How Sugar Ray Robinson inspired Miles Davis to get clean
At the height of his early fame, Miles Davis fell into heroin. What got him clean wasn’t music, but the grit of a boxing champion
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How Waylon Jennings was fired for playing Little Richard
Before the outlaw image, Waylon Jennings was a teenage DJ in Texas, spinning Little Richard records and angering his bosses
How Elvis Presley met a young Tom Petty
At age ten, Tom Petty met Elvis Presley in Florida, a moment that set him on the path to rock stardom.
How The Band ended up playing for Bob Dylan
Before they became The Band, Robbie Robertson and co. were Levon and the Hawks - until word of mouth put them on stage with Bob Dylan
The genius of Chuck Berry's first hit, 'Maybellene'
Berry’s love of “white” country sounds and his fearless stagecraft paved the way for his debut single and a revolution in rock and roll
How a song written for Janet Jackson made Whitney Houston a pop star
Whitney Houston’s first major pop triumph came via 'How Will I Know', a song initially written for Janet Jackson before fate - and producers - changed its destiny
The Police member Andy Summers blames for their split
At their global peak, The Police broke up - this is Summers’ reflection on why and when things came undone
David Gilmour explains why it was "tragic" joining Pink Floyd
David Gilmour could soar on stage, but behind the music there remains a quiet ache - a remembrance of Syd Barrett, friend and original visionary
The influence of George Young on AC/DC
Many hail Angus and Malcolm Young as rock legends, but their older brother George quietly laid the groundwork, combining discipline, songwriting, production and hard graft
Why did David Bowie change his name?
Before Space Oddity made him a star he was David Jones, navigating confusion and identity, until he found his true artistic name
Nick Mason on the man who invented "real rock 'n' roll"
Pink Floyd are often labelled prog rock, but for Nick Mason, their roots run through the rhythms of a Black American pioneer and the origins of rock ‘n’ roll
How long should a gig really be?
As concerts grow longer and ticket prices soar, is value for money distorting what live performance should be?
R.E.M., The Smiths, Nirvana – who might reunite next?
If Oasis is possible, is anyone off the table? Here are the reunions we’d love to see next.
Why, 20 years later, Dig! is still the ultimate music doc
As Dig! returns to cinemas, we revisit the chaos, creativity and collapse at the heart of a cult classic.
Overwhelmed? A guide to music’s most daunting discographies
Some bands release albums faster than you can listen to them. Here’s how to navigate the most overwhelming discographies in music history.
Why Spotify’s AI DJ will NEVER replace real DJs
AI is creeping into the DJ booth, but does Spotify’s AI DJ offer anything new? Or is it just another form of playlist curation in disguise?
Courting's Ultimate Touring Survival Guide
Courting reveal their five essential survival tips for life on tour, plus their ultimate packing list.
Heroes and Villains of 2024: Music's Dizzying Highs and Tragic Lows
From Charli XCX setting trends to Dave Grohl shocking fans, 2024 proved unforgettable. Here’s a look at who reigned and who fell short in the music world.
How John Mayall lost his priceless blues records in a 1979 fire
John Mayall’s Hollywood home burned down in 1979, taking with it a treasure trove of rare blues records and live tapes. We wade through the story of a profound loss to blues history.
Ride take whynow through their 10 essential shoegaze albums.
As shoegaze enjoys a resurgence, Ride take whynow through 10 albums that shaped the genre, featuring classics by My Bloody Valentine, Cocteau Twins, and more.
The UK's best rap-rock fusions: 8 artists redefining the sound of rebellion.
Rock and rap are colliding in the UK like never before. These 8 artists are fusing the genres with fresh, experimental sounds.
When Axl Rose sparked a Guns N' Roses riot in 1991: 'Thanks to the lame-ass security, I'm going home!'
The 1991 Riverport Riot, when Guns N' Roses unleashed chaos on St. Louis, proved that rock and roll is more than just music—it's a way of life.
10 iconic Tiny Desk concerts that redefined live music
These top 10 Tiny Desk gigs reveal the true essence of live music, with artists like Sting, T-Pain, Wu-Tang Clan and Jorja Smith delivering some of their most memorable performances.
Ziggy's Last Stand | Reliving Bowie’s iconic farewell performance at the Hammersmith Odeon
In an unforgettable night at Hammersmith Odeon, David Bowie stunned fans by retiring Ziggy Stardust with a dramatic announcement, leaving the crowd in shock and reshaping rock history.
Muswell Hillbillies: Ray Davies and The Kink's elegy for a working-class London in decline is today's election anthem
Ray Davies' songwriting in Muswell Hillbillies by The Kinks is a bittersweet love letter to a disappearing London and a powerful elegy for British working-class culture.
Unveiling O and the London locations that shaped their music
Experience the highs and lows of O's musical journey through London's iconic studios, venues, and bus routes.
Glastonbury 2024 | Nine wondrous Worthy Farm moments
Glastonbury 2024 is officially over. And whilst we may have packed up our tents for this year’s scintillating occasion – and headed for a very long sleep indeed – it’s fair to say many moments will live long in the memory. Here’s nine of our favourite aspects of this year’s Worthy Farm get-together.
Kurt Cobain's near-fatal overdose after Nirvana's iconic SNL performance - a night of triumph and tragedy
On the night Nirvana soared to fame on 'SNL,' Kurt Cobain faced a near-fatal overdose, revealing the dark side of his stardom and the internal battles he fought.
Glastonbury 2024: Your Complete Festival Guide
Our detailed guide covering headliners, full lineup, ticket info, and travel advice. Print this out and give it to your mates.
‘Sometimes we feel like throwing in the towel’ | Mackenzy Mackay gives us a track-by-track breakdown of Life, Love & Upsets
From ‘Every Last Detail’ to ‘Home’, singer-songwriter Mackenzy Mackay shares a track-by-track breakdown of his latest EP, ‘Life, Love & Upsets’.
