The Ballad of John and Natalie
Decades apart, John Lennon and Natalie Maines spoke out — and their careers took a hit (at least temporarily). Talk about “cancel culture.”
Trini Lopez: The Most Important Man In Rock ‘n Roll?
His blend of Mexican music and rockabilly — plus his refusal to hide his background — made Trini Lopez a pioneer in more ways than one.
When Breaking Up Meant Big Bucks
The end of a relationship has inspired countless great songs. They’ve also resulted in some pretty epic albums. Here’s a selection.
John Cale and Todd Rundgren: The First Were The Best
John Cale and Todd Rundgren each had their own careers, but — as producers –they also worked their magic on several memorable debut albums.
The Almost Beatle: Colin Hanton
His drum set was the ticket to join The Quarrymen. Colin Hanton didn’t stick around long enough to become a Beatle, but he has some stories.