Five classic songs that feature John Paul Jones’ string arrangements
Before joining Led Zeppelin, John Paul Jones was a session musician.
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The worst R.E.M album, according to Mike Mills
The multi-instrumentalist discusses R.E.M.’s discography.
The 10 best songs about the end of the world
Among the general chitter chatter of the high street is the sound of a ringing bell. The source? A man with a sign around his…
R.E.M. vs Billy Joel: Comparing upbeat dreams of the apocalypse
Same destination, different journeys.
Breaking the silence: 10 revolutionary songs that directly address mental health
All very moving songs.
Snubbed and serenaded: The bizarre experience Roger Waters had at an R.E.M. show
A strange, but moving experience.
The song Michael Stipe admitted to stealing from Radiohead: “Holy fuck! I stole this”
Getting a little too close for comfort.
The best indie albums, according to Kurt Cobain
In the 1980s, the term “indie” emerged as a loose descriptor of guitar-driven alternative music.
