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.
Of Hits and Hitmen: The Gary S. Paxton Story
Gary Paxton had great “ears” when it came to producing hits. But his wild personal life was both colorful –and dangerous.
Hit It and Quit It: Hail to the Lady Drummers!
As early as 1925, women were behind the drum kits, keeping time for their pop bandmates. A look at some legendary lady drummers.
Thom Bell: He Rang In the Hits
Thom Bell has been called “the black Burt Bacharach” — and for very good reason. The string of hits he’s written and produced is impressive.
