Sometimes, musicians have to do things they don’t fully agree with just to get noticed. That’s exactly what happened with Deep Purple in the late 1960s. The band had talent, but their early albums didn’t attract much attention. After some members left, guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, bassist Roger Glover, and singer Ian Gillan joined forces to … Read more
During their recent concert in Amsterdam on October 14, Disturbed’s frontman David Draiman gave a powerful message about unity and togetherness. His speech came right after the band’s Belgium show was cancelled, creating a lot of discussion among fans and media. The band was supposed to perform at Forest National in Brussels on October 15, … Read more
Roger Waters was never just about riffs or solos. For him, music had to move people. He believed when you pick up an instrument, your goal shouldn’t just be to impress others with technique — it should be to connect, to share some inner feeling. His work with Pink Floyd often went beyond the usual … Read more
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
