The artist Josh Homme thought deserved more respect: “It took balls to be him”

Rock music has always been about attitude, energy, and pushing boundaries. Some artists become huge mainstream stars, while others become legends because of their influence. One of the most important and influential figures in punk rock history is Iggy Pop. A modern rock musician who deeply respects him is Josh Homme. Their connection shows how … Read more

“That’s What Rock Should Be” — Ian Anderson on Why the Early Beatles Felt So Dangerous

When people think of The Beatles, they often picture clean-cut mop-tops performing on big stages and selling millions of records. But long before global fame, The Beatles were a rough young band playing long, loud shows in Hamburg, Germany. That early period shaped not just them, but countless musicians who came after — including Ian … Read more

Frank Zappa found it impossible to understand Alice Cooper: “I don’t get it”

In the late 1960s, rock music was all about breaking rules. Psychedelic rock, experimental sounds, and weird performances were becoming part of the music world. Two artists who fit perfectly into that strange, creative time were Frank Zappa and Alice Cooper — and their first meeting helped shape one of rock’s strangest debut albums. 🎧 … Read more