Noel Gallagher didn’t hold back. He declared The Beach Boys “the most overrated group of all time.” That’s a bold claim. And there’s a story behind every line. Why Noel Hated the Beach Boys In a 2011 interview on Hoppus on Music, Noel responded to a question about his favorite albums in a frank way. … Read more
Rock legend Neil Young has taken aim at Donald Trump once again, debuting a scathing new track titled “Big Crime” during a live performance in Chicago this week. The song, unveiled on August 27 at the Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island with his new band, the Chrome Hearts, directly attacks what Young describes as … Read more
Alex Lifeson, the virtuosic Rush guitarist, has long been asked which album he holds dearest from the band’s expansive catalog. The answer? The groundbreaking Moving Pictures (1981). Why Moving Pictures Stands Above the Rest interview with Make Weird Music, Lifeson didn’t hold back: “Moving Pictures was by far the greatest record that we made.” He … Read more
Bob Dylan is one of the most influential songwriters in modern music, but he’s never been one to sugarcoat his opinions. Over the decades, the Nobel Prize–winning troubadour has praised many artists, but he’s also had moments where he’s been unusually blunt about music he didn’t like—sometimes even if it was his own. While Dylan … Read more
Joe Walsh Rocks “Funk #49” on The Late Show and Prepares for James Gang’s Final Performance at VetsAid Charity Concert Rock legend Joe Walsh recently electrified The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, performing the iconic James Gang track “Funk #49” alongside Louis Cato and The Late Show Band. Walsh’s performance was part of an exciting … Read more
When we think of virtuoso singers, heavy rock & roll may not be the first genre that comes to mind. While technical proficiency is often associated with divas like Celine Dion and Mariah Carey, the true essence of rock singing lies in creativity, passion, and poetic expression. These qualities are what set apart legends like … Read more
The Beatles remain one of the most beloved bands in music history, with an influence that has spanned generations. However, there is still a group of listeners who boldly declare, “The Beatles aren’t for me.” While musical tastes are highly subjective, there’s an undeniable magic to the Fab Four’s music that deserves a second listen, … Read more
Some of the greatest musical acts have come from the most unexpected places—like your television screen. These fictional bands blurred the lines between reality and fantasy, leaving a lasting imprint on popular music. Though their origins were scripted, their success felt all too real, with many of their songs still ingrained in listeners’ minds today. … Read more
From the moment she stepped into the spotlight at just 15, Stevie Nicks has captivated audiences with her mystical presence, poetic lyrics, and instantly recognizable voice. As a solo artist and an essential part of Fleetwood Mac, Nicks has sold over 140 million records and carved out a legacy unlike any other in rock music. … Read more
Metalheads, get ready to reload your playlists — Metallica just announced a special reissue of their 1996 album Load, and it’s coming with a heavy surprise: a stash of unreleased tracks fans have never heard before. The reissue, set to drop this summer, will feature fully remastered audio of the original album along with a … Read more
