The musical odyssey of brothers Tom Fogerty (born in 1941) and John Fogerty (born in 1945) commenced in the late 1950s, leading to a collaboration with Stu Cook and Doug Clifford in 1959. Initially, they went by The Blue Velvets and The Golliwogs before evolving into Creedence Clearwater Revival in 1968. This lineup persevered until … Read more
In the middle of the continuing scandal surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case, Ted Nugent recently commented on Instagram in favor of Donald Trump, drawing criticism from certain followers. The singer’s tweet was typed on an image of Epstein and said: “Fact: Trump should get your vote just for his war on pedophiles and sex trafficking … Read more
As the 1990s dawned, Guns N’ Roses stood as the epitome of rock’s rebellious spirit. Despite the impending decline of traditional rock in the face of the burgeoning alternative scene, aspiring guitarists sought to replicate Slash’s nightly performances, where he skillfully blended blues influences akin to iconic rock figures like Joe Perry and Eric Clapton. … Read more
Crafting a song, at times, proves to be a prolonged and intricate process. Even seasoned artists face challenges, grappling with creative stumbling blocks that hinder the perfect realization of a track. In the realm of music creation, even iconic bands like The Beatles encountered moments when a song almost eluded their mastery. During the nascent … Read more
ZZ Top has always been a touring band and plans to continue touring in the United States and Europe in 2024. Since Dusty Hill died in 2021, the group, made up of Billy Gibbons, Elwood Francis, and Frank Beard, will play most dates in the U.S. with co-headliner Lynyrd Skynyrd. In Europe, the band performs … Read more
In the seismic shift of the 1970s rock scene, Queen emerged as a torchbearer poised to redefine the genre. While echoes of The Beatles and Led Zeppelin resonated in their harmonies and colossal riffs, it was Freddie Mercury’s unparalleled spirit that elevated him to legendary frontman status. His dynamic stage presence, transforming into different personas … Read more
The enigmatic Freddie Mercury, the charismatic frontman of Queen, left an indelible mark on the world of rock ‘n’ roll, becoming an archetype that remains unparalleled. Despite numerous attempts to emulate Mercury’s showmanship, he stands as irreplaceable. Yet, in a hypothetical scenario, if given the chance, Mercury would have readily traded places with Robert Plant … Read more
Rolling Stones’ Keith Richards appears in a new exclusive interview with Guitar Player. The rocker disclosed the one tune that bandmate Mick Jagger attempted to take from him while talking about the group’s upcoming album, “Hackney Diamonds.” Richards Got Different Comments About His Voice in the Album It seems that not only did Richards sing … Read more
Ringo Starr discussed his part in The Beatles in a recent interview with AARP The Magazine. He was questioned in the interview if he could serve as the group’s unifying factor. He responded, “No, I was the glue. That’ll be in big letters: ‘I was the glue, says Ringo.’ George was the first one to … Read more
In a recent interview with The Guardian, Liam Gallagher vehemently rejected the assertions put forth by his sibling, Noel Gallagher, regarding the catalysts leading to the disintegration of Oasis. Liam posits that Noel had always harbored aspirations of a solo career, substantiating his claim with references to Noel’s solo performances amid Oasis tours. Liam contends … Read more