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Armed police arrest The Cure naked in the Netherlands 1980
In the annals of rock history, some stories are legendary, and some are so delightfully bizarre they seem pulled straight
Ethan Hawke regrets turning down an iconic role in 1995
Ethan Hawke has always approached acting with a restless energy, constantly seeking a new challenge with every role he takes
Who played the Mellotron on Life on Mars
David Bowie’s 1973 single, Life on Mars?, is more than just a song; it is an era-defining piece, a swooping
Phil Collins wanted his singer on his first record the phone never rang
The path of a rock legend is often paved with unexpected detours, and the journey of Phil Collins from the
Harry Styles Pizza Rat Costume at MSG Residency
Harry Styles Brings the Party to the Met with a Costume and a Classic Cover There’s a certain magic that
Jackson’s shocking 1995 quote that caused an uproar
Peter Jackson has spent a career crafting cinematic magic, from the epic scope of The Lord of the Rings and
Hope Sandoval joins Opal: Start something new
In 1983, the air in the Los Angeles Paisley Underground was thick with possibility. Amidst the constant exchange of demos,
Chloe Qisha lives in London
The air at Heaven Club crackled with anticipation last night as rising star Chloe Qisha took the stage and delivered
Punk destroyed progrock How Yes won the charts
When you look back at the 1970s, it feels like a time defined by glorious, sprawling excess. While the world
10 Spiteful Movie Scenes of the 1980s
When we look back at the 1980s, nostalgia often paints a picture of endless escapist fun: the magical adventures of
Top 5 Jazz Anthems of 2026 Ranked by Far Out
We often hear the idea that jazz is confined to smoky clubs and historical footnotes. But if you look closely
Gilmour dismisses Pink Floyd’s Donkey Kong album as dross
The creation of some of music’s most enduring masterpieces often involves more than just talent; it involves navigating a minefield
The 1994 role Toni Collette regrets turning down
The Face of the Nation: Why Toni Collette’s Biggest Regret Wasn’t a Missed Role In the glittering world of Hollywood,
The Wilburys song they initially rejected
When you bring legends to the table, you know you need an A-game. The formation of the Traveling Wilburys was
5 Songs Reimagined by Samples
The sonic landscape of modern music owes a massive debt to the art of sampling, a technique that has evolved
John Waters’ forgotten punk ancestor
Everyone seems to crave the label of punk these days, but the reality is that the term has become a
One lie changed The Police Roxanne fate
Nothing is more magnetic to the youth than something that has been officially forbidden. The very act of banning art,
Hetfield on Turnstile refusing Metallica tour
Rock royalty often speaks the truth, and lately, James Hetfield has been dropping some unfiltered wisdom about the power dynamics
Jim Steinman’s Top 5 Songs
Before the arena rock titans and stadium anthems, there was the visionary producer, composer, and lyricist known as Jim Steinman.
Taika Waititi reacts to scathing reviews of Klara and the Sun
In the sometimes brutal world of film criticism, some artists find themselves positioned at the epicenter of a delightful and
Jason Statham’s secret to playing the same role in every movie
When critics point out that an actor plays the same role across multiple films, it often sparks a debate about
Isla Fisher’s $288M hit led to a year jobless
When a star shines that brightly, one might expect a smooth, uninterrupted career trajectory. Isla Fisher, after starring alongside Vince
Nick Cave will never let Morrissey tarnish his work
The relationship between an artist and their creation is often fraught with tension, particularly when the creator’s personal views clash
José González calls this song perfect Sunday music
In an era saturated by hyper-polished digital production, there is a refreshing counter-movement: artists who choose to wrap their recordings
Ray Gunn: Swanky retro-futurist noir
Ray Gunn: Where Neo-Noir Meets the Future Brad Bird has once again delivered a cinematic masterpiece with Ray Gunn, a