Curtis Mayfield, a pioneering singer, songwriter, and guitarist, left an indelible imprint on soul music and the broader landscape of popular music. Born on June 3, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, Mayfield began his musical journey in the late 1950s as a member of The Impressions, a group that played a pivotal role in the development […]
Young Thug‘s long-awaited YSL RICO trial finally kicked off on Monday (Nov. 27) with opening statements, and the trial is set to officially start this week. Thugger, born Jeffery Lamar Williams, is charged with violating Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act and gang laws, among other things. The YSL leader was indicted last year along with more […]
Before Europe’s “The Final Countdown” became a worldwide sports anthem — and part of many moments in pop culture — some of its roots came from disco and David Bowie. The story that vocalist Joey Tempest tells regarding the evolution of the song has a common thread — like many bands, Europe wanted a big epic […]
Taking Back Sunday have announced a UK tour for March next year. Image credit: Ashley Osborn The dates in Manchester, London and Cardiff will be in support of the band’s recent ‘152’ album, which remarkably was their first record in seven years. Produced by Tushar Apte (who the band met through a mutual collaboration, the […]
In the grand tapestry of musical history, opera stands as a testament to the extraordinary capabilities of the human voice. Within this realm of soaring arias and impassioned narratives, certain voices have transcended time and left an indelible mark on the annals of opera. In this exploration of the “Top 15 Best Opera Singers of […]
This weekend, longsuffering Beyoncé fans will finally get to see the concert movie Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé after months of hype and speculation. The movie will be an AMC Theatres exclusive, and as such, come with multiple perks like a themed drink at the chain’s MacGuffins Bar and exclusive collectibles (tequila AND gin though? […]
Killing Joke guitarist Kevin “Geordie” Walker has died at 64 years old. Walker was a part of Killing Joke‘s original lineup in the late ’70s and performed on every Killing Joke release, including their 2023 single “Full Spectrum Dominance.” The news of Geordie‘s death comes from former Killing Joke drummer Martin Atkins, who wrote on […]
Even the best classic-rock lyrics don’t necessarily bear stand-alone scrutiny. Rock critic Robert Chrisgau memorably noted that Bob Dylan‘s “My Back Pages” was “a bad poem. But it is a good song, supported by a memorable refrain.” Unfortunately, even Bob Dylan has a bad day. He’s not alone in that, as some of the genre’s […]
Matt Cameron opened up about new, interesting details regarding the upcoming Pearl Jam album during an interview with The Vinyl Guide Interview podcast. He also revealed the current status of final 7 Soundgarden songs via Pearl Jam Online. It’s been three years since since Gigaton. It was noted that Pearl Jam has become quiet following […]
In the illustrious realm of Broadway, where the spotlight meets the stage and stories come to life through song, the artistry of a select few transcends time and echoes through the annals of musical history. This article embarks on a harmonious journey to unveil the “15 Best Broadway Singers of All Time,” celebrating the vocal […]