Ken Sharp: For the Love of Power Pop
Ken Sharp has taken his passion for “power pop” into writing books and creating some fun albums. Our latest interview delves into his inspirations.
Two Beatles Experts: 10 Beatlesque Bands
Squeeze, Crowded House, Electric Light Orchestra, Fountains of Wayne and Cheap Trick all made one list. Guess what showed up on the other one?
The Clear Appeal of Tinted Windows
If you like power pop in the vein of Cheap Trick, The Knack, Jellyfish, The Raspberries and Big Star, you should check out the relatively unheralded but hugely entertaining Tinted Windows.
Just How Crazy Did It Get with The Good Rats?
Marty Scott is resurrecting a record label and reminiscing about The Good Rats.
Cheap Trick: From Budokan to The Hall of Fame
After decades in music, Cheap Trick eventually made it into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Lead guitarist Rick Nielsen talks about the journey.