On This Day in 1976: Fleetwood Mac Release Stevie Nicks’ ‘Rhiannon,’ One of Their Most Enchanting Hits

On March 6, 1976, the legendary rock band Fleetwood Mac released the single Rhiannon, a song that would become one of the most loved tracks of the 1970s. Written and performed by singer and songwriter Stevie Nicks, the song first appeared on the band’s 1975 self-titled album Fleetwood Mac. At the time, the band was … Read more

The First Guitar Solo Bruce Springsteen Ever Learned Came From The Rolling Stones’ First UK No. 1

Every legendary musician starts somewhere. Even the greatest rock stars once sat in their bedrooms trying to copy the sounds of their heroes. For Bruce Springsteen—one of the most iconic rock musicians in history—that moment began with a song by The Rolling Stones. Long before he became known as “The Boss,” Springsteen was just a … Read more

The one bandmate Roger Waters was never friends with: “Fellow travellers with goals in common”

When people talk about the legendary rock band Pink Floyd, most conversations focus on two famous members: Roger Waters and David Gilmour. Waters is known for writing deep and powerful lyrics, while Gilmour is praised for his emotional guitar playing. But another member played a huge role in shaping the band’s sound — keyboardist Richard … Read more

“It’s all a big con”: The bands Damon Albarn thought of as toxic influences on youth culture

The 1990s were an exciting time for British music. A new movement called Britpop dominated the charts and youth culture. At the center of this movement were two hugely popular bands: Oasis and Blur. Both groups represented different attitudes, styles, and backgrounds, which helped create one of the most famous rivalries in modern music history. … Read more

“David Gilmour says, ‘I will never play with Roger Waters again’, and I know what he means. I feel that way about Alex Van Halen. They’re negative people”: The two iconic musicians who left Sammy Hagar starstruck – and the guitarist he calls “an asshole”

Some rock stars are mysterious and distant. Others are loud and wild. But Sammy Hagar is something different—he’s a rock legend who simply loves life and wants everyone around him to enjoy it too. Known as the “Red Rocker,” Hagar has spent decades proving that success can come from hard work, big dreams, and staying … Read more

The soul track David Gilmour called “just magic”

Pink Floyd is one of the most famous rock bands in music history. Known for their deep lyrics, long songs, and experimental sound, the band created some of the most influential albums ever made. But many fans don’t realize that the members of Pink Floyd were inspired by many different types of music. One surprising … Read more

“So do we tell the kids about the tour?” Courtney Love and former Hole bandmate Melissa Auf Der Maur are reuniting

Rock fans recently got excited after news spread that Courtney Love might be working again with her former bandmate Melissa Auf der Maur. The two musicians were part of the famous alternative rock band Hole, and their possible reunion quickly became a hot topic online. The rumors started when Love posted a short video of … Read more

The group Jack Black called the last great rock band: “They destroyed rock”

In the early 1990s, rock music was at a strange crossroads. The genre that once symbolized rebellion and authenticity had slowly become crowded with flashy trends, especially the glam and hair metal bands dominating the charts. Big hair, polished production, and over-the-top stage performances were everywhere. While many of these bands were talented, some critics … Read more