On September 23, 1977, Yusuf Islam — known to the world as Cat Stevens — threw his gold records into the sea. This is the version of the story that has been told and retold, the symbolic gesture that stands in for a more complicated and more gradual process of spiritual transformation that had been … Read more
David Bowie’s live performances occupy a category separate from his recordings in the assessment of musicians who shared stages with him or watched from the wings. The recordings are extraordinary — documented, available, analyzable. The live performances were something that recordings of them only partially capture, because what Bowie brought to a stage was not … Read more
Singer-songwriter Pink recently shared a funny story about her daughter, Willow, proving once again that kids often see fame very differently than adults do. During a recent conversation, Pink recalled Willow’s reaction after learning that their duet had reached No. 1 on the music charts in the Netherlands. While many artists would celebrate such an … Read more
Some songs are carefully crafted over weeks or even months. Others arrive in a flash of inspiration, seemingly from nowhere. For legendary singer-songwriter Van Morrison, one of his most beloved compositions emerged in a single creative burst—and then disappeared from his live performances forever. That song is “Madame George,” the haunting centerpiece of Morrison’s 1968 … Read more
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett gave fans a scare during a recent concert in Dublin, Ireland, when he accidentally fell off the stage in the middle of a performance. Fortunately, the rock legend was not seriously hurt and quickly returned to playing, even finding humor in the incident afterward. The fall happened just days after Hammett … Read more
Music legend Rod Stewart recently shared a heartfelt message saying goodbye to longtime music industry leader Clive Davis, only days after making headlines for needing oxygen during a concert performance. The emotional tribute showed a more personal side of Stewart as he reflected on the impact Davis had on his career and the music industry … Read more
For much of the 1990s and early 2000s, it became fashionable to doubt Axl Rose. After the explosive success of Appetite for Destruction and the ambitious Use Your Illusion albums, Guns N’ Roses seemed to disappear into a haze of lineup changes, delays, lawsuits, and rumors. Critics mocked the endlessly postponed Chinese Democracy, while fans … Read more
In an industry where recognition from fellow artists can mean just as much as awards and chart success, Taylor Swift recently shared a heartfelt message of gratitude to rock legend John Fogerty. The singer-songwriter expressed how much his support means to her, revealing that she has been a longtime admirer of his work and that … Read more
P!NK is known for doing things her own way, and one unforgettable wedding-day surprise proved exactly why fans love her so much. The pop superstar recently made headlines after unexpectedly walking into a bridal suite while wearing a swimsuit. What could have been an awkward moment quickly turned into a funny and heartwarming memory for … Read more
P!NK is celebrating a special milestone as her daughter Willow continues to grow into a confident and talented young person. The singer recently shared a heartwarming message about Willow after a rare family appearance in New York City. Posting about the occasion, P!NK proudly wrote, “This girl is where she wants to be,” showing just … Read more