Before Being Criticized, They Were Music Critics
A number of rock figures started their careers writing about other musicians. Once they hit it big, the tables turned.
10cc’s “I’m Not In Love”: The Backstory
The band rejected this song at first. But an ambitious “makeover” turned it into a huge hit – and one of the most unusual of the 70s.
Appreciating the Genius of James Jamerson
In the debut episode of the geek-fest, “Breaking It Down (with Jeff and John),” pro musicians John Montagna and Jeff Ganz go deep into the legacy of Motown bass legend James Jamerson.
6 Things You Didn’t Know About Woodstock
From a terrified Ravi Shankar to a break for a major American filmmaker, there are lots of cool things to still discover about Woodstock.
Departure Lounge: Rock Stars In the 80s
For veteran rock artists who’d made their mark in the 70s, the transition to the MTV-ruled 80s presented some challenges.