They Said No One Could Fill That Seat, But Anika Nilles Steps Up to Carry the Spirit of Neil Peart and Ignite a New Era of Rock n’ Roll

When Anika Nilles performed at the 2020 Drumeo Festival, she wowed everyone with her drumming. Playing her song “Mister” from her 2017 album Pikalar, she mixed funky grooves, creative fills, and tricky rhythms that left the audience amazed. People on social media called it “mind-blowing” and praised her feel for rhythm and music. That performance … Read more

The artist Jack White hailed as an “incredible genius”: “Avant-garde in an unpretentious way”

Some songs sound impressive because they are complicated. Others become legendary because they are simple. “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes belongs firmly in the second category. It is a song that proves you don’t need speed, technical mastery, or endless notes to create something powerful. Sometimes, all you need is one strong idea … Read more

Mark Knopfler, Bob Dylan, and a Dream Collaboration

Mark Knopfler is often praised as one of the greatest guitar players in rock music, but that’s only part of his story. He should also be remembered as one of British rock’s finest songwriters and performers. As the frontman of Dire Straits, Knopfler helped create music that was not only successful but also thoughtful, emotional, … Read more