Mike Smith: The Most Underrated Singer in Classic Rock?
Mike Smith’s powerful, soulful vocals helped put the Dave Clark Five right up against the Beatles. So why doesn’t he get more respect?
The Mosquitos: Rescuing Their Liverpool-via-Long Island Sound
The Mosquitos delivered a similar 60s power pop vibe as The Smithereens. Finally, this almost-lost ‘80s band gets its due
Rockeology: Old Yellow
There’s never been a guitar like this. Thousands of people played it, from a Beatle to Hall of Famers to Weekend Warriors. Learn more about one of rock’s coolest artifacts.
Arlene Smith Remembers Her “English Leather”
Arlene “Charlie” Smith met Mike Smith of the DC5 back in the 60s. Their unique story picked up again in the 90s. She shares it with us.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Lies”
Its catchy riffs and harmonies made folks think it was a Beatles tune. But this one-hit wonder was made….in New Jersey.