Bill Champlin on how Chicago, Toto helped the Tubes hit it big: ‘I was actually the ringer’
The Tubes’ “She’s a Beauty” became not just their biggest hit but also an intriguing intersection between Chicago and Toto. Wait, Chicago and Toto?
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‘I’m sure I would have remembered’: Eddie Van Halen denies asking to join Kiss in the 1980s
Gene Simmons reignited an old debate yesterday when he told Rolling Stone that he’d once talked Eddie Van Halen out of joining Kiss in the early 1980s. Thing is, Van Halen himself says that never happened. You May Also Like: Why Complaints About Van Halen’s ‘A Different Kind of Truth’Read More
Peter Gabriel on the Depression that Gripped Genesis’ Phil Collins: ‘It’s Been a Very Difficult Time’
Busy Peter Gabriel won’t deny that a Genesis reunion is still possible, though it wouldn’t be anytime soon.
‘He’s taught me a lot’: David Crosby partnership with long-lost son sparked musical comeback
For David Crosby, his long-awaited Croz was more than a chance to jump-start his dormant solo career. It was another chance to connect with his son, James Raymond. You May Also Like: David Crosby, “Amelia” from ‘Sky Trails’ (2017): One Track Mind
Joe Satriani, Steve Lukather, others talk about Deep Purple’s sweeping impact: ‘That’s our foundation’
Deep Purple began its march into rock history with the addition of Ian Gillan and Roger Glover 45 years ago. Lineups have changed over the years, but the two remain — along with founding drummer Ian Paice — a cornerstone of the Purple sound. You May Also Like: Deep PurpleRead More
‘Don’t know if I’ll take the plunge’: Jeff Lynne on touring, and the possibility of reunions with ELO and the Traveling Wilburys
Jeff Lynne discusses the prospect of a new tour, and ruminates both on reforming the Traveling Wilburys and reuniting with other original members of the Electric Light Orchestra in advance of a hometown honor tonight in Birmingham. You May Also Like: For ELO’s Jeff Lynne, Meeting George Harrison ‘Was LikeRead More
‘It’s a very logical thing to do’: Queen’s upcoming album of leftovers could include new Adam Lambert songs, too
Before starting a just-announced first-ever North American concert series with Adam Lambert, Queen’s Brian May and Roger Taylor were at work on compiling a second recording featuring leftover tracks from Freddie Mercury — including a memorable collaborative moment with Michael Jackson. You May Also Like: No related posts.
‘The rest of the day, you’re confused’: Bruce Springsteen still finds purpose on the stage
Listening to the songs, Bruce Springsteen might present as someone steeled with both determination and a sense of purpose. Actually, he says, doubt surrounds him the same as anyone else — until he takes up the microphone to sing. You May Also Like: How Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Tunnel of Love’ DugRead More
‘Sometimes you’ve got to go out on a blind date’: Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson on the inspiration for a new Gerald Bostock project
Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson didn’t wait for inspiration to strike when getting started on the forthcoming solo album Homo Erraticus. In fact, he made an appointment with it. You May Also Like: Jethro Tull – ‘The Zealot Gene’ (2022)
Wings’ Denny Laine on Working With Paul McCartney Again: ‘That’s Never Come Up’
Denny Laine says he and ex-bandmate Paul McCartney talk often – though not about collaborating.
