Every drummer speaks with a voice of their own once they sit behind the kit. Even when raised on the same records, each player forges a rhythm that’s distinctively theirs. Charlie Watts of The Rolling Stones understood his irreplaceable role, yet he held immense admiration for Tony Williams—a drummer whose touch carried a brilliance that … Read more
When you talk about Fleetwood Mac, it almost feels like you’re talking about two different bands. The only things that stayed the same through it all were drummer Mick Fleetwood and bassist John McVie. They were the backbone, but the sound, the lineup, and even the mood of the band changed completely over time. The … Read more
Stevie Nicks has spent decades turning personal pain into music — but every artist has lines they won’t cross live. For Nicks, that song is “Illume (9-11)”, a quiet, intense piece she wrote in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks. Although it appears on Fleetwood Mac’s 2003 album Say You Will, Nicks has … Read more
When Led Zeppelin’s multi-instrumentalist John Paul Jones was asked in an NME interview about the bassists he admired, he gave a surprisingly simple answer about one of rock’s biggest names: Paul McCartney. Jones said, “I think he’s perfect,” praising McCartney’s musical choices and how his bass playing always served the song. What John Paul Jones … Read more
Kate Bush was invited to support Fleetwood Mac on their huge Rumours tour in 1978, but she turned it down because she was building her own very different live show and didn’t want to be boxed into a supporting role. What happened in 1978? After Kate Bush’s first big hit, “Wuthering Heights”, she became a … Read more
When fans talk about Led Zeppelin, they usually remember legendary rock classics like Stairway to Heaven, Whole Lotta Love, or Kashmir. But not every song in their catalog holds the same reputation with the band members themselves. In fact, there is one track from Led Zeppelin II that Jimmy Page absolutely hated, and it was … Read more
Carlos Santana, the legendary guitarist who brought a unique blend of rock, Latin, and jazz influences to the global stage, has long been admired for his musical genius and spiritual wisdom. Known for hits like Black Magic Woman and Smooth, Santana has spent decades inspiring audiences not just through music but through his philosophy of … 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
David Gilmour is often hailed as one of the greatest guitarists of all time, a musician whose sound has shaped the very identity of Pink Floyd and influenced countless players across generations. His soaring solos and expressive touch turned songs like Comfortably Numb and Shine On You Crazy Diamond into timeless anthems, cementing his reputation … Read more
Bob Dylan is often described as one of the greatest songwriters of all time, but what makes him truly special is not just one era, one song, or one sound. From the very beginning of his career, Dylan was never interested in staying comfortable. While many artists try to repeat what already worked for them, … Read more
