Band Celebrates 35th Anniversary with Reissue of First Album

To celebrate 35 years as a band, Smashing Pumpkins is re-releasing their first album, Gish, named after silent film star Lillian Gish. Apparently, the actress rode through the small town where lead ...

Steve Cropper played on my song – and his playing was matched only by his warmth and generosity

When Sheri Miller invited her guitar hero to play on her track back in 2012, she never dreamed he would turn up in the studio ...

The Black Keys, Simple Plan announce summer shows at iconic OKC venue

Ella Langley and Motionless in White also recently announced shows at the OKC venue, which is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year.
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4 Album Fillers From 1970s Country Albums That Secretly Outshine the Singles

These "filler" tracks from classic 1970s country albums outshine the singles, even when those singles are legendary hits.

Green Day Sparks Political Firestorm at Super Bowl — Billie Joe Armstrong Targets Trump and MAGA

Before the Super Bowl 2026, Green Day performed at a pre‑Super Bowl concert in San Francisco, where Armstrong delivered a ...
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5 Little-Known Tidbits About the Songs on Paul McCartney’s Standout Album ‘Flaming Pie’

Paul McCartney released one of his finest solo albums in 1997. Check out some of the stories behind the songs on 'Flaming Pie ...