For the most part, it’s easy to tell which songs belonged to which member of The Beatles. A song written by John Lennon usually carried his sharp wit, emotional honesty, or biting edge. A composition from Paul McCartney often leaned toward melody, warmth, and sentimentality. By the late 1960s, their songwriting personalities had become so … Read more
Few artists played a bigger role in introducing Warren Zevon’s music to the world than Jackson Browne and Linda Ronstadt. Browne became one of Zevon’s strongest supporters and closest collaborators, while Ronstadt’s hugely successful cover songs brought his songwriting to audiences far beyond the singer-songwriter scene. Together, they helped transform one of Zevon’s sharpest and … Read more
When The Band took the stage for their farewell concert, The Last Waltz, they invited an extraordinary lineup of musical legends to help celebrate their final live performance. With so many iconic artists sharing the spotlight, it seemed impossible for any one guest to stand above the rest. Yet by the end of the night, … Read more
When Sammy Hagar agreed to perform at the Freedom 250 Fourth of July celebration in Washington, D.C., he expected to deliver a heartfelt message of unity before launching into Right Now. Instead, severe thunderstorms canceled the entire musical program, leaving fans to debate an appearance that never actually happened. Although Hagar never stepped on stage, … Read more
Keith Richards has never been afraid to speak his mind, and his latest comments about the United States are generating plenty of conversation. In a recent interview with The Sunday Times, the legendary Rolling Stones guitarist described America as “a bit of a disappointment at the moment” while discussing “Ringing Hollow,” a song from the … Read more
Some live performances become unforgettable the moment they happen. Prince’s appearance during George Harrison’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction is one of those rare moments. His electrifying guitar solo on “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” has become one of the most celebrated live performances in rock history, earning millions of views and endless … Read more
Louis reached into the deep inside pocket of his black leather vest. For a second, my survival instincts flared, but his movements were entirely devoid of aggression. When his massive, scarred hand emerged, he was holding a thick, worn envelope made of heavy parchment paper, its edges yellowed with age. He didn’t hand it to … Read more
When George Harrison passed away in 2001, the music world lost one of its most influential guitarists and songwriters. A year later, friends, family, and legendary musicians came together to celebrate his life at the unforgettable Concert for George. The evening featured heartfelt performances from artists who had shared the stage and studio with Harrison … Read more
“She made that hole herself to keep them alive,” Maria repeated, her voice dropping to a gravelly whisper that cut right through the dry desert wind. We all looked closer. The inside edges of the cardboard around that tiny opening were shredded, stained with dark saliva and a faint trace of blood. This mother had … Read more
Bruce Springsteen has once again spoken out against President Donald Trump and his administration, continuing a long-running public feud between the two. In a recent PBS interview, Bruce Springsteen: Finding America in Song, the legendary rocker reflected on politics, patriotism, and why he believes artists have a responsibility to speak up when they see problems … Read more