In their standout album “Rumours,” Fleetwood Mac poured out tales of real-life breakups involving Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks, and Christine McVie. While musically on a pinnacle, their personal worlds were turbulent, echoed in their tracks. One song, in particular, was a tug at Buckingham’s heartstrings, and it wasn’t merely a reflection of his split from … Read more
In the midst of a temporary break with Yoko Ono in 1973, John Lennon began a relationship with their former assistant, May Pang. This phase of his life allowed Pang to get a close look at Lennon’s interactions with his ex-Beatles colleagues, particularly a notable clash with George Harrison. Yoko Ono’s Perspective on the Separation … Read more
Stevie Nicks, a beacon in the music industry, has constantly been the subject of whispers and tales. While most tall tales about the “Gypsy” songstress are brushed off, there’s one that deeply upset her. A Career Shadowed by Gossip Being the iconic voice behind Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks has seen her fair share of tabloid … Read more
Ringo Starr’s influence on The Beatles often goes unnoticed, yet in certain respects, it may have been overemphasized. Notably, Ringo is often recognized for the title “A Hard Day’s Night” of The Beatles’ song. Though John Lennon did appreciate Ringo’s input, he clarified that he’d already used the title. John had incorporated it into a … Read more
Noel Gallagher from Oasis once revealed that his band merged the sounds of The Beatles and the Sex Pistols. He voiced his belief that deriving inspiration from iconic bands wasn’t an issue. Oasis’ rendition of The Beatles’ “I Am the Walrus” distinctly set itself apart from the original. In an interview from the 2009 book … Read more
Elvis Presley stands as a monumental figure in the annals of rock music. Yet, among his collection of classic hits, there lies a track penned by none other than Bruce Springsteen. In his memoir, Springsteen delves deep into the transformative musical era when he crafted a song with the legendary “Hound Dog” vocalist in mind, … Read more
Members of Led Zeppelin, Robert Plant and John Paul Jones, crafted iconic rock melodies over a decade. Their repertoire boasts some of history’s most unforgettable tracks. However, if you try to ask Jones to recite them or hum along, you might hit a wall. Plant humorously noted that Jones, their bassist, never really paid attention … Read more
Once part of the psychedelic rock band The Electric Prunes, Kenny Loggins, now a music icon, had quite the memory to share about the iconic Beatles’ track, “Hey Jude.” The Electric Prunes, renowned for their hits like “I Had Too Much to Dream (Last Night)” and “Get Me to the World on Time,” also had … Read more
A rendition of The Beatles’ “Something” by Nancy Sinatra is the epitome of a 1960s vibe. Yet, it wasn’t until 2013 that Sinatra graced us with her unique take on the song. Curiously, the renowned “Sugar Town” songstress didn’t express much about George Harrison, the genius behind “Something.” In 2013, Sinatra’s album “Shifting Gears” unveiled … Read more
Greta Van Fleet stands as a contemporary pillar in the hard rock scene, garnering both admiration and skepticism. Many appreciate them for reigniting the embers of classic rock, while some critics argue they mirror legendary bands too closely, especially Led Zeppelin. A good number of Greta Van Fleet critiques inevitably draw parallels with Led Zeppelin. … Read more