In the first stages of his career, Beck's relationship with Clapton was just as much (if not more) defined by Clapton's ...
Jimi Hendrix was famous for his ability as a live performer, but his final gig was almost completely ruined as the Hell's ...
Jeff Beck may have been one of the greatest living guitarists in The Yardbirds, but he knew that this was the final straw when playing with the blues legends.
Joe Perry's very best performances span years across his career with rock band Aerosmith, and these four are some of our top picks.
There are fascinating connections and links during the decisive years from the period in which he acquires his first guitars, ...
Jimmy Page was Led Zeppelin’s architect. He produced the records, and his experience as a session guitarist and member of The Yardbirds helped guide Led Zeppelin’s extraordinary rise. Though he was in ...
Bob Mould has announced of a new studio album, Here We Go Crazy, which is released on March 7 via Granary Music/BMG Records.
Living with Hendrix? Jamming with Dylan? Giving Axl relationship advice? Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood has done it all ...
Mark LeVine is a longtime contributor to Afropop Worldwide, also a scholar, musician and author of numerous books. Here, he reviews Rikki Stein's memoir, Moving Music. Afropop's Banning Eyre recently ...
Tributes have been paid to a “legend” former music promoter who brought the likes of Led Zeppelin to the area.
When Jimmy Page tried to continue the London-based R&B band The Yardbirds with a new line-up in 1968, it seemed natural to call themselves "The New Yardbirds" to cash in on the previous act's fame.
Eric Clapton’s return visits to his beloved Royal Albert Hall in London are a frequent reminder of the history of this rare relationship between artist and venue. In September 2018, it was ...