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Not A Great Sign: Eric Clapton Just Released “Tears In Heaven 2”
Fans of controversial musician and vocalist Eric Clapton were openly concerned for the songwriter after releasing his new song ‘Tears In Heaven 2” earlier today.
Entertainment | Music
Anya Phillips: the forgotten hero of New York’s no-wave movement
Her clothing designs defined an era of underground expression.
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Pink Floyd's Roger Waters accused of antisemitic behavior including swastika confetti, 'Jew food' remarks
Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters has been accused of sending an anti-Semitic email to his staffers allegedly proposing to write “Dirty k--k” on the inflatable pig habitually floated above his gigs.
Music | Music
The CD Revival Is Real
Sales for the long-forgotten format are up for the first time since 2004, echoing the surprise resurgence of vinyl. This is why
Music | Music News
ALICE COOPER Says The Only Person Who Should Be Allowed To Use AI In Music Is PAUL MCCARTNEY
In a new interview with Australia's Studio 10, legendary rocker Alice Cooper weighed in on a debate about people using an AI (artificial intelligence) music generator as a tool to create melodies, harmonies and rhymes based on artificial intelligence (AI)
Music | Music
Mastering Song Structure: Intro, Verse, Chorus & Bridge
Unravel the essence of musical storytelling with this exploration of song structure - from the captivating intro to the heart-pounding chorus and the bridges that connect it all. Dive into the art of arranging music and discover how classic pop song struc
Sports | Cycling
State Bicycle Co. Unveils New Beatles-themed Cycling Collection
The collection features a range of Beatles-inspired jerseys, tech tees, and two limited-edition bikes that are sure to turn heads
Music | Music
Julian Lennon Awaits Private Sit-Down With Paul McCartney, Who Promised ‘Stories About Your Dad I’ve Never Told Anybody’ (Video)
Julian Lennon has a lot he wants to hear from Paul McCartney about his legendary father, John. If only they could find the time to chat.
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
A Flying V pioneer who inspired Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page, Albert King was king of the blues – find out why with this lesson in his vocal playing style
King was a player who could say more with less, with a vibrato that give his licks a vocal quality, and this lesson with tab and audio unpacks his style
Music | Music
The 20 best instrumental songs of all time
Great music does not have to be dependent on memorable lyrics. Simply listening to the composition and creativity of an instrumental track can be just as rewarding.
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"I Kept Trying to Use Other Guitars, but Nigel Godrich Would Say, ‘You Know What We Should Try, Don’t You?’ ‘Casino?’ ‘Yep!’": Paul McCartney Reveals How He Fell Back in Love with His Epiphone Casino, and Transformed His Sound, in 2005 GP Interview
For the critically acclaimed 'Chaos and Creation in the Backyard,' McCartney was encouraged to abandon his Les Paul, but also found time to beef up his acoustic fingerpicking, and plug into his old Vo
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How Jimmy Buffett Turned “Margaritaville” Into a Way of Life
The late singer's beach bum reputation helped him build a billion-dollar empire.
Music | Music
The Keith Richards riff machine is still in fine working order as the Rolling Stones return with new single Angry
The first single from long-awaited new studio album Hackney Diamonds proves that after all these years no-one does rock 'n' roll guitar quite like the Stones
Music | Vinyl Records
Vinyl vs. Digital: How Mastering Makes All the Difference
Vinyl has staged a comeback in recent years, defying the digital age's dominance of music consumption. In an era where high-resolution streaming audio reigns supreme, why do some music enthusiasts still prefer to listen to vinyl records? While ownership o
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‘Living And Dying In 3/4 Time’…
There are non-political events that happen each day in our world that hold a great amount of significance; they impact our lives on a very personal level and sometimes a transformative level. My introduction to and relationship with the entirety of the Ji
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Prof. Sam Lehman-Wilzig: From Israel-Classical Music Today: Not a Moving Experience
Prof. Sam Lehman-Wilzig: From Israel-Classical Music Today: Not a Moving Experience As Israel heads into the new year, the annual culture calendar is ready for take-off. The airwaves are full of commercials for the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (among oth
Music | Music News
Watch the Official Trailer for New SRV Music Doc, ‘Jimmie and Stevie Ray Vaughan: Brothers in Blues’
Featuring previously unseen family photos and insightful interviews with the Vaughan brothers plus Eric Clapton, Billy Gibbons and more, this fascinating documentary is available to watch now on streaming services and DVD
Music | Music
Monkees’ Micky Dolenz: The Final Daydream Believer
‘After producing, directing, writing and creating my own TV shows and films, and starring in The Monkees, I can tell you there's no formula for a hit.’
Politics | Politics
Rock Legend Alice Cooper Angers Trans Activists, Gets Canceled by Makeup Company
In April of 1978, 16-year-old me and some of my friends drove to Des Moines, Iowa. There we went into the old Veterans Memorial Auditorium to see one of the landmark rock & roll shows of all time, the Alice Cooper School's Out For Summer '78 show. It was an amazing bit; the Godfather of Shock Rock in his earlier days,
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'No one is as invested in The Beatles as I am': How Gen Z revived Beatlemania
Modern fans have taken up the mantle of the 60s devotees and have found a home on TikTok and Twitter – they might not scream and invade studios but their love for the Fab Four is just as heartfelt
Music | Audio Equipment: SO Cool!
U-Turn Audio launches the next generation of Orbit turntables | Digital Trends
U-Turn Audio's popular line of Orbit turntables has gotten its first revamp in a decade. It includes an upgraded tonearm, automatic speed control, and more.
Music | Music
6 Outstanding Rock Music Documentaries - American Songwriter
These stellar rock music documentaries give a new perspective on some of the genre's most innovative artists.
Music | Music
Rolling Stones Fans Theorize Cryptic Newspaper Ad Might Be New Album Announcement
The ad run in a U.K.-based local newspaper for ‘Hackney Diamonds’ reads ‘When you say Gimme Shelter we’ll fix your Shattered windows’
Entertainment | Music
Trampled By Turtles - 2-10-2023 (Cayamo 2023)
Stardust show on Cayamo cruise 2023https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/trampled-by-turtles/2023/norwegian-pearl-miami-fl-4bbab3ca.htmlhttps://trampledbyturtles.co...
Entertainment | Music
Trampled by Turtles - "At Your Window"
"At Your Window"Directed by Charlie BergEdited by Charlie BergCamera Operators: Garrett Wells, Anthony Cousins, Charlie Berg, Madison Lutz, and Thomas Vanden...
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Oliver Anthony - Rich Men North Of Richmond
When I first came across Oliver Anthony and his music, I was blown away to say the least. He had a whole collection of songs that I could listen to for hour...
Music | Music News
The History Of The Beatles' Yellow Submarine Is More Complex Than You Realize
The Beatles' "Yellow Submarine" is a whimsical, childlike song, that was a big hit for the band, but the history is more complex than you realize.
Music | Music News
“I Didn’t Want That Kind of Dead Studio Perfection”: Steve Miller Reveals the Recording Secrets Behind His '70s Smash "Fly Like an Eagle"
Born out of lengthy jams, this psychedelic funk tune was recorded and mixed several times over
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Songwriter U: Songwriting Tips from Famous Songwriters
By Shawn Leonhardt for Guitar Tricks and 30-Day Singer Videos by American Songwriter Songwriting is a profession that doesn’t have an exact playbook and varies greatly among those who do it. Sometimes the advice famous musicians give is incredible, other
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Hear the original demo for The Beatles' 'Don't Let Me Down'
While putting pieces of the song together, John Lennon experimented with the structure of The Beatles' B-side 'Don't Let Me Down'.
Entertainment | Music
Black Flag - Live at Cherrywood studios 1980 (HD)
0:00 White minority1:04 Depression3:27 Interview9:30 RevengeRon Reyes - Greg Ginn - Chuck Dukowski - Robo
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Fans Find Photos of Themselves in Paul McCartney's New Book (and Recall Beatlemania)
In a new video, fans are recalling Beatlemania and finding videos of themselves in Paul McCartney's new book '1964: Eyes of the Storm'.
Music | Music News
Robbie Robertson Dead: The Band Guitarist and Singer Was 80
Guitarist-songwriter-singer Robbie Robertson, who led the Canadian-American group the Band to rock prominence in the 1970s and worked extensively with Bob Dylan and Martin Scorsese, has died. He wa…
Science & Technology | Science
Google wants to use AI to turn your brain waves into music
Google scanned human brain activity and fed the data to an AI large language model in an attempt to reconstruct the music.
Music | Music
Paul McCartney Adds Five Dates In Brazil To ‘Got Back’ Tour Itinerary
Paul McCartney has announced that his 'Got Back' tour will visit Brazil for the first time, from late November into mid-December.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
3 Pieces of Advice for Selling Guitar Gear Online
Online marketplaces sometimes feel like both the wild, wild west and oppressive regimes all at once.
Music | Music
The Beatles’ ‘Red’ And ‘Blue’ Albums at 50: Celebrating the Greatest ‘Greatest Hits’ Records Ever
The two double-LP sets defined the whole Beatles story as we know it today
Music | Music
Expanded Beatles Red and Blue Albums Expected To Be The Next Official Reissue
Beatles fans are on standby for the announcement of an expanded ‘1962-1966’ (The Red Album) and ‘1967-1970’ (The Blue Album).
Music | Music
The Ultimate Dorm Room Music Production Setup: Turning Your Room into a Mini Studio
Discover the essentials of a dorm room music studio with this Ultimate Dorm Room Music Production Setup. Transform your small space into a production powerhouse with the right gear, toys, and music production tools.
Entertainment | Music
New York Dolls [1974.07.24] - Long Beach Auditorium, Long Beach, CA, US
New York Dolls 1974.07.24 Long Beach AuditoriumLong Beach, CA, USSET:01. (There's Gonna Be A) Showdown02. Don Kirshner talk break03. Stranded In The Jungle04...
Entertainment | Music
Sinead O'Connor - Troy (Official Music Video)
Music video by Sinéad O'Connor performing Troy. Follow Sinéad O'Connor:Listen to Sinéad Online - https://Sinead.lnk.to/ListenSubscribe - https://Sinead.lnk.t...
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Sinéad O'Connor Dead at 56
Sinéad O'Connor had struggled for years with her mental health, and announced her retirement in 2021
Music | Vinyl Records
10 albums that challenged the concept of Mono and Stereo
Explore the groundbreaking albums that pushed the boundaries of audio technology. These 10 albums challenged the traditional notions of mono and stereo, creating a new listening experience.
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
Stevie Ray Vaughan defined the sound of contemporary blues guitar – here are 20 techniques you can learn from the Stratocaster master
Get inside the Texas blues icon’s style with this in-depth lesson on his incendiary playing
Music | Music
Tony Bennett dies; timeless singer who won over fans for decades
Tony Bennett dies; timeless singer who won over fans for decades
Music | Music News
Not fading away: why older rockers still strike a chord with us
<strong>Letters: </strong>Readers respond to Jonathan Freedland’s article about the enduring appeal of the Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen and others
Music | Music
6 Songs You Didn't Know Ringo Wrote for the Beatles
Not known as a songwriter, Ringo Starr was a major part of what's considered likely the best band of all time: the Beatles.
Entertainment | Music
Before Nine Inch Nails: How Industrial Became Pop
What is Industrial? In its original form it was an aggressively mechanistic and uncompromising sound formed of tape-loops, samples, often self-made synths an...
Music | Music
Madonna Hospitalized for 'Serious Bacterial Infection,' Halts Tour: 'Full Recovery Expected'
Madonna was in the ICU for several days due to the infection
Humor | Humor
Liberal Boomer Constantly Checking to Make Sure John Fogerty Not Suddenly Right Wing
Leftist senior citizen Cyrus Novak is reportedly under round-the-clock duress from continuously having to make sure John Fogerty is not somehow suddenly conservative.
Entertainment | Music
The Dwarves, Burger Boogaloo 2019 (live on PressureDrop.tv)
When this stream ends, this link will take you to the next show!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMhAu00laDE&list=PLEggLUGWRrQrfR-MSKdti6FYNn-6F_S93Welcome to...
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John Lennon and George Harrison: 10 guitar lessons you can learn from their Beatles era
Songwriting tricks, chord progressions and the guitar genius of the Beatles' early years
Music | Music
Sir Paul McCartney says artificial intelligence has enabled a 'final' Beatles song
The star says machine learning helped lift John Lennon's voice from a demo and turn it into a song.
Music | Music
The Rolling Stones welcome back original bassist Bill Wyman
After a 30 year absence, Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman has returned to the band to play on a few tracks on their upcoming album.
Entertainment | Music
Gene Simmons defends Roger Waters as “a well-meaning guy”
Simmons defends Waters.
Music | Music
The 25 best albums of 1978
Let's turn back the clock to the year of Kate Bush, Buzzcocks, Bruce Springsteen, Kraftwerk and War Of The Worlds...
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The “lost” Beatles song Paul McCartney has vowed to release one day
McCartney wants the song out.
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10 of the Most Valuable Cassette Tapes From the ‘80s and ‘90s
Calling all Gen Xers and elder millennials: Those old copies of Pearl Jam’s “Ten” could you earn you a bundle.
Humor | Humor
Make-a-Wish Foundation Denies Child Bassist’s Wish to Play Guitar
A child bass player with terminal cancer was denied her dying wish to play lead guitar by the Make-A-Wish Foundation as it interfered with long-held institutional policies and beliefs, apologetic sources confirmed.
Music | Music
Astrud Gilberto, “The Girl From Ipanema” Singer, Dies at 83
The Brazilian singer debuted with Getz/Gilberto’s landmark version of the bossa nova track before a troubled solo career
Humor | Humor
Guitar Center Employee Crushed to Death by Avalanche of Squier Starter Packs
Guitar Center employee Cody Simmons was recently crushed to death by an avalanche of Squier starter packs that came loose after a customer played a particularly face-melting solo, sources that now have to work overtime to cover his shifts confirmed.
Music | Music
7 of the Best Drum Intros in Rock History - American Songwriter
It's often the choruses and the guitar solos that are discussed, but sometimes the rhythm section can be just as exciting.
News | Antisemitism Watch
Pro-Israel stage protester says Roger Waters' guards threatened to break his neck
Marcel L., who rushed stage with Israeli flag at Frankfurt show, alleges violence by security; singer says act was 'unnerving,' as German police probe him for antisemitism
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
Take your guitar solos to the next level with these genre-spanning tips
Soloing ideas for lead guitar in rock, blues, acoustic, metal and more to make you a better player now
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Berlin police investigate Roger Waters for possible incitement over concert outfit
Police in Berlin say they have opened an investigation of Roger Waters on suspicion of incitement over a costume the Pink Floyd co-founder wore when he performed in the German capital last week. Images on social media showed Waters firing an imitation mac
Music | Music
Tina Turner's Life in Photos
Known for being a powerhouse on stage, Tina Turner's 50-year career was one of the most prolific in music history. Following her death at age 83 on May 24, take a look back at her life in photos
Entertainment | Music
Tina Turner - Acid queen. (Tommy) (1975)
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Entertainment | Television/Film/Books
The Right Sound of Glenn Miller and James Stewart
James Stewart’s essence is captivating. Even in his darker roles, such as “Scottie” in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1958 “Vertigo,” we can’t help but feel some measure of…
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Tina Turner, trailblazing 'Queen of Rock 'n' Roll,’ dies at 83
Tina Turner, the exuberant, heel-stomping, wild-haired rock goddess, has died.
Music | Music
Remembering Bob Dylan’s cover of The Beatles song ‘Things We Said Today’
“I’m in awe of McCartney.”
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
5 easy ways to create complex sounds from simple chords
Using open strings to embellish your chord work can yield magical results
Humor | Humor
We Look Back On When Jimi Hendrix Forgot The Words To The National Anthem
It’s been over fifty years since the legendary Woodstock Festival, but even half a century cannot erase the memories of Jimi Hendrix forgetting the words to “The Star Spangled Banner.”
Science & Technology | Tech
Three 80s Technologies That Transformed Modern Audio Production
It’s hard to overestimate the effect some innovations have had on modern
audio production. Here are three that have gone from once held studio
wishes to commonplace tech in our every day work.
Music | Music
Paul McCartney's favourite covers of The Beatles
Revisiting comments made over the years by Paul McCartney about his all time favourite covers of The Beatles, including tracks by Marvin Gaye and Elvis Presley.
Music | Music
Ringo Starr talks All-Starr tour, why he won't write Beatles memoir
Ahead of his All-Starr tour, Ringo Starr talks favorite drummers, his disinterest in writing a memoir and whose coat he wore on that rooftop in 1969.
Science & Technology | Apps I Like
The Best Music Streaming Apps to Get Your Groove On
Plunge into the stream with the best apps to discover music, share it among friends, and rock out.
Music | Music
Relive MTV's First Two Hours on the Air in Real Time
MTV launched at 12:01 a.m. on August 1, 1981. Now you can relive the first two hours of the music network's existence.
Music | Music
The Pretenders Announce New Album 'Relentless,' Share First Single 'Let the Sun Come In'
Chrissie Hynde and company’s first LP in three years features a collaboration with Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood
Politics | Politics
Springsteen’s New ‘Glory Days’: Anthem of the Elite
Since attaining eminence, Bruce Springsteen has come to represent the same national virtues invoked in Steven Spielberg’s films and Barack Obama’s speeches.
Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices
How Music Affects Your Brain | Time
Susan Magsamen explores how music has the power to transform and enhance our brains.
Visual Arts | Art & Design
What do The Beatles mean to artists today? Here’s how 30 illustrators see the band
RoomFifty co-founder and Beatles super fan Leon Edler curates and presents Beatles-themed artworks from Stan Chow and Wei Hsuan Chen to Paul Blow.
Humor | Humor
We Revisit Trace Adkins’ “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” Because Our Flight Is Delayed in the Nashville Airport
Whether you’re a fan of country music or not, there’s no denying the musical talent and songwriting skills of countless country artists from the past century. From Johnny Cash to Dolly Parton, Kenny Chesney to Shania Twain, the genre has made a marked
Entertainment | Music
Bikini Kill at the 2022 Mosswood Meltdown July 3, 2022
Bikini Kill at the 2022 Mosswood Meltdown July 3, 2022
Music | Music
AI Recreates Lennon and McCartney Solo Songs as Beatles Tunes
AL-generated versions of Paul McCartney's 'New' and John Lennon's 'Grow Old With Me' were released in April 2023.
Music | Music
Gordon Lightfoot Dead: ‘If You Could Read My Mind’ & ‘Sundown’ Singer Was 84
Gordon Lightfoot, the honey-voiced Canadian singer-songwriter who had giant U.S. hits with “If You Could Read My Mind,” “Sundown” and “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgera…
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Almost 60% of musicians are already using AI in their productions, study suggests
28.5% say that they’ll never use it, though
Entertainment | Music
Rolling Stones 1965 09 11 Halle Münsterland, Münster Colorized
Please Read Description !Hello everybody. The video you are watching above is my most popular video in my library. This has been skyrocketing in views and I...
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Part.1, The Rolling Stones 1968: Keith Richards in Making of Sympathy For The Devil
The Rolling Stones 1968Making of "Sympathy For The Devil"Part 2: https://youtu.be/aH_7e_j1jaUPart 3: https://youtu.be/ZzhwzxIdQzUThe Rolling Stones' "Sympath...
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The Jewish Agency for Israel: Watch Ma Nishma, Israel
The Jewish Agency for Israel: Watch Ma Nishma, Israel The Story. To celebrate Israel’s 75th birthday, The Jewish Agency for Israel and Z3 Project partnered with Shaanan Streett, the frontman of HaDag Nahash, one of Israel’s most popular and influ
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5 best Apple Music tracks to try spatial audio on speakers and headphones
Still not convinced by spatial audio? Here's my pick of the best Apple Music tracks to show off the audio format's potential.
Business & Finance | Business
What Entrepreneurs Can Learn from The Beatles
Here's what The Beatles can teach entrepreneurs about building successful businesses and unlocking new levels of innovation.
Science & Technology | Science
How Music Can Prevent Cognitive Decline
Listening to or practicing music had positive implications on cognitive decline in older adults by stimulating the production of gray matter in key brain areas, a new study reveals.
Music | Music
Three songs that The Rolling Stones ripped off The Beatles
The Rolling Stones may have carved out their own niche these days, but their early days have songs that cribbed notes from The Beatles.
Music | Music
385,000 Vintage 78 RPM Records in Online Archive for Free
Relive eras past with the sounds of digitized 78 RPM records from Billie Holiday's hits to those of young Frank Sinatra.
Music | Music News
The 1973 Paul McCartney TV Special is not only the most ’70s thing you’ll ever see, it’s a fascinating snapshot of a post-Beatles McCartney
50 years ago, the James Paul McCartney TV special hit the screens. Born out of acrimony, and panned by critics, it’s a flawed but fascinating insight into McCartney’s mindset
Music | Music
10 albums from the 1980s that changed rock history
The '70s might have been when rock came into its own, but the genre underwent a sea change when these albums came out.
Humor | Humor
Voices in Brian Wilson’s Head Celebrate 60th Year of Telling Him His Car Sucks and He Can’t Surf
The cacophony of voices only audible to Beach Boys legend Brian Wilson today celebrated their 60th year of constantly insulting his car, surfing abilities, and loyalty to his high school.
Music | Music
Earliest recording of UK show by The Beatles found
The earliest known full recording of The Beatles playing a live show in the UK has been found almost exactly 60 years after it was made.
Entertainment | Music
The Dark Side Of The 90s: Grunge and the Seattle Sound
#grunge #90s #nirvana #soundgarden #pearljam #seattle #aliceinchains #punk #metal #rock
Music | Music
Upcoming Releases: All The New Albums Coming Out In April 2023
A handy list of all the noteworthy albums that will be released this month.
Music | Music
How to stream every performance at Coachella live on YouTube
YouTube will be streaming live from six stages at Coachella 2023 - here's what you need to know to watch your favorite artists.
Music | Music
The Beatles’ ‘Red’ And ‘Blue’ Albums at 50: Celebrating the Greatest ‘Greatest Hits’ Records Ever
The Beatles Red and Blue Albums: The Greatest Hits Album Ever Made
Music | Music
YouTube will livestream all six Coachella stages across both weekends
YouTube announced today that it will be livestreaming all six stages during both weekends of Coachella for the first time.
Music | Music
Buddy Guy - Baby Please Don't Leave Me
Buddy GuyBaby Please Don't Leave MeAlbum : Sweet Tea
Entertainment | Music
Straight male rockers are donning frocks to protest anti-drag bills: 'If my job is to wear a dress to help, then I'll wear a dress all day.'
Guster, Yo La Tengo and Vandoliers are playing gigs in drag as a "respectful way for a bunch of smelly straight dudes to protest" and "show solidarity with our many friends."
Books | Books
Paul McCartney's Upcoming Book, Photo Exhibition Captures Cusp of Beatlemania
“Millions of eyes were suddenly upon us, creating a picture I will never forget for the rest of my life,” says Paul McCartney in his upcoming book, 1964: Eyes of the Storm, out June 13. Videos by American Songwriter Videos by American Songwriter The book,
Advice & Self-Help | Advice
The Best Time to Buy Concert Tickets
There is a way to get those elusive tickets without the opening-day frenzy and having to empty your bank account—it all comes down to knowing when to buy concert tickets.
News | News
Afroman put home footage of a police raid in music videos. Now the cops are suing him
Afroman speaks out about being sued by officers who raided his home: NPR
Miscellaneous | Chicagoey Stuff
The Pitchfork Music Festival 2023 lineup is here
The annual summer music festival will return to Union Park in July with headliners The Smile, Big Thief and Bon Iver.
Miscellaneous | Other Stuff
DNA From Beethoven's Hair Reveals a Surprise Almost 200 Years Later : ScienceAlert
One stormy Monday in March, 1827, the German composer Ludwig von Beethoven passed away after a protracted illness.
Music | Music
Mammoth WVH - Another Celebration at the End of the World (Official Music Video)
Stream the new single “Another Celebration at the End of the World” here: https://mammothwvh.lnk.to/AnotherCelebrationAtTheEndOfTheWorldThe new album ‘Mammot...
Music | Music
The Beatles: Abbey Road, throat lozenges, and the frenetic making of Please Please Me
On the 60th anniversary of ‘Please Please Me’, Mark Beaumont takes a deeper look into the 12 hours and £400 spent making the legendary debut that lit the fuse for Beatlemania and ignited rock’n’roll’s second phase
Humor | Humor
Black Metal Parents Keep Pestering Daughter to Give Them Grandkids to Sacrifice
Local black metal parents Suzanne and Dmitri Ubnatern are persistent in asking their 30-year-old daughter to give them grandchildren to metaphorically sacrifice.
Music | Music
Introducing the Ultimate Music Guide to The Yardbirds
The Yardbirds, who gave rise to Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page. From the Marquee, via psychedelic sonics, all the way to Led Zeppelin.
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
How to start playing rockabilly guitar now
An accessible intro lesson to take you back to a golden age
Humor | Humor
We Sat Down With the Remaining Members of Poison, Which Turns Out Is All of Them
Whether it’s “Talk Dirty to Me,” “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” or “Nothin’ But a Good Time,” chances are you’re familiar with iconic glam rockers, Poison. The Hard Times was lucky enough to score an exclusive interview with these legends.
Music | Music
‘Who Are You’: The Who, That’s Who, On Signature 1978 Hit
On August 26, 1978, ‘Who Are You’ made its US chart debut for The Who, on its way to becoming their biggest hit there for eight years.
Music | Music
How Jeff Beck changed guitar music forever
Guitar’s own Pablo Picasso, Jeff Beck was the guitar hero’s guitar hero, whose pioneering style hot-wired the instrument and made it succumb to his spell
News | News
Explore Israel: A Unique Blend of History, Culture & Natural Beauty
Explore Israel: A Unique Blend of History, Culture & Natural Beauty Israel is a country that offers a unique and exciting travel experience. With its rich history, beautiful landscapes, delicious cuisine, and vibrant culture, it is no wonder that Israel i
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
“Rockabilly Is so Near and Dear to My Heart”: Brian Setzer Reveals the Legendary Artists and Guitar Gear That Helped Define His Signature Sound
“I’ve always done what I’ve wanted, and it’s worked out,” says the Stray Cats frontman
Music | Music
Iconic TV show The Midnight Special is now on YouTube and it promises to be a classic rock goldmine
The Midnight Special celebrates its 50th anniversary by launching with dozens of clips featuring Fleetwood Mac, David Bowie, Tina Turner, Rod Stewart with Keith Richards and more
Music | Music
10 great songs that were wasted on bad albums
There are plenty of albums that are trainwrecks from start to finish, but these songs from Paul McCartney and the likes had the right idea for a little while.
Music | Music
Gary Rossington, original Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist, dead at 71
"Sweet Home Alabama" musician Gary Rossington died Sunday. The Lynyrd Skynyrd founding member was one of more than a dozen people to survive 1977 plane crash.
Music | Music
John Fogerty Recounts His Epic Journey to Finally Control His Classic Creedence Songs: ‘Good Things Come to Those Who Wait’ — for 55 Years
John Fogerty recounts the journey from him signing away rights to his Creedence songs in the '60s to a recent deal to finally control that catalog.
Music | Music
Lighting Up the Sky
GODSMACK have been together since the mid-1990s, and in that time, they've notched a massive 25 top 10 rock radio hits, 18 of which made it into the top five. It's a rare feat, and what's even more unique is that the guys are still deliveri
Entertainment | Music
5 Nina Simone songs that shook the world | The Colorado Sound
Celebrating the music of Nina Simone in five impactful songs.
Entertainment | Music
THE VOLUPTUOUS HORROR OF KAREN BLACK - Live in Toronto, 1994, FULL SHOW! Opera House, June 1, 1994
The Voluptuous Horror Of Karen Black - Live @ The Opera House, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, June 1, 1994. Shot by Rick Scullion, Punk Rick's Videos. http://www....
Music | Music
Listen to Brian Jones' isolated guitar on 'Get off My Cloud'
Listen to Brian Jones' melodic isolated lead guitar tracks from The Rolling Stones' third UK number-one single from 1965, 'Get off My Cloud'.
Miscellaneous | Interesting stories
‘Unsung hero’: the baker and activist whose death inspired calls for restorative justice
After Jen Angel’s shocking death, loved ones honor her legacy of punk zines, gourmet dinner nights and social justice projects
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
Single coils vs humbuckers: Which pickup type is right for you? | Guitar World
They both offer a unique flavor of guitar tone, but is one pickup really better than the other? We deep dive into the debate
Music | Music
What guitar strings did the Beatles use? Investigating the flatwound vs roundwound debate | Guitar World
Just what did George Harrison, John Lennon and Paul McCartney string their guitars with – and when did they make the switch from flatwounds to roundwounds?
Music | Music
How to replicate the Beatles’ classic tones using today’s affordable guitars, basses and effects pedals
Because sourcing the vintage gear is almost impossible, financially and practically, we've put together a list of gear that's on the market today that will help you nail the Fab Four's sound
Music | Vinyl Records
How Vinyl Records Are Made at Third Man Pressing
Wired visited Jack White's Third Man Pressing in Detroit, Michigan, to learn more about the work that goes into making a vinyl record.
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The Genius of Burt Bacharach in 12 Songs
During their commercial peak in the 1960s, the songs of Burt Bacharach (who passed away today at 94) and lyricist Hal David were so commercially successful and ubiquitous that they were often categ…
News | News
Burt Bacharach, sophisticated Jewish hitmaker of the '60s and '70s, dies at 94
Acclaimed composer turned out a string of hits like 'Walk on By' and 'I Say a Little Prayer' with longtime lyricist partner Hal David, a fellow Jewish New Yorker
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Best Atlantic Records Soul Albums: 20 Thrillers From The Home Of Soul
The best Atlantic Records soul albums not only invented soul music, they shaped it over decades, making history with each new record.
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
Why Jeff Beck switched from a Les Paul to a Strat
The late guitar hero first began transitioning to the model with which he would become synonymous during the recording of his 1969 album, Beck-Ola
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Get Back: Songs From the Documentary That Were Finished Later
The following list contains songs that were played by the band in the documentary, but not finished in time for the Let It Be album.
Humor | Humor
What Punk Documentary Interviewee Needs You to Understand Is That at This Point Reagan Was in the White House
Prominent documentary talking head Gareth “Rubber Duck” Wayne is repeatedly reminding everyone that, at the point of the story he is telling, Ronald Reagan was in the White House.
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
How the Beatles crafted the guitar and bass tones that forever changed the sound of rock music | Guitar World
We chart the evolution of the Fab Four's sound through the key tracks and the gear that made them
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The Beatles’ Rooftop Concert: Behind The Group’s Final Public Performance
In their final public performance, The Beatles made history playing on top of the Apple Studios, becoming the most famous rooftop concert of all time.
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How Hamburg changed The Beatles forever
Here, we'll be exploring how The Beatles' trips to Hamburg and their experiences in clubs like The Indra opened up a world of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll.
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Different Drum: The Who Stateside Without Keith Moon
On September 10 and 11, 1979, in Passaic, New Jersey, The Who hit the States without Keith Moon, in their first US concerts since his death.
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England Swings: How the UK Mods Bridged Blues, 60s Rock, 70s Punk, and 80s Pop
The UK Mods were remarkably expansive in their musical taste. This feature explains how and why this came to be.
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Original Yardbirds Guitarist, Top Topham, Dead At 75
Top Topham, the original lead guitar player of The Yardbirds has died. The blues guitarist, who was born Anthony Topham, was 75. Along with Keith Relf, Paul Samwell-Smith, Chris Dreja and Jim McCarty, Topham formed The Yardbirds in London in May 1963. How
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Dolly Parton and Paul McCartney to cover 'Let It Be'
Dolly Parton has revealed that she will join Paul McCartney this year for a cover of The Beatles’ classic break-up song ‘Let It Be’.
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Rarely Seen Photographs of a Very Young David Crosby From the 1960s ~ Vintage Everyday
David Crosby, a folk rock pioneer and one of the founding members of The Byrds and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, has died, his family announced Thursday. He was 81.
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David Crosby Dead: The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash Founder Was 81
Singer-songwriter-guitarist David Crosby, a founding member of hugely influential '60s rock units the Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, has died at 81.