Few accolades in the realm of music rival the honor of having an iconic artist like George Harrison craft a song specifically with another musician in mind. The thought of passing up the opportunity to immortalize one of Harrison’s compositions in a recording might seem unfathomable, but Eric Clapton, a close friend of Harrison, made … Read more
The tumultuous 1960s witnessed a seismic shift in the landscape of rock music, particularly in the United Kingdom, where innovative groups like The Yardbirds were skillfully merging rhythm and blues nuances with the raw energy of rock and roll. The disbandment of The Yardbirds, a group that boasted the talents of Jimmy Page, laid the … Read more
The ongoing debate about the world’s preeminent guitarist sparks impassioned discussions, with one name standing out irrespective of individual opinions: Jimmy Page. A luminary in the realm of rock music, Page, the founder of the legendary Led Zeppelin, has held a lofty position for decades, and even as he enters his 80th year, his influence … Read more
Veteran drummer Chris Slade revealed in a recent interview with WalesOnline how surprised he was to be asked to take Phil Rudd’s position in AC/DC not just once, but twice. Slade’s first stint with AC/DC was cut short despite his popularity with the band. He was informed that the band planned to rejoin with former … Read more
Mick Jagger shuffled around backstage at the Marquee Club on July 11, 1962. For days, he had been too anxious to eat healthily. He hardly has anything left to support his lifeless body. If he swallowed a dinner plate, the butterflies in his stomach would hold it up for a moment, but then it would … Read more
In the intricate love triangle involving Eric Clapton, George Harrison, and Pattie Boyd, Clapton drew parallels to the legendary tale of Lancelot. This romantic saga unfolded as Clapton observed George and Boyd’s relationship, desiring to step into their Camelot-like world. Boyd’s journey with George began in 1964 on the set of The Beatles’ A Hard … Read more
Having released his latest album, ‘Now,’ in May 2023, Graham Nash recently talked about the possibility of retiring. Despite approaching his 82nd birthday, the singer has no plan to stop yet, as he said on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs: “I love what I do. That’s the thing, you know, don’t give up. I … Read more
After their captivating performance of ‘See Emily Play’ on ‘Top of the Pops’ in 1967, Pink Floyd appeared poised for global dominance. However, the early visionary, Syd Barrett, succumbed to the perils of LSD overuse and associated mental health issues, rendering him increasingly unreliable. David Gilmour stepped in to replace Barrett, and Roger Waters, the … Read more
Unquestionably positioned as one of the most distinctive and influential bands in the annals of music history, Pink Floyd embarked on a lengthy and dynamic journey throughout their career, traversing a multitude of sonic landscapes. Despite their explorations across diverse musical realms, the band has earned its reputation as a paramount progressive rock ensemble. However, … Read more
Amid his renowned comedic repertoire, Frank Zappa seamlessly integrated a political dimension into his work, endearing him to a multitude of followers. His penchant for delivering memorable and surreal social commentaries was a hallmark of his artistic legacy. Surprisingly, the maestro of satire and avant-garde music contemplated a foray into presidential politics towards the end … Read more