Sebastian Robertson: My Proudest and Most Memorable Collaboration With Dad
As Robbie Robertson’s health deteriorated, the Band legend was at work with his son on an award-winning television theme. Sebastian Robertson remembers.
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How the Beatles’ Struggles to Follow the ‘Help!’ Movie Led Directly to ‘Revolver’
Mike Tiano delves into the difficulties that surrounded the Beatles’ attempt to film a follow-up to ‘Help!’ What happened next changed rock music forever.
The Five Songs That Help Define Chicago’s Gutsiest Album
‘Chicago III’ arrived 55 years ago this week as their third consecutive double album in less than two years. Yet Chicago was somehow still pushing the musical envelope.
California Revisited: 2025’s Best Books on the West Coast Rock Scene
Steve Matteo surveys 2025’s best rock books on the West Coast rock scene, sharing praise for Cameron Crowe, David Leaf and Jude Warne.
Jay Nachman on His New Book ‘Graham Parker’s Howlin’ Wind’: Interview
Jay Nachman discusses ‘Graham Parker’s Howlin’ Wind’ with Charlie Ricci, with a couple of remarks from the great rocker himself.
How Queen Saved the Frankly Awful ‘Flash Gordon’ Film
Queen’s theme song is the best thing about a justly forgotten superhero movie called ‘Flash Gordon,’ which premiered 45 years ago this week.
The Byrds’ ‘Turn! Turn! Turn!’ Offered a Message of Hope in Troubled Times
Released 60 years ago this week, ‘Turn! Turn! Turn!’ captured both the political and musical climate of the era. It also confirmed the Byrds’ ascension.
The Beatles’ Charismatic ‘Help!’: 60 Years Later
Mike Tiano argues that the often-overlooked ‘Help!’ film is a lively reminder of why the Beatles were, and remain, a positive and lasting phenomenon.
Elton John – ‘Live From the Rainbow Theatre’ (2025)
‘Live From the Rainbow Theatre’ is a collection of Elton John songs that could be unfamiliar even to many professed fans – and it’s great.
Badfinger’s ‘No Matter What’ Didn’t Always Have That Crazy-Cool Solo
Joey Molland described a moment of inspiration on Badfinger’s “No Matter What,” which arrived 55 years ago today as part of ‘No Dice.’
