Desmond Child said in a recent interview with Songfacts that the reason grunge bands, like Nirvana, looked down on stage was not fashion, but rather a result of their poor guitar playing. This comment was made about how the grunge movement, which was just getting started, overshadowed Ratt’s 1990 album “Detonator,” which Child co-wrote and … Read more
Billie Joe Armstrong made a daring change to the lyrics of Green Day’s popular song “American Idiot” at a New Year’s Eve concert to criticize the MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement. This incident happened on “Dick Clark New Year’s Rockin’ Eve,” which was broadcast nationwide. Armstrong sang the following at the show: “I’m not … Read more
In a recent conversation on Dean Delray’s Let There Be Talk podcast, Steve Vai hinted at the diminishing likelihood of a reunion with David Lee Roth’s band, especially in light of persistent rumors surrounding Roth’s retirement. Vai delved into a past moment when the prospect of reuniting seemed plausible, recalling: “There was a period where … Read more
The Darkness posted a reply video to his YouTube account titled “Now This Is F***king Cool.” In expressing his respect for Sleep Token, Justin Hawkins emphasized the importance of their contribution to the direction of rock music. The performer stated, elaborating on his affection for Sleep Token: “I love Sleep Token. I love the anonymity … Read more
This weekend, Morrissey, the frontman of the former Smiths, was scheduled to perform two gigs in California. But later on, it was announced that the performances would not go forward because of “unforeseen circumstances,” which turned out to be health problems. It was recently made public that the musician has been looking for medical supervision. … Read more
Each guitarist possesses a distinct dialect when conversing with their instrument. The path to mastering the guitar is as varied as the artists themselves, with some pushing the boundaries of the instrument, while others revel in the art of limitation. Eddie Van Halen, renowned for expanding the horizons of guitar playing, held a profound admiration … Read more
Each member of The Rolling Stones has been a pivotal factor in their success, but they wouldn’t be anywhere near the band that they are without resident riff-master Keith Richards. His ability on the guitar has led to some of the band’s biggest hits, such as ‘Satisfaction’ ‘Jumpin Jack Flash’, and ‘Paint It Black’. However, … Read more
Embarking on the journey to musical greatness often entails navigating through a labyrinth of errors and mishaps. Amidst the virtuosos who effortlessly grasp their art, there exists a cohort who dedicate years to their instruments before ascending to the pinnacles of the industry. Jimmy Page, long before the inception of Led Zeppelin, invested considerable hours … Read more
Metallica’s guitarist and ardent horror aficionado, Kirk Hammett, has embarked on a new and intriguing project, weaving together music and storytelling. In a unique venture, he has not only penned a fictional narrative titled “I Have to Get Rid of This Guitar I Found,” but he has also provided a soundtrack to accompany the eerie … Read more
After departing Canada in 1965, Joni Mitchell firmly entrenched herself as an accomplished singer-songwriter within the vibrant East Coast folk scene. Her performances in folk clubs spanning from New York City and Philadelphia to Boston and Fort Bragg, North Carolina, not only elevated her standing among peers but also brought her into the orbit of … Read more