Posts by Mason Carter
The Hendrix performance Steve Vai says is impossible to copy
The path to legendary guitar mastery isn’t always a straight line. For some musicians, it begins not with formal lessons,
Linda Ronstadt’s perfect cover humbled the songwriter
There are voices that simply command attention, and then there is Linda Ronstadt. Her presence in music is less a
The hero who caused SLJ’s rude awakening about Hollywood
The path to stardom in Hollywood is often portrayed as a glamorous ascent, but for some, the journey is less
Meshuggah Tour, Sleep Token News & Debut Song Drops
Meshuggah Marks Four Decades with Anniversary Tour Amidst Musician Mythology The world of heavy music is buzzing with news this
We finally launched our Instagram account
In a world increasingly saturated with noise, there’s a growing realization that how we tell stories matters just as much
Five logos defining rock and pop artists
In the world of rock and pop, it’s easy to let loose a cracking font or a stylized graphic for
Boris Karloff impression became the biggest Halloween hit
Every October, the coffin lid of The Monster Mash creaks open, ushering in a parade of monsters and a truly
Bryan Adams hits Trump with protest song comparing him to a baby
The Enduring Waters: Bryan Adams Uses Music to Call Out Political Distractions For nearly five decades, Bryan Adams has enjoyed
The Beatles beat for best-selling song seven times in the 60s
The 1960s. Just the name conjures images of mop-haired legends, iconic riffs, and a musical era that seems cemented in
Where is the folk-rock now
The music world, especially the space just beneath the A-list pop charts, often feels less like a straight line and
Billie Eilish and Phoebe Bridgers in My Chemical Romance film
In a celebration of enduring legacy and surreal storytelling, My Chemical Romance has unveiled their latest animated short film, Prelude
Springsteen reveals music and politics are intertwined
For Bruce Springsteen, the relationship between music and politics isn’t a recent development; it’s a deep-seated truth woven into the
Lennon and McCartney’s best songs after The Beatles split
The inevitable split of The Beatles wasn’t a sudden rupture; it was the natural consequence of two incredibly distinct creative
Harry Fowler surprises with debut album Blankets
Harry Fowler Unveils Intimate Solo World with Debut Album Guitarist Harry Fowler, best known for his work with the acclaimed
Harry Fowler collects a decade of solo songs on surprise LP blankets
Sometimes, the most impactful musical statements arrive without the fanfare. In the world of independent music, where anticipation often dictates
QOTSA Interviewed on Easy Street
The stage is set, the anticipation is electric, and the music world is about to experience a seismic shift. Monday
Watch Rev3rent’s New Album and “Eyes Wide Shut” Video
There is a certain kind of magic that happens when you swap a song for your morning cup of coffee—it’s
Anso Baya debuts album Watch the Stars on new label
Anso Baya Lights Up the Scene with Debut Album Watch the Stars The folk music landscape is about to welcome
Wilson and Collins discuss Face Value
The world of music history continues to unfold, with new perspectives emerging from classic sounds. Phil Collins recently shared a
Midwest Princess and the Shadow of Influence
Artists cast shadows wherever they go. Long after the spotlight fades and the tour has packed up, an imprint of
Tom Morello honors Patrick Stewart
The worlds of heavy metal and futuristic exploration often seem worlds apart, but sometimes, the most unexpected bridges are built
29 million copies sold: Is Don’t Stop Believin a triumph or trash
There are few songs that achieve the level of absolute, inescapable ubiquity found in Journey’s 1981 arena rock anthem, Don’t
See Patrick Stewart in iconic video game roles
The world of entertainment mourns the passing of a monumental figure, actor Patrick Stewart, who died at the age of
Brian Eno was sick of rock and reinvented music
Brian Eno is a master of sound, possessing an innate ability to infuse any project with brilliance. As a producer,
Buried heads in sand review of The Big Moon Forever
Diving Deep: How The Skinny Found Hope in the Face of Silence with ‘Forever‘ In the ever-shifting landscape where indie,