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The Hits That Almost Weren’t
We take these hits for granted now, but they could've as easily been lost in the reject pile. A story of close calls.
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Rock Bands and the Grammys: Where Were They?
At the Grammys, it seemed like the Rock category was sadly absent. Is it a sign of the times? Or something else?
The “Spoken Word Interlude”: Breaking Rock’s 4th Wall
For this writer, hearing singers "speak" versus sing was a mind blowing moment. Here are some of the best (and worst) of those interludes.
The Real Story Behind “The Devil’s Tritone”
Think of "the Devil's Tritone" as a kind of musical itching powder, designed to evoke a particular feeling. See which artists have used it!
How Rock Music Helped Bring Down the Berlin Wall
Thirty years ago, the Berlin Wall came down. How did Elvis, Elton, Metallica and more help contribute to that massive global event? A fascinating documentary details the role that rock music played.