One might assume that writing songs for an album and writing songs for a film’s soundtrack are two entirely separate forms of artistic processes. But as many songwriters will tell you, the experiences are actually remarkably similar. In both cases, a story is told through music — an image created in the mind’s eye using […]
Bob Dylan has commented on the recently ousted Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner‘s dismissal from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame‘s Board of Directors. Dylan, who typically does not speak much between songs, took a moment at his concert Thursday night in New York City to note that Wenner was in attendance. “All right, l’d […]
Rock lyrics aren’t necessarily meant to be closely examined. After all, this is supposed to be fun. Yet some lines stand out more than others, whether because of their smarts, their hilarity, or their ability to challenge perceptions. A few rise to the level of poetry, while others are about more base desires. To make […]
Judas Priest has released a new single titled “Trial by Fire,” the second offering off their upcoming album Invincible Shield. You can hear the song below. The new song arrives roughly a month after Invincible Shield lead single “Panic Attack,” a punchy power-metal anthem that features epic synthesizer licks alongside the band’s signature twin-guitar attack. The full […]
Ann Wilson has looked back on her experience touring with John Mellencamp, recalling that it was a “particularly painful nine months.” The trek took place in 1982, a period when Wilson’s band, Heart, was going through a commercial downturn. Mellencamp, on the other hand, was enjoying a rise in stardom thanks to “Jack & Diane.” […]
By late 1992, grunge had become more than a zeitgeist-shifting musical phenomenon. Seattle’s distinctive sensibilities were spreading into the wider culture, so a curious editor at The New York Times decided to get out in front of the trend by assigning a reporter to learn more. That’s when things entered a harsh realm. Rick Marin […]
Sammy Hagar has extended an invitation to Alex Van Halen and David Lee Roth to join him on his 2024 tour. The Red Rocker announced that he’ll hit the road next year and perform a set list focused on Van Halen material. “It’s time. Nobody else is gonna do it,” Hagar declared to radio host […]
Andrew Dice Clay has looked back on his infamous appearance at the 1989 MTV Video Music Awards, which resulted in his lifetime ban from the network. “I was the first one canceled,” the comedian declared during an appearance on the Talk Is Jericho podcast before detailing the controversial set. Clay was already one of comedy’s […]
Queen + Adam Lambert concluded their 2023 Rhapsody tour with two sold-out shows at Los Angeles’ BMO Stadium Saturday and Sunday night. They played to over 40,000 people at those two shows, and over 300,000 on the most recent North American leg of the tour. You can see photos, some exclusive, from the show below. […]
To quote Depeche Mode, everything counts — and they certainly made their Nov. 10 return to Cleveland a memorable one. Photos and video from the performance are below. It had been more than 20 years since the British alternative legends had performed in the city, making their last visit to the area in 2001 in […]