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Great news for Queen fans! A new book called A Life in Lyrics is coming in September 2026, the same week Freddie Mercury would have turned 80. This book is a special look at the late Queen singer’s life and work, created with his close friend Mary Austin. What’s Inside the Book? The book is … Read more

In the 1980s, Phil Collins was one of the biggest names in music. He wasn’t just the drummer and singer for the legendary band Genesis — he was also a solo superstar who could sell out stadiums all by himself. With hits like In the Air Tonight and Against All Odds, Collins became a household … Read more

British and Irish Dylan fans, get ready: Bob Dylan is heading back your way this November as part of his long-running Rough and Rowdy Ways tour. He’s already headlined more than a few “sold-out” cities — Brighton, Swansea, Leeds, Glasgow, Belfast, Killarney, and Dublin — but now there’s even more buzz. For example, in Coventry, … Read more

Most famous musicians start by listening to what their parents loved. The songs played at home often shape their sound. But for Stevie Nicks, things were different. Even though she grew up surrounded by music, she quickly realized what she liked — and it wasn’t exactly what her family expected. Her grandfather was a country … Read more

Few rock bands have ever been as smart, creative, and fearless as Rush. The Canadian trio — Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Neil Peart — made music that challenged both the mind and the heart. They mixed complex rhythms, deep lyrics, and wild imagination into songs that filled stadiums. Rush didn’t just play rock — … Read more

Jimmy Page is one of the most iconic guitarists in rock history. As the mastermind behind Led Zeppelin’s legendary riffs and solos, Page has influenced countless musicians across generations. His unique approach to songwriting and production turned him into a pioneer of rock music. Yet, even someone as skilled and creative as Jimmy Page has … Read more

Jealousy is a tricky beast — one that creeps into the heart of many creative people. It’s not just a romantic emotion; it shows up in subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways when artists compare themselves to one another. For guitarists in particular, where technical skill, tone, style, and fame are so visible, the temptation to compare … Read more

Roger Waters was a founding member of Pink Floyd and played a huge role in making the band what it became—especially from the early ’70s through The Wall and The Final Cut. But after he left in 1985, the band continued (without him), which ended up causing serious tensions and legal battles. Over the years, … Read more

In 2025, MTV is finally letting go of what once made it famous — music. The news that MTV will shut down its last five music channels didn’t shock anyone. Let’s be honest: the days of leaving a music channel playing in the background feel like ancient history. For many people today, music videos live … Read more

Phil Collins is known widely for his expressive drumming, both in Genesis and in his solo work. But his journey as a drummer shows a growth: from trying to prove how many notes, fills, and complex rhythms he could play, to realizing that sometimes less is more—and that the silence between the beats can be … Read more