Articles by Jason Draper
Song 2: How A Joke Song Became Blur’s Biggest Hit
Initially recorded in an attempt to “scare” their record label, Song 2 marked a career turnaround for Blur at a crucial moment.
Let’s Dance: The Story Behind David Bowie’s Floor-Filling Hit Song
A genre-spanning tribute to Black-music history, Let’s Dance was the song that made David Bowie a pop giant.
‘Cracker Island’ Review: Gorillaz At Their Most Pop-Minded And Fuss-Free
An open-hearted album which sounds a note of hope, ‘Cracker Island’ is a treasure among Gorillaz’s sprawling body of work.
Little Red Corvette: The Story Behind Prince’s Breakthrough Song
Prince’s breakthrough song, Little Red Corvette outpaced the competition with its exploration of casual sex.
Bands In Relationships: 20 Groups Who Dated, Got Married (Or Divorced)
Making love as well as music, these bands in relationships have starred in some of rock and pop’s most compelling soap operas.
Prince’s Super Bowl Halftime Show: The Full Story
Not even a freak storm could stop Prince’s Super Bowl halftime show from becoming the greatest in the event’s history.
How David Bowie’s “I’m Gay” Interview Helped Redefine Sexuality
‘I’m gay,’ declared David Bowie in a shock interview with ‘Melody Maker’, bringing gender fluidity and queer sexuality into the mainstream.
Beetlebum: Behind The Song That Saved Blur’s Career
A creative leap at a crucial moment, Beetlebum was the song that proved Blur could transcend Britpop’s trappings.
Where Are We Now? The Story Behind David Bowie’s Shock Comeback
Released without warning on his 66th birthday, Where Are We Now? found David Bowie reconnecting with his fans after years of silence.
‘The Fall’: When Damon Albarn Made A Gorillaz Album On His iPad
Recorded on his iPad while touring the US, ‘The Fall’ saw Damon Albarn upend the very concept of what a Gorillaz album could be.
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