Most people think a drummer is a background musician—basically just there to keep the beat for the singer and guitarist. But the drummer in a rock band is key to a band’s success. History has shown us that the right drummer can breathe new life into a band. Put the right one behind the kit […]

Some weekends are for day parties. This one’s for do-not-disturbs. Whether you’re dodging group texts, ghosting brunch, or simply rejecting the societal scam of “going out,” your couch just became the main stage. Forget crowds, surge pricing, and port-a-potty roulette, this is a music weekend on your own terms. From cinematic pop to candle-lit acoustic […]

Justin Bieber pulled a Beyoncé by dropping his new album Swag II today, September 5, at midnight, shortly after announcing it on Instagram. The 23-track LP arrived less than a day after Bieber began posting photos of digital promotional displays in various cities. Swag II comes on the heels of the singer’s R&B-styled Swag album, […]

Rap has dominated the music charts for decades. In fact, 2023 was the first time in 23 years that a hip-hop song didn’t go number one on Billboard‘s Hot 100. Then there are those rap songs that remain popular far after leaving the charts, like Nelly‘s “Hot In Herre,” because although it reached number one […]

When first hearing a song we like, it’s common to initially gravitate toward the music and vocal melody before learning the lyrics. However, a lot of folks never decide to commit the actual lyrics to memory and seem to be content with singing whatever pops in their head first. That misinterpretation could go on for […]

An iconic guitar solo doesn’t just elevate a song, it defines it. It’s the moment that sweeps you off your feet, sets your speakers on fire, and cements a track’s place in music history. And while the greats like Eddie Van Halen and Slash will always get their flowers, they’re not the only ones worthy […]

Rock ‘n’ roll was once a young man’s game. Not so much anymore. As time marches on, we’re seeing many rock icons performing well into old age. Pete Townshend and singer Roger Daltrey of The Who, currently on their farewell tour, are 80 and 81. Keith Richards and Mick Jagger are keeping the Rolling Stones […]

Pharrell Williams is much more than the guy in an oversized hat who made the world clap along. He’s the genre-defying architect behind some of the most important sounds in modern music. For over three decades, he’s refused to play by anyone else’s rules, flipping the script on pop, hip-hop, funk, and everything in between. […]

As we enter 2025’s endstage, the music of classic rock continues to show us bands with the resilience to keep touring strongly even after decades of activity. They say “age is just a number,” and this statement couldn’t be more true for the likes of Paul McCartney, Robert Plant, and Iron Maiden. While some are […]