“My biggest inspiration”: the hero who made Elton John become a musician “Goosebumps.” Dale Maplethorpe Jul 31, 2024
The two rock ‘n’ roll singers Robert Plant wanted to be like: “They were setting the world on fire” Pioneers. Arun Starkey Jul 28, 2024
“You sure like to ball!”: Little Richard, Elvis Presley, and the 1950s threats that sparked satanic panic Scapegoating music for society’s issues. Kelly Murphy Jul 27, 2024
The surprising band Little Richard compared The Beatles to: “I discovered them” A backhanded comment… Arun Starkey Jul 25, 2024
The three artists Lemmy claimed started rock and roll: “You can’t really tell who did the first one” Starting the revolution. Tim Coffman May 27, 2024
The lesser-known masterpieces Tom Waits thinks everyone should hear The rougher sides of the vinyl. Tim Coffman May 16, 2024
The Beach Boys’ inspiration: The showman Mike Love called “my favourite” “I love him.” Kelly Murphy May 12, 2024
‘Slow Down’: Lemmy’s favourite song by The Beatles “They was wearing suits, they weren’t safe.” Dale Maplethorpe Apr 20, 2024
Appropriation or Alchemy: Was Led Zeppelin the most heavily plagiarising classic rock band? The theft behind the classic hits. Tim Coffman Apr 9, 2024
Who was the first musician to sue their own record label? The harmful side of musical legality. Tim Coffman Apr 7, 2024
How Little Richard lit a flame inside Ringo Starr: “It was one of those moments” A life-affirming memory. Joe Taysom Feb 17, 2024