Why Guns N’ Roses Version of Paul McCartney’s ‘Live and Let Die’ Was ‘Complex’
Paul McCartney’s “Live and Let Die” is an epic anthem and still one of the best James Bond songs ever. It’s a challenging song to perform, as a large orchestration […]
The George Harrison Guitar Solo the Beatles’ Engineer Called ‘Embarrassing’
When you hear The Beatles called “the Fab Four,” you might picture an “all-for-one” scenario in which the band members worked as equals. That was certainly true in some respects, […]
George Martin’s “eternal regret” when working with The Beatles
When discussing who might be considered the unofficial fifth member of The Beatles, George Martin holds the title hands down. Although musicians like Stuart Sutcliffe and Pete Best may have […]
A Beginner’s Guide to System of a Down
System of a Down, often abbreviated as SOAD, is an Armenian-American rock band that has left an indelible mark on the world of music. Known for their eclectic sound, thought-provoking […]
Queen, Journey, and Wu-Tang Clan’s Hit Songs Are Being Added to the Library of Congress
Countless musicians over the years have had their music entered into the Library of Congress. It’s an honor that acknowledges artists’ contributions to American culture over the years. In 2022, […]
Elvis Presley’s Surprising Last Meal Eaten in the Hours Before His Death
Elvis Presley‘s diet has achieved as much notoriety as the King of Rock and Roll. Fans are fascinated by what Elvis ate, who prepared his favorite comfort foods, and why […]
How The Beatles’ ‘Rocky Raccoon’ Inspired XTC’s ‘Dear God’ (Maybe)
XTC’s “Dear God” may have been inspired by The Beatles‘ “Rocky Raccoon.” A member of XTC explained why people identified him with “Rocky Raccoon” during his time in college. In […]
Elvis Presley Loved This Sweet Banana Pudding Recipe
Elvis Presley’s music and movies are famous — and so are some of his favorite recipes. For example, peanut butter and banana sandwiches are forever associated with him. Here’s the […]
Linda Thompson: From Elvis Presley’s Girlfriend to Designer of Graceland’s Most Iconic Rooms
Linda Thompson was Elvis Presley‘s girlfriend for four years and became one of his closest confidantes. The king of rock and roll trusted her judgment as one of the key […]
Exploring The Beatles Mystery That the ‘Taxman’ Guitar Solo Shows Up Twice on ‘Revolver’
Every Beatles album has legions of fans, and rightfully so. Still, Revolver might be at (or at least near) the top of the list of their greatest accomplishments. The 1966 […]