Rock Archives: 05/2026

Who was the first rock star to wear leather? -

Who was the first rock star to wear leather?

With thanks to the “Rockers”.

May 30, 2026

'Ringo'- The strangest chart-topper of the 1960s

‘Ringo’: The strangest chart-topper of the 1960s

A bizarre western tale…

May 29, 2026

Aerosmith - Get Your Wings - 1974

The 1974 record Aerosmith feared would be their last: “The second record, man, it’s a bitch!”

Plagued with doubt.

May 28, 2026

The Eagles - 1970s

“Tanqueray ‘n’ tonic”: the 1974 Eagles song they had to get drunk to complete

A staple…

May 26, 2026

Tony Iommi - John Lennon - Split

“A confusing album”: the 1981 Black Sabbath classic recorded on John Lennon’s instruments

Using Lennon’s gear.

May 26, 2026

Paul Simon - Musician -1980

“The story would come through”: The 2000 song Paul Simon considered one of his greatest

The beloved deep cuts.

May 1, 2026