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Lou Reed. Wow…
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RNRF Issue No 11 Dublin City Poet Grian Chatten
With four albums under his belt as the charismatic lead singer for Ireland’s Fontaines DC, poet provocateur Grian Chatten makes time for the inevitable meditative solo album.
Ella Fitzgerald “Misty”
The Definitive Version: Ella Fitzgerald's 'Misty' – A Timeless Jazz Classic In the pantheon of jazz standards, few compositions evoke the haunting beauty and emotional resonance of "Misty." Originally penned as an instrumental by the virtuoso pianist Erroll Garner in...
Scissor Sisters Debut Album
This genius EDM pop classic from early in the new century somehow makes sense of the highly unlikely combination of Pink Floyd’s The Wall, 70s Disco, Tumbleweed Connection era Elton John and Saturday Night Fever Bee Gees....
Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino by The Arctic Monkeys
The finest David Bowie Ziggy Stardust album he NEVER made. Brilliant. It’s THAT good. And completely unexpected from this band.
Head First: Jim Morrison’s Deep Dive
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Bootylicious New Bootsy Collins & French African Funk Grooves
Record of the Week: “Dangerous” by Bootsy Collins & BOukan This week, we’re turning the spotlight on “Dangerous,” a vibrant collaboration between American funk icon Bootsy Collins and the innovative French collective BOukan, hailing from the enchanting...
Our Latest Podcast – Sex Pistols: Rock N Roll Can Kill Ya
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RNRF Issue No 10 Sweden’s Punk Rock Viagra Boys
Viagra Boys: The American Invasion of Swedish Punk Rock In a world where punk rock often serves as a mirror to society's ills, few bands have wielded that reflection quite like Viagra Boys. Hailing from Stockholm, this Swedish punk outfit has ignited a firestorm of...
The Fine Art Of Pissing People Off
Every era has an album that comes along and takes the temperature of the streets. In 1971, following the aftermath of America’s turbulent 1960s, Sly and the Family Stone gave us There's a Riot Goin' On. Overseas In urban England, particularly London, the mid 1970s...
RNRF Issue No 9 Hip Hop’s Kneecap
Ironically endorsed by the British Knight, Sir Elton John, Kneecap is a hip hop trio from West Belfast, Northern Ireland, consisting of Mo Chara, Móglaí Bap, and DJ Próvaí. They perform in both English and the Irish language, often incorporating themes related to...
RIP New York Dolls
The New York Dolls, a pioneering glam rock band composed of five influential members, each with their own remarkable stories and achievements. Johnny Thunders (1952-1991) Born John Anthony Genzale, Thunders was born on July 15, 1952, and died at 38 under mysterious...
The Soul of Storytelling: Guy Davis and The Legend of Sugarbelly
In the heart of New York City, where the pulse of culture beats vibrantly, Guy Davis emerged as a musical force, blending the rich traditions of blues with the art of storytelling. The son of renowned actors and civil rights activists Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis,...
Fat Brain: Q&A With Rock Stars
Fresh off the release of their debut EP, Death To False Zamrock, Julian & Micael from Malmö, Sweden’s Fat Brain take time out to give some thought to 25 Questions from the Editor’s Desk of Rock N Roll Fashionistas. Enjoy! Question 1: CDs, Vinyl or Download? J:...
Our Latest Podcast: Rock N Roll Black History Month Wrap Up
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Fat Brain: A Sonic Love Note From Malmö, Sweden
Album of the Week by Fat Brain “Death to False Zamrock” for the week of February 23, 2025 A Sonic Love Note From Malmö, Sweden As the crisp air of February 2025 gives way to the burgeoning signs of spring, Malmö’s underground music scene bursts forth with an...
RNRF Issue No 7 Fat Brain
Malmo, Sweden‘s big brained nimble witted garage rock duo Fat Brain consists of Julian Ellis on electric guitar, vocals and Micael Karlsson on acoustic drum kit. Their explosive 5 song debut EP Death to False Zamrock, recorded by Oliver Dahl at Studio Quaalude,...
Rock N Roll Black History Month
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Darlene Love: Long Live The Queen Of Rock N Roll!
Darlene Love: Queen of Rock & Roll When reflecting on music that shaped the soundscape of the 20th century and beyond, Darlene Love stands tall; a powerhouse vocalist whose career has spanned more than six decades. Her 2015 album, Introducing Darlene Love, has...
Issue No. 6 Mary Lou Williams Mother To Be Bop
Mary Lou Williams: Be Bop’s Guiding Light As February rolls in, we celebrate Black History Month, a time for reflection, acknowledgment, and remembrance of the profound contributions of Black artists, thinkers, and trailblazers who have shaped American culture....
Imani Coppola One Hit Wonderful!
Our Latest Podcast! Imani Coppola is no one hit wonder. Far from it. For 30 years now Imani Coppola has been and continues to be an inspirational trailblazer. Poet, vocalist extraordinaire, Emcee, visual artist, working artist, painter, collaborator, New...
Issue No. 5 Imani Coppola: Fearless Trailblazer
Imani Coppola: The Fearless Trailblazer Redefining Independent Music for a New Generation In an industry often defined by conformity and commercial interests, Imani Coppola stands as a vibrant rebel, a phoenix rising from the ashes of a major label. With a...
The Rheostatics Are Canada’s Beatles
During the 1970's Canadian rock gods Max Webster filled arenas in Canada but were virtually unknown in the United States. Over a decade later The Tragically Hip, arguably Canada's Band, suffered the same fate. So where do The Rheostatics fit in? Who are The...
NEW 2025 MistyK The DJ Valentines Show!
DJ extraordinaire and Rock N Roll Fashionistas contributor MistyK The DJ has just dropped her first new Valentines Day show in years! Love Will Tear Us Apart - A Complicated Mix 2025 MistyK The DJ on MixCloud
Rock N Roll Fashionistas Top 5 2025 Albums Of The Week
As of February 1st, 2025 RJ Archer & The Painful Memories The Cost Of Loving Crisis Chlorine Beach Monophobia Ringo Starr Look Up Franz Ferdinand The Human Fear Dolly Parton Rockstar RJ Archer & The Painful Memories Chlorine Beach Franz...
Issue No. 4 Ringo Starr Tops Charts
In the latest issue of Rock N Roll Fashionista magazine, Ringo Starr tops both UK Country and Americana charts with his most successful solo album to date, the T-Bone Burnett produced Look Up album released on Lost Highway Records. After his recent triumphant...
Issue No. 3 Farewell Garth Hudson
Farewell to Garth Hudson: The Heartbeat of The Band In the pantheon of rock music, few figures loom as large as Garth Hudson, the enigmatic keyboardist and accordionist of The Band, who passed away this week leaving behind a legacy that reverberates through the annals...
RJ Archer And The Next British Invasion
Rock N Roll Fashionistas Album Of The Week for the week of January 19th, 2025 “The Cost Of Loving Crisis” by RJ Archer & The Painful Memories On the evening of April 18, 1775, American revolutionary Paul Revere was given the task of riding to...
Issue No. 2 – The RJ Archer Edition
Issue No. 2 Of Rock N Roll Fashionista Magazine RJ Archer & The Painful Memories On the evening of April 18, 1775, American revolutionary Paul Revere was given the task of riding to Lexington, Massachusetts, with news that the British...
Teenage Dreams So Hard To Beat
From 1978 until his untimely death at the age of 65 in 2004, legendary influential BBC Radio DJ John Peel repeatedly stated that "Teenage Kicks", the summer of ‘77 debut single by Northern Irish punk band The Undertones was his all-time favourite song. He...
1st Issue: The Chlorine Beach Edition
1st Issue Of The Rock N Roll Fashionista 25 Questions With Jay of Chlorine Beach Question 1: CDs, Vinyl or Download? Definitely vinyls, no doubt. Although, I do like the instant access people have to new music through downloading. Question 2: First album...
Dolly Rocks 49th Album!
Dolly Parton: The Country Queen’s Gracious Detour Into Rock and Roll In a world where genres often collide and artists leap across musical boundaries, few have managed to do so with the grace and authenticity of Dolly Parton. The beloved country icon, known for...
Merry Christmas Baby, You Just Got Ripped Off!
Merry Christmas Baby: The Unsung Legacy of Charles Brown As the holiday season approaches each year, the soulful strains of "Merry Christmas Baby" reverberate through homes, stores, and radio stations across the country. This Christmas classic, with its smooth rhythm...
Brian Wilson’s Genius Response To Phil Spector’ Poorly Timed Flop
Brian Wilson’s Beach Boys' Christmas Album: A Surfer's Yule In the pantheon of rock 'n' roll, few bands have managed to capture the essence of summertime bliss like the Beach Boys. Yet, in 1964, they made a surprising pivot toward the holiday season with the...
Three Beach Boys Albums They Never Want You To Hear
The Beach Boys’ Unreleased Albums: The Lost Sounds of Adult/Child and Merry Christmas From The Beach Boys - Part 10 of The 12 Records of Yule In the kaleidoscopic history of American rock music, few bands have captured the essence of California cool quite like The...
Big In Japan: The Ventures’ Rock N Roll Twang As The New Universal Language
The Ventures’ Christmas Album: A Universal Language And The Gift of Instrumental Rock - Part 9 of The 12 Records of Yule In the pantheon of instrumental rock, few bands have managed to carve out a legacy as enduring and globally impactful as The Ventures. Formed in...
The Mynah Birds: Toronto’s Groundbreaking 60s Band and the First Topless Waitresses of Yorkville’s Free Love Hippie Scene
The Mynah Birds: Toronto’s Groundbreaking 60s Band and the First Topless Waitresses of Yorkville’s Free Love Hippie Scene In the vibrant cultural tapestry of 1960s Toronto, the Yorkville neighborhood was a crucible of creativity, music, and social...
How The Beatles Saved A Christmas Album Released The Day Kennedy Was Shot
A Christmas Gift for You: The Timeless Legacy of Phil Spector's Holiday Album - Part 8 of The 12 Records of Yule In the pantheon of holiday music, few albums carry the weight and charm of Phil Spector’s A Christmas Gift for You from Phil Spector. Originally released...
Rock N Roll Fashionistas Top 20 Albums Of The Week For 2024
Rock N Roll Fashionistas Top 20 Albums Of The Week For 2024 (click link below to listen to our 2024 Rock N Roll Fashionistas Top 20 Albums Of The Week NEW YEARS EVE Dance Party!!)...
Two Sides To Ella’s Christmas
The Joyous Legacy of Ella Fitzgerald's Christmas Albums: A Celebration of Swing and Spirit - Part 7 of The 12 Records of Yule As the holiday season rolls around, the soundscape of Christmas transforms, invoking memories of cherished traditions and the joyous...
Three Eras Of Sinatra Christmas
The Yuletide Legacy of Frank Sinatra: A Journey Through His Four Christmas Albums - Part 6 of The 12 Records of Yule As the holiday season approaches, a familiar soundtrack begins to echo through homes, shopping malls, and festive gatherings: the smooth, crooning...
Why Irving Berlin Hated Elvis’ White Christmas
The 12 Records of Yule: #5 Elvis' Christmas Album by Elvis Presley As the holiday season approaches each year, the timeless sounds of Christmas music permeate the air, igniting nostalgia and holiday spirit in listeners of all ages. Among the glittering array of...
Yes Virginia, Coca Cola Helped Save Christmas
The 12 Records Of Yule: #4 - Vince Guaraldi “A Charlie Brown Christmas” As the holiday season unfolds, the air grows crisp, lights twinkle in windows, and familiar melodies drift through the airwaves, weaving a warm tapestry of nostalgia. Among these beloved tunes,...
How Nat King Cole Fought With His Record Company Over A Christmas Classic And Won
The 12 Records Of Yule: #3 - Nat King Cole “The Magic of Christmas” When the holiday season approaches, the familiar sounds of festive music begin to fill the air, and one album in particular stands out as a quintessential soundtrack to this time of year: Nat King...
How Burl Ives Used The Method To Become Frosty The Snowman
The 12 Records Of Yule: #2 - Burl Ives “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas” When it comes to holiday music, few albums sparkle quite like Burl Ives’ “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas.” Released by Decca Records in October 1965, this festive gem has become a staple of the...
Remembering Dallas Good: The Heart of The Sadies and the Legacy of Colder Streams
In the world of alternative country, few names resonate as deeply as Dallas Good, the late founding member of The Sadies. With his distinctive guitar work, rich vocals, and undeniable charisma, Good was a driving force behind one of Canada’s most cherished bands. As...
How Bing Crosby Beat Out The Beatles For The First Concept Album Ever
December 25th - The First Day Of Christmas The 12 Records Of Yule: #1 - Bing Crosby's "Merry Christmas" As the holiday season rolls around, a familiar tune begins to fill the air, one that has become synonymous with Christmas itself. It’s Bing Crosby’s “Merry...
The Greg Martin Woodstock 99 Experience – Pt 2
CHAPTER 2 - Woodstock 99: Day 1 - From The Hardest Working Man in Show Business to Nu Metal’s Coming Out Party! by Gregory Martin It was Friday morning. Day one of three was upon us. There was lots of buzz and anticipation in the air for the festival to finally...
The Greg Martin Woodstock 99 Experience – Pt 1
The Greg Martin Woodstock 99 Experience – Pt 1 by Gregory Martin CHAPTER 1 – WE’VE ARRIVED It’s hard to believe it’s been 25 years since that life changing weekend in July of 1999. It all happened in the small town of Rome, New York. I’m of course talking about the...
Woodstock
Woodstock Music And Art Fair - 3 Days Of Peace & Music - August 15, 16, 17, 1969 The original concept for the legendary music festival involved staging a concert in the town of Woodstock, New York featuring artists known to frequent the area at that time...
Are The Rolling Stones Knocking On Heaven’s Door?
Rock N Roll Fashionistas works tirelessly to shed light on new and emerging artists. And to prove this point we have selected the latest album from a band that celebrated its 60th anniversary two years ago as our Album Of The Week. Ok. You'd have to be in a comma to...
Igor Stravinsky Rock N Roll AF
Russian composer Igor Stravinsky’s ballet and orchestral concert work The Rite Of Spring was first performed on May 29, 1913 at the Theatre Des Champs-Élysées in Paris. The extremely new and avant garde nature of the work caused a riot within the confines of...
James Taylor – Sweet Baby James
Artist: James Taylor Album: Sweet Baby James Album Type: Studio Album Released: 1970 Original Recording Dates: 1969 Label: Warner Bros. Records
Move Over Elvis, There’s A New Clambake In Town
If you didn’t know it yet, Shannon and the Clams are the thing in indie garage punk today. From Oakland, California, their killer sound successfully blends vintage vibes, R&B, garage, psych and surf music into a frolicking ball of irresistible fun....
Lou Reed, The Reverend And Their Perfect Day
Can I get an Amen? AMEN! The Reverend Al Green is the winner of 11 Grammy Awards, including the venerable Lifetime Achievement Award. He is both a BMI Icon Award recipient given to songwriters to honor their “unique and indelible influence on generations of music...
Two Monkees And One Album U Need
Dolenz Sings Nesmith by Micky Dolenz
Was Your Grandmother At Woodstock Too?
32 acts performed at Woodstock, August 15, 16, 17 & 18, 1969 at the bottom of a steep hill on a cow pasture in upstate New York on Max Yasgur’s dairy farm. Who is on your dream lineup list of 32 acts to play Woodstock if it were happening again this August...
Michelle Shocked – Short Sharp Shocked
Artist: Michelle Shocked Album: Short, Sharp, Shocked Album Type: Studio Album Released: 1988 Original Recording Dates: 1988 Label: Mercury Records
This Dude’s Strange, Grady Strange
Originally from New Jersey, nowadays Grady Strange can be found churning out his own self styled brand of saltwater cowgirl rock n roll in Los Angeles, California. Legend has it he was initially inspired to make music after scoring a garage sale 4-track tape...
Albums You NEED!
Buddy Holly & The Crickets 20 Golden Greats Michelle Shocked Short Sharped Shocked James Taylor Sweet Baby James U2 Rattle and Hum
Music U Need 2 No
Music U Need To No Micky Dolenz Dolenz Sings Nesmith Steve Mason (UK) About The Light Grady Strange See You Later, Separator
The Most Important Bands & Artists Of The 21st Century
Aldous Harding The Lemon Twigs Ty Segall
Never Mind The Haters, Here’s Greta Van Fleet
Everybody hates Nickelback, you’re allowed to. But only old people hate Greta Van Fleet. When it comes to Rock N Roll, never trust anyone over 40. 40 is the new 30. Yippie Jerry Rubin said it first over 50 years ago, “Never Trust Anyone Over 30”. Old...
Linda McCartney: Rock N Roll AF
Linda McCartney: The Rock 'n' Roll Photographer Who Captured Music Legends (and one heck of a groovy synth player too!) In the vibrant music scene of the 1960s, Linda McCartney (formerly Eastman) made a name for herself as a talented photographer with a knack...
Buddy Holly & The Crickets – 20 Golden Greats
Artist: Buddy Holly & The Crickets Album: 20 Golden Greats Album Type: Compilation Released: 1978 Original Recording Dates: 1956-1959 Tragically Buddy Holly died at the tender age of 22 on February 3, 1959, a casualty of Rock N Roll and the road. Almost 20...
32 Years Young Paul McCartney Shines In One Hand Clapping
In the summer of 1974, as Paul McCartney and Wings soared to the top of the charts with their breakthrough smash hit album Band On The Run, the band found themselves back at Abbey Road Studios for a groundbreaking project that would ultimately be shelved for...
John Lennon’s 4th Solo Album Reimagined By Son Sean
“I wanted to represent it in a way that gave it a second chance” - Sean Ono Lennon Sean Ono Lennon has done an absolute miracle of a job remixing this all too often dismissed album. His Dad knocked off Mind Games in a matter of weeks whereas Sean painstakingly...
Who The Fuck Is Frank Carter And Why Do The Sex Pistols Care?
This coming August 13, 14 & 15, 2024, The Sex Pistols will be playing their blueprint for punk rock, Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, across three nights to raise funds for West London's 400-capacity Bush Hall on 310 Uxbridge Road. Speaking about...
Bobstock 2024
On a beautiful warm sunny summer day we gathered from afar across the four corners to celebrate a life. July 13. 2024. The date already made special through the sun David. Robert Ironside (1961-2024) Human. Star child. Music. Soul. Spirit. Muse....
Jobriath Or Bowie: Who Is The True Fairy Of Rock
In June of 1972, after suffering a decade of flops and failed attempts at fame, David Bowie released what would become a seminal step towards success. Although his album The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars failed to chart in America...
Two Classic 70s Rock Albums You’ve Never Heard
Are You Serious? Idiot Optimism Both of these instant classic rock albums were recorded between 1978 and 1979 by Memphis born singer, composer, guitarist Van Duren when he was in his mid twenties. From the time he was a teenager in 1970 through...
Brian Wilson: As The Curtain Falls On A Remarkable Life
With all due respect to this legendary wizard of songcraft, it ain’t over until the fat man sings. Having just recently celebrated his 82nd birthday, Brian Wilson now finds himself suffering from the ill effects of dementia as well as the loss of his longtime...
First New Lennon & McCartney Track In 55 Years
Unless you’ve been under a rock this past spring you are probably aware that Sean Ono Lennon, son of John & Yoko, along with James McCartney, son of Sir Paul and Linda McCartney, have come together to collaborate on the first new Lennon & McCartney track in...
Black Men With Guitars: How Did Rock N Roll Get So Racist?
"This is a Black-fronted punk band, and that's really important. Rock'n'roll is mostly white suburban kids — that's what gets promoted. But we are Black and we out here. I was inspired to make rock music when I saw a Black guy on stage, and if someone sees that...
GTO Pamela Des Barres Is Rock N Roll Royalty
Who: GTOs What: Permanent Damage Where: Los Angeles, California, USA via the mountainous neighborhood of Laurel Canyon in the Hollywood Hills region of the Santa Monica Mountains within the Hollywood Hills West district of LA via the 1.7 mile Sunset Strip...
Bite The Big Peach
Greetings faithful Fashionistas! Your record of the week has arrived For The Week Of 5/20/2024 Who: The Big Peach What: Observations Where: Manchester, England Why: For anyone interested in the swinging 60s styled unison singing of The Monkees, Dave Clark Five and...
“Lennon’s On Sale Again” – David Bowie
The 1990s gave rise to the creation of the Tribute Album, a sneaky new way for record companies to simultaneously sell and promote new emerging acts on the backs of older, established artists and their respective catalogues. And seeing as John Lennon is more...
Legendary Philly Soul Thom Bell IS God
In the 1960s and 70s, Philadelphia soul reigned supreme in the music world, with its distinctive blend of funk, soul, and R&B. The genre, also known as Philly soul or The Sound of Philadelphia (TSOP), was characterized by its lush strings, horn...
Album Of The Week – Liam Gallagher “Why Me? Why Not”
Who: Liam Gallagher What: Why Me? Why Not. Where: Grasse, France, The French Riviera via North London via Manchester, England Why: Oasis were a shit show. And both Gallagher brothers were covered in it. Tambourine man and lead vocalist Liam Gallagher, along...
This Album Matters – Secret House by Jodis
Who: Jodis What: Secret House Where: Post-Metal America, USA Why: In 2007, the musical talents of guitarist James Plotkin (Khanate), drummer Tim Wyskida (Khanate) and singer Aaron Turner (SUMAC, Isis) converged to form the enigmatic trio known as Jodis. Drawing from...
This Album Matters: Tumble In Shade by Danny Arakaki
Who: Danny Arakaki What: Tumble In Shade Where: Brooklyn, New York, USA Why: Brooklyn based Danny Arakaki, known for his role as the guitarist/vocalist for the New Jersey sextet Garcia Peoples, steps into the spotlight with his solo debut album, "Tumble In...
Fleet Foxes Self Titled Debut Album
Who: Fleet Foxes What: Fleet Foxes Where: Seattle, Washington, USA Why: Seattle based post grunge indie folk rockers Fleet Foxes, under the careful, considered guidance of their fearless leader, principal songwriter and lead vocalist Robin Pecknold, held considerable...
Album Of The Week – Wavves “King Of The Beach”
Who: Wavves What: King Of The Beach Where: San Diego, California, USA Why: Centered around lead singer, guitarist, songwriter Nathan Williams, this Spin Magazine, A.V. Club, Pitchfork, Paste approved San Diego surf-punk band has released 7 albums and numerous singles...
Record Of The Week – Drag Racing 7” by Big Stick
Who: Big Stick What: Drag Racing/Hell on Earth 7″ Where: New York, New York, USA Why: In the vibrant music scene of 1985 New York City, a bold and unconventional musical duo emerged, capturing the heart of legendary BBC DJ John Peel with their indescribable, head...
This Album Matters – “Pacific Standard Time” by Velvet Starlings
Who: Velvet Starlings What: Pacific Standard Time Where: Los Angeles, California, USA Why: Early twenty’s 60s revivalist guitar slinger Christian Gisborne leads the festivities on this, the third Velvet Starlings album in four years. Released on Lemon Sun...
Album Of The Week – Ariel Pink “Dedicated To Bobby Jameson”
Who: Ariel Pink What: Dedicated To Bobby Jameson Where: Los Angeles, California via Santa Clarita, California via Beverlywood, Los Angeles, California via Mexico City via Louisiana via Los Angeles, California, USA Why: When first hearing this album, one cannot help...
Album Of The Week – Bobby Jameson as Chris Lucey “Songs Of Protest And Anti Protest”
Who: Bobby Jameson as Chris Lucey What: Songs Of Protest And Anti Protest Where: San Luis Obispo County, California via Hollywood, California via Glendale, California via Tucson, Arizona via Geneva, Illinois, USA Why: In the depths of musical obscurity lies the story...
Album Of The Week – Chris Ducey “Songs Of Protest And Anti Protest
Who: Chris Ducey What: Songs Of Protest And Anti Protest Where: Los Angeles, California, USA Why: Two albums titled "Songs Of Protest And Anti Protest", released nearly 50 years apart, have caused quite a bit of controversy and confusion since being recorded in 1965....
The Rock N Roll Resurrection Of Bobby Jameson
In the depths of musical obscurity lies the story of a forgotten legend and a legacy reborn. In 2017, Ariel Pink, the enigmatic American recording artist known for his lo-fi recordings and eccentric style, embarked on a journey to resurrect the ghost of a lost...
Rock N Roll Protests On Saint Patrick’s Day
This May 17th, as a way of marking Saint Patrick's Day, let's take a moment to revisit the Irish themed debut single by Wings, the band Paul McCartney formed after leaving The Beatles in 1970. Released on February 25th 1972, “Give Ireland Back To The Irish” was...
Album Of The Week – Nick Wheeldon & The Living Paintings “Waiting For The Piano To Fall”
Who: Nick Wheeldon & The Living Paintings What: Waiting For The Piano To Fall Where: Paris, France via Sheffield, England Why: Nick Wheeldon, the Parisian Englishman from Sheffield, England, recorded his third solo album, Waiting For The Piano To Fall live on a...
Album Of The Week – Zach Bryan “American Heartbreak”
Who: Zach Bryan What: American Heartbreak Where: Oologah, Oklahoma, USA via the United States Navy via Okinawa, Japan Why: Even with one of the most hyped origin stories in recent memory, it still takes stones to make your major label debut a triple album. With...
The #1 Song That Started Rock N Roll Is Not What You Think
For over 65 years now music historians have acknowledged the importance of Rocket 88 in the development of Rock N Roll. Several, in fact, consider it to be the very first Rock N Roll record ever. Here’s why. Rocket 88 was produced in March 1951 by Sam Phillips...
Nick Wheeldon And The Best Album Of 2024 So Far
An American in Paris? Not quite. Nick Wheeldon, the Parisian Englishman from Sheffield, England, recorded his third solo album, Waiting For The Piano To Fall live on a Tascam 388, 8-track tape recorder, during a week-long session in the countryside of Normandy,...
God Only Knows What Brian Wilson Would Have Been Without Her
Melinda Ledbetter (October 3, 1946 - January 30, 2024) Known in the annals of Rock N Roll for her significant role as the second wife and longtime partner of Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys, Melinda Ledbetter passed away January 30, 2024, at the age of 77 in her...
McCartney’s First Bass Gets Back!
The Höfner 500/1 Violin Bass has a significant history in Rock N Roll that began in 1961 when it caught the attention of the young 19 year old Paul McCartney. Previously McCartney had been playing the Höfner 500/5 President bass Stuart Sutcliffe had lent him before...
Album Of The Week – Temples “Exotico”
Who: Temples What: Exotico Where: Kettering, England Why: Sean Lennon has been off quietly padding his resume, producing Fat White Family side project Insecure Men, Lana Del Rey and Temples, one of England’s first wave of 21st century nouveau psych bands. Dad would be...
50,000,000 Kid Rock Fans Can’t Be Wrong?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_zkPZn5fVw After nearly a decade of pursuing fame and fortune on the explicit side of conventional, straightforward mainstream rap, Detroit’s Robert Ritchie, henceforth know as Kid Rock, turned his gaze towards Rock N Roll. And...
Mojo Nixon: The Final Chicken Drop
RIP Mojo Nixon Aug 2, 1957 – Feb 7, 2024 Mojo Nixon was a renowned underground American musician who left an indelible mark on the fringes of the underbelly of American music. Known for his unique blend of rockabilly and punk rock, he was a true pioneer of psychobilly...