Roger Waters, former member of Pink Floyd, has ended his publishing arrangement with BMG, the record label he partnered with in 2016. This decision arose after BMG appointed Thomas Coesfeld as CEO on July 1st, 2023. Notably, Waters’ latest rendition of Pink Floyd’s iconic album, The Dark Side of the Moon, was not released through … Read more
In a mesmerizing fusion of musical genres, the iconic Tracy Chapman joined forces with country sensation Luke Combs for a spellbinding rendition of Chapman’s timeless 1988 classic, “Fast Car,” captivating audiences during the illustrious Grammy Awards ceremony on Sunday night. As the curtains rose on the 66th Annual Grammy Awards in the vibrant city of … Read more
In the realm of rock and roll royalty, Tom Petty stood out as not just a musical icon, but as one of the most authentically kind souls to grace the stage. His departure in 2017 left a void felt deeply by loved ones and fans alike, mourning the loss of a genuinely caring and remarkable … Read more
Amidst an atmosphere pulsating with anticipation and reverence, Jon Bon Jovi electrified the audience as he unveiled his latest musical creation, “Legendary,” during the prestigious 2024 MusiCares awards ceremony on a Friday evening. Ascending the stage to accept the coveted MusiCares Person of the Year Gala accolade, Jon Bon Jovi found himself enveloped in a … Read more
Dave Grohl, once the drummer for Nirvana and now the frontman of Foo Fighters, has always been open about his musical influences, particularly his deep admiration for The Beatles. Among the Fab Four, Grohl singles out George Harrison as his favorite, drawn to Harrison’s unique sense of melody. In a BBC Radio 2 interview commemorating … Read more
Lemmy, the rock legend, lived and breathed music from the moment he hit the stage. Whether with Hawkwind or Motörhead, he shaped heavy metal and hard rock with his distinctive gravelly voice and high-held microphone. Despite the acclaim for albums like “Ace of Spades,” Lemmy confessed that much of the material wasn’t as good as … Read more
Stepping onto the illustrious stage of the 2024 Grammy Awards, the legendary 74-year-old Billy Joel graced the audience with a remarkable performance of his latest pop creation, “Turn the Lights Back On.” This marked a significant foray for Joel into the realm of new pop music, a departure from his established classics that have resonated … Read more
Joni Mitchell, the venerable music icon boasting an illustrious career with nearly six decades of Grammy triumphs, took the Grammy stage for the first time this past Sunday. The audience was treated to a mesmerizing rendition of her timeless classic, “Both Sides, Now,” backed by a stellar ensemble that included the likes of Brandi Carlile, … Read more
In the extensive tapestry of rock and roll history, there’s a pivotal moment where Keith Richards shrugged off concerns about others’ opinions of his musical preferences. While some argue he never cared from the start, Keef was notorious for bluntly expressing when he thought something was subpar or when a tune wasn’t coming together in … Read more
Joni Mitchell Shines at the 2024 Grammys In an awesome showcase of her musical brilliance, Joni Mitchell won the prestigious 2024 Grammy Award for Best Folk Album with her electrifying live recording, “Joni Mitchell at Newport.” Beating out tough competition from Dom Flemons, the Milk Carton Kids, Nickel Creek, Old Crow Medicine Show, Paul Simon, … Read more