Chess Records: Phil, Lenny, & Stolen Loot
Rock fans can thank Chess Records for exposing future groups to American blues artists. But then, there are iffy questions about money.
What’s The Common Thread Among the Most Influential Rock Groups?
We all know about how American blues and early rock influenced some great groups. But what about some other surprising other musical genres?
Elvis Presley: The Non-Musician’s Musician
Elvis Presley has long been considered an influence on just about every rock star. But what kind of musician was he — really?
A Real-Life Kind of “Jailhouse Rock”
Several artists found that a little time behind bars sharpened not just their survival instincts but their musical craft.
John and Yoko and Mike Douglas
Mike Douglas hosted the quintessential daytime chat show. A new documentary explores how guest hosts John Lennon and Yoko Ono shook it up.