Music | Music

“Each piece in the collection tells a story.” Jim Isray’s $1 billion guitar collection is headed to auction with instruments once owned by Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, John Lennon and many others

Christie’s New York will hold a series of auctions in March, selling off the late businessman’s stash, once described as “the greatest guitar collection on Earth”

This entire collection ought to be in a museum.

Music | Music News

The Stray Cats Cancel Fall Tour Due to Brian Setzer's Illness

The Stray Cats have canceled their fall tour due to member Brian Setzer's 'serious illness.'

Politics | BDS

Radiohead should not cave in to vicious pro-Gaza bullies

It takes bravery to stand up to the intimidators

I always hated Thom Yorke, he’s a narcissistic lowlife who obviously very emotionally needy.

Science & Technology | Science & Technology

AirPods Pro 3 after one month: The most complicated upgrade yet

I upgraded to AirPods Pro 3 on day one, and my experience has been a little more complicated than I expected so far.

Music | Music

Ace Frehley, Kiss founding member and lead guitarist, dies at 74

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss who captivated audiences with his elaborate makeup and smoke-filled guitar, has died.

I was never a KISS fan. But they were part of anybody’s childhood who grew up in the 70s, like I did.

Music | Music News

KISS co-founder Ace Frehley on life support

Ace Frehley is said to have suffered a brain bleed after taking a fall in his studio last month, insiders revealed Thursday.

Music | Music News

Chris Dreja, Yardbirds co-founder, dead at 79

Chris Dreja founded the rock band the Yardbirds in 1963.

Music | Music

Brian Setzer selling stage-played vintage guitars on Reverb

Guitars from the late 1950s and 1960s feature as the rockabilly legend looks to find a new home for some of his gear

Music | Music News

How This '70s Rock Instrumental Became a #1 Hit

Songs like this one aren't usually chart-toppers.

Music | Music

Paul McCartney | You Gave Me the Answer: How do you deal with AI content?

We often get asked to comment on news stories about Paul which are circulating on social media, so how can Paul’s online followers sort the fact from the fiction?

Music | Music News

You Never Knew He Was THIS Nice: One Story That Proves Stevie Ray Vaughan Was More Than a Blues Legend (but an Incredible Human Being as Well)

A story of guitars, respect, and blues legends.

He always seemed nice.

Music | Music

Bobby Hart, Who Co-Wrote Monkees Smashes, the ‘Days of Our Lives’ Theme and His Own Hit as a Member of Boyce and Hart, Dies at 86

Bobby Hart died at age 86. With Tommy Boyce, he penned classics like 'Last Train to Clarksville' and themes for 'The Monkees' and 'Days of Our Lives.'

Music | Music

'The Beatles Anthology' Returns As Disney+ Docuseries; Albums And Book Reissued

A comprehensive reissue of 'The Beatles Anthology,' the multimedia trove that included music albums, a docuseries and later a coffee-table book, hits this fall.

They always put something out near my birthday. And, this year it’s on my actual birthday! This will be a present to myself!

Music | Music News

Is hi-fi really getting better? Our technical editor ponders its progression

What Hi-Fi?'s technical editor, Ketan Bharadia, ponders whether hi-fi design is truly progressing...

Music | Music News

“I just want it known I'm allowed to put four songs on the album, whatever happens.” John Lennon had a plan to keep the Beatles going into the 1970s. Paul McCartney rejected it. The rest is history

A last recorded meeting between Lennon, McCartney and George Harrison revealed how they might have carried on despite their growing differences

Music | Songs By Me

Cobalt Blue - Josh Namm

Provided to YouTube by TuneCoreCobalt Blue · Josh NammCobalt Blue℗ 2025 Josh NammReleased on: 2025-05-29Auto-generated by YouTube.

This is a blues style instrumental. When I was learning guitar, I was listening to a lot of Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, and all of the older blues guys-you can hear that here.

Music | Audio Equipment: SO Cool!

A Respected Hi-Fi Brand Just Released a Turntable That's Unexpectedly Affordable

The rising hi-fi brand's first-ever turntable is designed for aspiring audiophiles.

I want it.

Music | Songs By Me

Sea Cruise - Josh Namm

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When I was a kid, I wanted a record with a particular Chick Berry song, and ended up getting a rock n’ roll compilation at the only place I could bike to which sold records - a market in a strip mall down the street (I still have it!). That record had a ton of really famous songs, and one of them was “Sea Cruise” - by Frankie Ford. That song was on my head late last year, and I thought that not would be a good challenge to cover it. These are the results!

Music | Music

Taylor Swift Announces New Album 'The Life of a Showgirl'

Taylor Swift has announced new album 'The Life of a Showgirl' which marks her 12th LP.

Music | Music

The Bomboras - Live at the Surf Guitar 101 Festival, Long Beach, California - July 29, 2023

The Bomboras - Live at the Surf Guitar 101 Festival, Crystal Ballroom at the Golden Sails Hotel, Long Beach, California - July 29, 2023

Music | Songs By Me

Midnight in Redondo - Josh Namm

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This is a surf song. I really like the way this one came out.

Music | Songs By Me

Dizzy Miss Lizzy - Josh Namm

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This is one of the first things I did, I wish the vocals were better, but I’ve loved the Beatles since I was a kid, and this was one of my favorite songs. This was a cover item too, and it really showcased their rock n roll skills.

Music | Songs By Me

Movin' It - Josh Namm

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This is my first song with words. I
Mentioned Elvis in the song, and I’ve always liked Elvis - had the picture, so it had to be on the cover.

Music | Songs By Me

In a Lonely Place - Josh Namm

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I wrote this as a film noir style instrumental. Best listened to at dusk - with a martini.

Music | Songs By Me

Danger at Zuma - Josh Namm

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This is the first song I ever recorded or even wrote!

Music | Music

Chuck Mangione, 'Feels So Good' musician and bandleader, dead at 84 - ABC News

"Feels So Good" reached No. 4 on the Billboard singles chart in 1977.

Music | Music

'80s Musicians Who Were Really Weird People

A lot of people who create art are considered eccentric by mainstream society. That definitely rings true for these '80s musicians who were really weird people.

News | Antisemitism Watch

The anti-Semitism row tearing rock apart

Fiercely pro-Israel rocker David Draiman, who was booed at Black Sabbath’s final gig, is at the heart of an increasingly fraught conflict

It’s not just rock, it’s all of entertainment because entertainment is dominated by leftists, and leftists hate Jews.

Music | Music

Steve Miller Band cancels North American tour due to extreme weather risks

Steve Miller Band cancels their 31-date North American tour due to extreme weather risks including heat, flooding, tornadoes, hurricanes and forest fires.

This is absurd, and clearly untrue. I saw him about eight years ago, and should have gone again when I had the chance.

Music | Music

Connie Francis, ‘Pretty Little Baby’ and ‘Who’s Sorry Now’ Singer, Dies at 87

Ms. Francis, who had a natural way with a wide variety of material, ruled the charts with songs like “Who’s Sorry Now” and “Where the Boys Are.”

Music | Music

1995 show by surf rock legends in Hermosa Beach brought to life on new album

‘Legends of Surf Guitar’ is a long-lost recording of a star-studded show at the Lighthouse Cafe 30 years ago.

I wasn’t at this show, but I was at a similar show at the SM Pier. The surf (and blues) scene was huge in the 90s. Sadly, there have been no similar music revivals since - because today’s millennial/Gen Z driven music scene has no connection, AT ALL, to the past. We did - it was all old music already when we were in our 20s, and you can also add the swing revival to that list.

Side note: I was taught how to do the intro to “Pipeline” by Brian Carman - also in the 90s!

Science & Technology | Technology

We’ve Tried Dozens of Wireless Bluetooth Headphones. These Are Our Top 5.

Need a reliable, long-lasting, and gorgeous pair of Bluetooth headphones? The editors at Esquire have tested and reviewed dozens—these are their top picks.

Music | Music

Paul McCartney Plots Fall North American Tour!

Paul McCartney is showing no signs of slowing down. Paul McCartney is showing no signs of slowing down.

I added the exclamation mark. I can’t wait.

Entertainment | Leonard Nimoy

Spock Rocks: Leonard Nimoy’s odd music career

Check out these unusual spoken word and musical albums from Leonard Nimoy and how they came to be!

Music | Music

If You Love Becoming Led Zeppelin On Netflix As Much As I Do, Here Are Eight Rock Documentaries To Watch On The Streamer

A selection of rock and roll documentaries available on Netflix, like Trainwreck: Woodstock ‘99, and Keith Richards: Under the Influence

Music | Music

Bob Dylan, Carole King, Keith Richards and more celebs react to the death of Brian Wilson

Carole King, John Cusack, Sean Ono Lennon, Ronnie Wood, Nancy Sinatra and more celebrities are sharing their sorrow on the death of Brian Wilson.

Music | Music

Brian Wilson Dead: Beach Boys Co-Founder & Singer Was 82

Brian Wilson died June 11 at 82. Read an obituary on the iconic but troubled Beach Boys co-founder and singer who was considered a genius of rock 'n' roll.

Music | Music News

Rick Derringer Dies: “Hang On Sloopy” & “Rock And Roll, Hootchie Koo” Singer-Guitarist Was 77

Rick Derringer, who had a No. 1 hit with The McCoys in "Hang on Sloopy" and created a rock staple in "Rock and Roll, Hootchie Koo" died May 26. He was 77.

Music | Music News

The Who's Zak Starkey Fired Again, Claims He Was Asked To Say He Quit

As The Who prepares to embark on their North American farewell tour, the 60-year old rock group's saga with drummer Zak Starkey continues.

I ain’t be going to this tour.

Music | Music

Return Of The King: A Special Elvis Presley Concert Event In Las Vegas

In 1969 Elvis Presley made music history with his "Las Vegas Comeback Tour." Now the same venue is doing a historically accurate recreation of his show, song by song

Music | Music

“Muddy Waters and BB King, I knew ’em before they passed away, and they told me, ‘Man, if you outlive me, just try to keep the blues alive’”: Buddy Guy is still on the road – and he’s back on the big screen in Michael B. Jordan’s Sinners

Guy feels the weight of responsibility to continue carrying the torch for the blues – and ensure that the genre’s pioneers are known to younger generations

Keeping the blues alive.

Music | Music

What does 'remastering' an album actually mean?

Everything you wanted to know about (re-)mastering audio, but were afraid to ask. Audio engineers help explain the art and science.

Music | Music

Cassette tapes make a comeback at the first-ever NYC Tape Fair in Bushwick on April 27

Cassette and VHS tapes once ruled the world of entertainment — but, just a half-century after they came on the scene, they’ve largely gone the way of the dodo. In 2025, digital media is king. Online streaming services have libraries larger than any Bl

Music | Music

An introduction to John Lee Hooker in nine essential albums

Of all the postwar blues giants, John Lee Hooker was the rock star. The bluesman’s rebel streak was already in evidence when – aged just 14 – he ran away from the Mississippi farm of his childhood and

Entertainment | Television/Film/Books

Backbeat: The Beatles 'biopic' released 34 years before Sam Mendes' planned picture

The 1994 film focused on Stuart Sutcliffe and the band’s time in Hamburg

I love this movie. I saw it in the theater when it first came out, as I was just beginning to learn guitar, and it, and the soundtrack, inspired me to want to form a Beatles band with this kind of energy. It should be a far more better known music biopic (weirdly, none of which are great films). I have serious doubts that the amended film will even live up to it.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help

Philharmonic Society | Israel Philharmonic Orchestra with Lahav Shani

Founded in 1936, the Israel Philharmonic has hosted the world’s greatest conductors and soloists, as well as many young talents from Israel and abroad. Tonight they perform a spectacular program under the baton of its Music Director Lahav Shani.

Music | Music

“I’m getting better day by day. The progress I’m making is excellent”: Brian Setzer says he’s recovering well after an autoimmune disease left him unable to play guitar

The Stray Cats’ rockabilly legend dreams of returning to the stage as soon as possible

Music | Music

Led Zeppelin - As Long as I Have You - Live in San Francisco, CA (April 27th 1969) BEST VERSION EVER

Music | Music

The Jam’s Rick Buckler Dies at 69 | Pitchfork

Buckler played drums in the British new wave outfit largely responsible for ushering in the mod revival of the late 1970s

Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets

Do Dogs Enjoy Music?

Some scientific evidence has shown that dogs exhibit calmer behavior while listening to soothing music.

Music | Music

Still Rules the World: Tears for Fears Celebrates 40th Anniversary of Songs From the Big Chair

Are you ready to feel old? Songs from the Big Chair by 1980s new wave band, Tears for Fears, is 40 years old. If you’re not familiar with the whole album, you’ve heard Everybody Wants to Rule World. The song was inescapable in 1985 and is a cultural touchstone for Gen Xers who grew up on MTV.

I can’t believe this was 40 years ago.

Music | Music

Roberta Flack dies at 88

Roberta Flack has died at 88. The Grammy-winning singer and pianist was known for her intimate vocal and musical style on “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and other hits.

Music | Music News

“I just remember her playing with a pick. I didn't care how she played, as long as she played the notes right”: Brian Wilson left his mark on the bass world through studio musicians, especially Carol Kaye, who he requested play his basslines note-for-note

In a rare interview, The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson reflected on bass playing, studio craft and his 2004 masterpiece, Smile

Music | Music

Every solo song John Lennon wrote for The Beatles

While songwriters never really stop, John Lennon felt that these demos from the Beatles days were worth fleshing out into full songs.

Music | Music News

Paul McCartney Announces Last-Minute New York Club Show

Paul McCartney announced a last-minute show at New York's Bowery Ballroom for Feb. 11, 2025.

Music | Music

‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ Is an Exhilarating, Hard-Rocking Documentary of the Band’s First 18 Months

'Becoming Led Zeppelin' is an explosive and exciting (if rose-colored) documentary of the band's origin story and meteoric rise to fame.

We watched it yesterday afternoon. Very interesting!

Music | Music News

“I said, ‘The only way we can play 40 minutes is if we include Purple Haze.’ This guy grabbed me and said, ‘You got a lot of nerve!’” Billy Gibbons once covered Jimi Hendrix hits while supporting Hendrix on tour – and the guitar hero watched

Few players would have had the nerves to cover Hendrix while supporting him on tour, but Gibbons is made of sterner stuff – and the bold move sparked a lasting friendship

Music | Music News

An Expert Explains the Difference Between Cheap and Expensive Phono Cartridges

Louis Dorio, the product specialist at Ortofon, breaks down one of the most vital components in any turntable setup.

Music | Music

The Beatles' "Now And Then" Wins Grammy for Best Rock Performance

The Beatles won Best Rock Performance at the 2025 Grammys for "Now and Then," marking their first Grammy win in 28 years.

Music | Music

JOE BONAMASSA And SAMMY HAGAR Unleash Fiery New Collaboration 'Fortune Teller Blues'

Blues-rock titan Joe Bonamassa and rock legend Sammy Hagar have teamed up for an electrifying new single, "Fortune Teller Blues", out now on all major streaming platforms. This powerhouse collaboration blends Bonamassa's searing guitar work with Haga

Music | Music

“I’m not saying I behaved that well, but I didn’t really do anything that terrible either”: '60s icon Marianne Faithfull has died aged 78

Singer, actress and inspiration for classic Rolling Stones songs

Music | Music

The Beatles Classic Paul McCartney Wishes He Could Re-Write

The songwriting mistake Paul McCartney wishes he could redo on the classic Beatles track "When I'm Sixty-Four."

News | News

The Maccabeats: Defying Gravity (We’ll Rise Above) | 2024 Hanukkah Anthem

The Maccabeats: Defying Gravity (We’ll Rise Above) | 2024 Hanukkah Anthem   Our founding member Mordy Prus, currently living in Israel, is raising vital funds for Israeli families. Scroll down for message from Mordy about his work, donate at this l

Music | Music

“We’ve been looking for it for 50 years, and I got it back”: Paul McCartney’s long-lost Höfner returns to the stage for the first time in 50 years, as he enlists Ronnie Wood and Ringo Starr for an epic tour finale

Macca’s original Höfner violin bass had been missing for half a century, but recently marked its return to the stage in style

I’ve waited for Paul to come on stage every time I’ve seen Ringo, and missed the LA show where Ringo got on stage at Paul’s concert at Dodger Stadium. It’s so cool that he got the Hornet back, and is now using it.

Music | Music

BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN | Official Trailer (2025)

Directed by: Bernard MacMahonWritten by: Bernard MacMahon and Allison McGourtyCast: Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, John BonhamBecoming Led Zeppel...

Really looking forward to seeing this.

Music | Music News

"They all lived on half a pigeon’s egg each in the morning": The extraordinary life of Bill Wyman: WW2 evacuee, RAF airman, hit solo artist, bandleader, author, restaurateur, archaeologist, cricketer and Rolling Stone

Former Rolling Stone Bill Wyman was born in 1936, a turbulent year of three kings, that saw Adolf Hitler’s alleged master race significantly whupped by Jesse Owens at the Berlin Olympics. Not being a

Music | Music

The Beatles' Ringo Starr says 'we're just musicians' as he issues Paul McCartney tour verdict

Paul McCartney is currently taking his 'Got Back' tour around the world

Entertainment | Film

10 Songs That Became Movies - SPIN

“The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia” was a strange hit in 1973. Riding the trend of kudzu noir that followed In the Heat of the Night, yet sung by From ‘Alice’s Restaurant’ to ‘Monster Mash,’ here are a few of our favorite songs that became films.

Music | Music News

Beatles ’64 Review: Martin Scorsese Chronicles First Trip to America

The Martin Scorsese–produced documentary reminds us that the frenzied response to the group’s arrival changed the trajectory of America, music, and the world.

Music | Music

Watch the trailer for Martin Scorsese's documentary, Beatles '64

The first trailer for Martin Scorsese's upcoming documentary for Disney+ called Beatles '64 has been released

Music | Music News

Quincy Jones Should Be Remembered for His Jazz, Not His Jackson

Quincy Jones, who died on November 3 aged 91, was the last major musician whose working life spanned the arc of 20th-century American music. Jones was born in 1933, only six years after Louis Armstrong recorded "Struttin’ With Some Barbeque," one of the H

Music | Music

Song from John Lennons last performance rediscovered

John Lennon’s last live performance in front of an audience took place at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City for the television program “Salute To Sir Lew – Master Showman” on April 1…

Wow!

Music | Music

Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with everyone from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, dies at 91

Jones' publicist, Arnold Robinson, says he died Sunday night at his home in the Bel Air section of Los Angeles, surrounded by his family.

Music | Music

“I went to Jimmy Page’s hometown. I’d walk the streets he walked and breathe the air he breathed… I even noticed the smell when it rained”: Akio Sakurai aka Mr. Jimmy has studied the Led Zeppelin icon for 43 years – and elevated tribute artist to high art

The star of the 2019 documentary reveals the one Page tone he can’t figure out, goes into incredible detail about pickups, and explains why there’s still one Gibson missing from his Page collection

Music | Music

Beatles documentary charting The Fab Four's first visit to the US is headed to Disney+ next month

Produced by Martin Scorsese and directed by David Tedeschi, Beatles '64 explores the band's American debut - and will include never-before-seen footage

Miscellaneous | Interesting Links

TIME WARP: 79 Photos That Scream Life in the '70s

Step back into the wild, rebellious 1970s with 79 unforgettable photos that capture the era's bold fashions, entertainment and everyday life.

Music | Music

Jon Kahn - Fighter (Official Music Video)

Follow Jon Kahn: https://www.instagram.com/jonkahnmusicFollow Baste Records: https://x.com/basterecords"Fighter" written by Jon Kahn and Chris Wallin.Lyrics:...

Music | Music

The Beatles announce 1964 US albums boxset, celebrating 60 years of global Beatlemania

The Beatles have announced a new boxset, comprised of their 1964 US albums and celebrating six decades of Beatlemania.

I pre-ordered mine.

Music | Music

Tito Jackson dead at 70, 'heartbroken' children confirm

Tito Jackson -- a member of The Jackson 5 and brother to Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson -- died aged 70, his children confirmed on social media.

Music | Music

How to Buy a Vintage Stereo That Looks as Good as It Sounds

A 1970s hi-fi system can improve the sound of your music and the look of your home. As the saying goes, “They don't make ’em like they used to.”

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in Los Angeles (9-6-2024 to 9-8-2024)

This September 6-8 in Los Angeles, check out a birthday bash for the Santa Monica Pier, The Last Repair Shop at Union Station, East Side Print Fair 2024, A Night in the Park in Burbank, Future Imaginaries at The Autry, the Los Angeles Kids Book Festival,

Music | Music

'Nuggets': How a compilation album changed rock forever

Exploring the lasting legacy of 'Nuggets: Original Artyfacts from the First Psychedelic Era, 1965–1968', published in 1973 by Lenny Kaye and Elektra Records.

Music | Music

A guide to turntable upgrades

Bringing your audio setup to the next level with the best speakers, catridges, matts, preamps, cables and more.

Music | Music

Aerosmith Retires From the Road and Cancels Farewell Tour

Aerosmith announced their official retirement from the road and the cancellation of their Peace Out farewell tour in August 2024.

Music | Music

John Mayall, influential Blues musician, has died at 90

John Mayall, a pioneering Blues musician who was recently announced as a 2024 inductee into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, has died. He was 90 years old.

Music | Music

When Muzak Met Grunge

Muzak was once a great musical institution, but it was already a punchline by the time the Seattle grunge scene landed in its offices.

Samples of the "Beautiful Music" radio station format and Muzak are becoming popular on YouTube with people of all ages.