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.
Chip Taylor: One Swift Taylor
There’s another “Taylor” who made an impact on music. Chip Taylor wrote classics like “Wild Thing” and “Angel Of The Morning.”
Tina and Tracy: Punk Poetesses of the Bass
Tina Weymouth and Tracy Wormworth rocked the bass in fresh new ways. We look at their unique contributions.
“Kick Out the Amps!”
Whether out of frustration or by accident, some musicians find a whole new sound by messing up the tools of their trade. Some examples.
A Mount Rushmore…for Guitarists?
If there were a monument to some of the founders of rock guitar, which four would you pick? We have some suggestions on the subject.