Arlene Smith Remembers Her “English Leather”
Arlene “Charlie” Smith met Mike Smith of the DC5 back in the 60s. Their unique story picked up again in the 90s. She shares it with us.
Rickenbacker’s Rock and Roll Legacy
The Rickenbacker guitar got a new lease on life when John Lennon discovered it. Its signature sound has since featured on many rock classics.
For Father’s Day, An Ode to Beatle Dads
The fathers of the future Fab Four played a variety of roles in shaping their sons’ music. Some were more helpful than others.
An Ode to Beatle Moms
These four moms helped change music history — and everything else — by raising the future Beatles.
10 Of The Quirkiest Rock Singers
They’re not the smoothest of crooners — and may butcher a few notes — but these quirky singers have left a mark on rock.