Jimmy Walker of the Knickerbockers and the Righteous Brothers: Something Else! Interview
We caught up with Jimmy Walker to discuss his stints with both the Knickerbockers and the Righteous Brothers, and other favorite memories from the 1960s.
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‘I’ve only got myself to argue with now’: Jon Anderson is at peace, even as Yes begins latest tour without him
As Yes prepares to kick off a new tour featuring performances of three classic albums, departed co-founding frontman Jon Anderson wonders what might have been. See, he was the one who first floated the concept. You May Also Like: No related posts.
Steven Wilson on Classic ’70s sounds, Prog’s Rebirth and His Amazing New Album: Something Else! Interview
Steven Wilson talks plenty about 2013’s ‘The Raven That Refused to Sing (And Other Stories),’ and also about the dangers of performing barefoot.
Something Else! Interview: John Payne of John Payne Featuring Asia
How busy is John Payne, and his band Asia Featuring John Payne? Here’s his 2013 schedule: “More videos, more singles, the album release, weekend warrior dates and perhaps a fanfest spectacular with ex-members in Vegas this summer.” You May Also Like: No related posts.
Justin Hayward of the Moody Blues: Something Else! Interview
Justin Hayward, songwriter and lead singer with the Moody Blues, takes a rare turn away from the band with the release later this month of Spirits of the Western Sky, his first solo effort since 1996’s The View From The Hill. You May Also Like: Moody Blues’ Ray Thomas (1941-2018):Read More
Something Else! Interview: Mike Clark on Herbie Hancock, the Headhunters and Michael Wolff
Drummer Mike Clark, perhaps best known for his work with and without Herbie Hancock as a member of the Headhunters, is part of a new band now — the dazzlingly improvisational Wolff and Clark Expedition, with longtime friend Michael Wolff. You May Also Like: Herbie Hancock’s ‘Fat Albert Rotunda’ HintedRead More
Robben Ford on ‘Bringing It Back Home,’ Joni Mitchell, George Harrison … and Kiss?
Robben Ford discusses performing with Joni Mitchell at her supernova moment, and how he ended up filling in for Ace Frehley.
A tragic update on ailing ex-Wings guitarist Henry McCullough: ‘He’s suffered some significant brain damage’
Guitarist Henry McCullough is unlikely to make a meaningful recovery after suffering a heart attack last November, says Denny Seiwell, his former bandmate with Paul McCartney and Wings in the early 1970s. You May Also Like: Why ‘Red Rose Speedway’ Ended Up Fracturing Paul McCartney and Wings
Spencer Davis saw big things for Steve Winwood: ‘You must be bloody kidding?! I knew from the get go’
Spencer Davis discusses starting his eponymous group with Steve Winwood, and how their early success led to producer Jimmy Miller’s stint with the Rolling Stones.
‘You get an instant feeling to sing’: Jon Anderson talks about his remarkable post-Yes resurgence
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8nyL5ksJqs&w=500&h=305] Four years ago, Jon Anderson was in the midst of a series of medical crises. You’d never know it these days, as the ex-Yes vocalist has emerged on a creative jag unseen across his legendary career. You May Also Like: The Solo Song Where Jon Anderson Finally ReclaimedRead More
