In the vibrant realm of guitar mastery, few artists illuminate the stage quite like Andy Wood. Renowned for his unique blend of rock, bluegrass, and jazz, Wood’s innovative techniques and eclectic musical influences have carved a distinct niche in the guitar world. With a career marked by daring creativity and dexterous prowess, his recent project, […]
PHOTO: DEAN KARR | In the world of rock and roll, few names resonate with the same gravity as Michael Hutchence. From the unmistakable voice that defined INXS to his enigmatic stage presence, Hutchence left an indelible mark on music history. Today, we sit down with legendary music producer Danny Saber whose collaboration with Hutchence […]
PHOTO: AXEL DUPEUX | Towards the end of his memoir Under a Rock, which hit shelves on June 11th via St. Martin’s Press, Blondie co-founder Chris Stein reflects: “I remember that back then, Debbie and I never felt we’d quite succeeded, that we’d only attained some cult status; it’s only now in the rearview mirror […]
Friends groaned when it came time for me to move and they had to hoist those boxes of old Trouser Press magazines I’d saved: Was I really moving them again? Well, yes. From the late ’70s until 1984, the plucky magazine was an invaluable guide to not only the best of classic British rock, but […]
In the annals of power pop, Paul Collins is up there with Dwight Twilley and Shoes, who both happen to appear on his new album. Collins’ work goes back to being a teenage member of the mid-1970s San Francisco band The Nerves, whose “Hanging on the Telephone” was recorded by Blondie. His own band The […]
A familiar figure on the New York rock scene since he was a teenager on Television guitarist Richard Lloyd’s solo debut, James Mastro went on to help found The Bongos and later the alt-country Health and Happiness Show before becoming an in-demand guitarist for other artists, from John Cale and Garland Jeffries to Alejandro Escovedo […]
In the enthralling realm of industrial music, few figures loom as large or carry as much influence as Sascha Konietzko. As the visionary founder and frontman of KMFDM, he has sculpted a sonic landscape that defies convention and embraces the avant-garde with unwavering ferocity. With a career spanning decades, Sascha’s indelible imprint on music reverberates […]
I get a call from Omaha on a frigid Wednesday afternoon. For the last week or so, I’ve been revisiting Matthew Sweet’s discography. A cluster of Midwest tour dates are bringing the power pop legend back onstage mid-February. I tell him I’m looking forward to opening night in Kansas City and, happily, so is he. […]
We’re ecstatic to unveil a no-holds-barred interview with the radiant Lucia Cifarelli, the voice that powers the legendary industrial rock leviathan, KMFDM. Since her fortuitous induction in 2002, Lucia has enveloped KMFDM with a whirlwind of creative energy, igniting their sound with her distinctive fiery spirit. Lucia Cifarelli’s potent vocals and lyrical prowess have not […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry, few artists possess the unyielding determination and artistic prowess that Rachael Sage embodies. Her multifaceted career has spanned over two decades, garnering critical acclaim and a fiercely dedicated fanbase. As I sat down with this indomitable singer-songwriter, pianist, and producer, the underlying theme of our conversation became […]
Guitar virtuoso Adrian Vandenberg has been a prominent figure in the world of rock music for decades, thanks to his signature sound and technical prowess on the six string. Best known for his stint as one of the guitarists in Whitesnake during the late 1980s, Vandenberg has also made significant contributions to many other bands, […]
PHOTO: RIO WARNER | In the vibrant and ever-evolving music scene of the 1980s, one name shone brightly amidst a sea of artists, Josie Cotton. With her audacious new wave sound and captivating stage presence, Cotton quickly became an icon of the era. From her popular hits like “Johnny Are You Queer?” and “He Could […]
Ben Christo may be one the best musicians you’ve never heard of—until now. From an early age, Christo had a passion for music as well as a deep appreciation for the guitarwork that permeated the pop airwaves of his generation. After a thrilling performance at a Christmas talent show, Ben knew music—and the guitar—were his […]
I catch Mat Osman on a Monday morning, but he’s in London, where it must be nearing teatime. He doesn’t sound as if he needs a pick-me-up; as soon as he picks up the phone we’re off to the races. “I spend all of my life talking,” he says, which is one of the reasons […]
PHOTOS: ROBERT ASHCROFT | “Get a little courage, find a little backbone,” urges Julian Lennon in “Every Little Moment,” the second track off his reflective new album Jude, in stores September 9th—and 10th on vinyl, in remembrance of his mother Cynthia Lennon’s birthday. Current and intensely relevant in its focuses of introspection and soul-searching—individually, and […]
