Alex Lifeson, best known as the guitarist of the legendary band Rush, grew up inspired by some of rock’s most iconic players. But among all of them, one name stands out for him more than the rest: Pete Townshend of The Who. Lifeson has often said that Townshend had a huge influence on his style. … Read more
Sometimes, great bands don’t reach every listener in time — and Rush is one of those groups people often discover later in life. But once you hear them, it’s impossible not to appreciate just how talented they were. While they may not be as universally known as Led Zeppelin or The Who, the impact of … Read more
Patti Smith is known to many as a musician, poet, writer, and rock icon. But one of her most important roles is often overlooked: Patti Smith is a historian of her own generation. She lived through one of the most influential artistic eras in New York City, and she has dedicated much of her life … Read more
Liam Gallagher recently opened up about the future of Oasis now that their big 2025 reunion tour, Live ’25, is winding down. Even though they’ve played huge shows all over the world this year, Liam says it’s still unclear what happens once the tour ends. Hinting at More — But Not Promising At Wembley Stadium, … Read more
Losing a parent is one of the hardest things anyone can go through, and for Wolfgang Van Halen, the pain has been especially deep. In a recent interview, he shared how the death of his father, legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen, changed the way he thinks about life, death, and spirituality. “I Became Less Spiritual” … Read more
In the winter of 1975, Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart were riding in the back of a rental car somewhere in the middle of the United States. The sky was grey, the highways were long, and their promo guy, Shelly Siegel, was driving them from one radio station to another. It wasn’t glamorous — … Read more
Led Zeppelin are often remembered as one of the greatest rock bands to ever come out of the UK. But unlike many of their British peers from the late 1960s, they didn’t just become popular at home — they exploded in the United States. Their music reached a massive American audience, and they quickly became … Read more
Sometimes the funniest and strangest stories in rock music don’t happen on stage — they happen on the street. One of the most unbelievable moments involves two legendary guitarists: Jimmy Page from Led Zeppelin and Kirk Hammett from Metallica. A Surprise Meeting in London Kirk Hammett has always admired Jimmy Page. In fact, he has … Read more
When Bruce Springsteen stepped on stage, he wasn’t just performing — he was creating a world. His songs felt cinematic, like stories unfolding in real time. But Bruce didn’t do all of this alone. A huge part of that magic came from the E Street Band and from one very important person behind the scenes: … Read more
Rock legend Ritchie Blackmore, the famous guitarist from Deep Purple and Rainbow, has postponed all of his upcoming tour dates with his band Blackmore’s Night. The announcement has concerned many fans, especially since the band had only just returned to the stage earlier in November. A Sudden Change in Plans Blackmore’s Night kicked off their … Read more
