Even George Harrison admitted one The Rolling Stones track stood above the rest: “You can’t beat the riff.”

When conversations about the greatest guitarists of all time arise, names like Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton almost always dominate the discussion. Their blistering solos, technical wizardry, and larger-than-life stage presence helped define rock music. Yet for Keith Richards, greatness on the guitar was never about flashy solos or endless technical displays. Instead, Richards believed … Read more

Billy Idol will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 52nd American Music Awards on May 25.

The 2026 American Music Awards are set to spotlight one of rock’s most enduring figures: Billy Idol. The legendary punk-rock turned mainstream icon will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing a career that has shaped multiple generations of rock fans. A Rock Icon Finally Gets His Due Billy Idol rose to fame in … Read more

Billy Idol will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 52nd American Music Awards on May 25.

  The 2026 American Music Awards are set to spotlight one of rock’s most enduring figures: Billy Idol. The legendary punk-rock turned mainstream icon will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing a career that has shaped multiple generations of rock fans. A Rock Icon Finally Gets His Due Billy Idol rose to fame … Read more

Peter Freestone Reveals Freddie Mercury’s 15-Year Obsession — “He adored his 10 cats more than anything in his life!”

Behind Freddie Mercury’s explosive stage persona, there was a quieter, more intimate life that few fans ever saw. The Queen frontman, known for his electrifying performances and larger-than-life charisma, found solace in the calm of his London home, Garden Lodge, where he built a private world centered around his deep affection for cats. According to … Read more

Neil Young urges a “blue tsunami” in the midterms to curb Trump’s ability to “do damage.”

Canadian-American singer-songwriter Neil Young has once again made headlines for his outspoken political views, urging voters in the United States to turn out in large numbers for the upcoming midterm elections on November 3rd. Now a naturalised U.S. citizen since 2020, Young has been increasingly vocal in his criticism of former President Donald Trump and … Read more

Blake Shelton delivers an emotional tribute to Don Schlitz at the ACM Awards with a heartfelt performance of “The Gambler.”

The 2026 ACM Awards in Las Vegas ended on a powerful and emotional note thanks to a moving performance by Blake Shelton. As the show wrapped up inside the city’s major entertainment venue, Shelton stepped on stage to perform “The Gambler,” honoring the late legendary songwriter Don Schlitz. The moment quickly shifted from a standard … Read more

48 years ago today, Sultans of Swing introduced the world to the unmistakable sound of Dire Straits — timeless riffs, storytelling lyrics, and pure guitar magic.

Forty-eight years ago today, on May 19, 1978, Dire Straits released “Sultans of Swing” in the UK and quietly introduced the world to one of the most recognizable songs in classic rock history. At the time, nobody could have predicted that a track inspired by a nearly ignored pub performance would become the song that … Read more

Sinead O’Connor and Prince’s reported feud took a dramatic turn in the early ’90s, as tensions over artistic control and criticism spilled into the spotlight. What followed was Prince’s striking, silent response—letting his music speak louder than words and reclaiming his work with unforgettable brilliance.

When Sinéad O’Connor released Nothing Compares 2 U in 1990, it didn’t just become a hit—it became a cultural moment. Her stark, emotionally raw performance, paired with the now-iconic tear-filled video, turned the song into one of the most recognizable expressions of heartbreak in modern music. For many listeners, it remains inseparable from her voice. … Read more

The Smashing Pumpkins break free with the “Rats in a Cage” North American tour, bringing their signature alt-rock sound to cities across the continent.

Fans of The Smashing Pumpkins are in for a monumental celebration in 2026, as the legendary alternative rock icons have officially unveiled their sprawling Rats in a Cage North American tour — a tribute to the 30th anniversary of their groundbreaking 1995 double album, Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness. Set to kick off on … Read more