Eric Clapton’s Love Affair With The Guitar
October 7, 2013
Blues-rock legend Eric Clapton is not only widely regarded as one of the greatest axemen of all time, but alongside the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Hank Marvin, was an instrumental figure in the popularization of the guitar in the 1960s. Just as much
Famous Musicians Who Are Republicans
October 6, 2013
With their mouths frequently in close proximity to a microphone, musicians often use their star power to voice a wide array of beliefs – from religious to political. The latter category is often seen safer from a PR perspective, at least insofar as one
Behind Lady Gaga’s Music: The Collaborators That Helped Make Her Famous
October 4, 2013
Lady Gaga’s fame can be largely attributed to her own aspects. Gaga’s idiosyncratic fashion sense, powerful vocal range, and commitment to beloved fans, she deems “little monsters,” are huge reasons for her success. But with all the talk about Lady Gaga, there are collaborators
Prince Invites You to a Private Concert at His Home
October 4, 2013
Prince has just announced that he’ll be opening his home/mega complex to the public this coming Saturday (October 5th) for a private gig. Prince’s home, Paisley Park Studios near Minneapolis, cost the Purple one a sweet $10 million dollars to construct in 1987. It

Best Jay Z Guest Spots
October 1, 2013
One of the most prolific rappers of his generation, Jay Z has released 12 solo albums and four collaborative LPs since first showcasing his talents back in 1996. But his tally of Billboard chart entries has also been bolstered by a huge number of
Countering Classical Gripes Against Andrea Bocelli
September 29, 2013
Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli has sold over 75 million records worldwide since bursting onto the classical scene at the Sanremo Festival in 1994, becoming the genre’s biggest selling artist in the process, as well as achieving nominations at the Grammy, Golden Globe and Academy
Best Contemporary Cover Versions of Rolling Stones Songs
September 28, 2013
Now entering their incredible 51st year together, The Rolling Stones started out their iconic career back in 1962 as a virtual covers band. They performed renditions of classic R&B and rock n’ roll tracks by the likes of Chuck Berry (“Come On”), Howlin Wolf

Morrissey’s Most Depressing Songs
September 27, 2013
The jangly guitar riffs and epic indie-pop melodies often masked the rather depressing nature of The Smiths’ output. But Morrissey hasn’t earned his eternal miserablist reputation for nothing and amongst both his solo and former band’s back catalog, there are a plethora of songs
How Mumford & Sons Made Bluegrass Cool Again
September 17, 2013
The vintage sound of bluegrass has intermittently weaved in and out of the mainstream over the years, thanks to Dolly Parton and Patty Loveless’ occasional ventures into the genre, Alison Krauss & Union Station’s Grammy Award-winning efforts, and of course the soundtrack to The
Best Things Paul McCartney Has Done Since Splitting With The Beatles
September 17, 2013
Paul McCartney’s post-Beatles career may have always been regarded as second-best to John Lennon’s. But having recently closed both the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert and the London 2012 Olympics opening ceremony, he’s entered his 70s still very much the national treasure of British pop.