, 2026
Five songs that are instantly recognisable after three notes Three is all it takes. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 11, 2026
Lunch with Gorbachev and other stories: Trying to unpack the mystery of Ian Anderson in 30 minutes A stream of consciousness. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 11, 2026
The artist Bono called a musical prophet: “My favourite songs” He listens religiously. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 11, 2026
The five greatest opening lines in indie rock Getting listeners hooked. Dale Maplethorpe Feb 11, 2026