William, It Was Really Nothing: Why This Smiths Song Is Still Quite Something
Brief, brash and beautifully-executed, William, It Was Really Nothing is a glorious Smiths single that still holds up today.
Partyman: How Jack Nicholson Inspired Prince’s Hit ‘Batman’ Song
Written as a theme song of sorts for The Joker in Tim Burton’s ‘Batman’, Partyman was inspired by a meeting between Prince and Jack Nicholson.
‘Sleeps With Angels’: Behind Neil Young’s Poignant Tribute To Kurt Cobain
Brooding and mournful, the low-key ‘Sleeps With Angels’ is a mid-90s masterpiece from Neil Young And Crazy Horse.
Remembering Ramones’ Debut At CBGB, 1974: “This Was Something Completely New”
Although they were still developing their style in 1974, Ramones had found a unique sound by the time they debuted at New York’s CBGB club.
Best Lindsey Buckingham Solo Songs: 20 Non-Fleetwood Mac Essentials
Described as ‘indie films’ against Fleetwood Mac’s blockbuster projects, the best Lindsey Buckingham solo songs reveal a true artist at work.
‘Feats Don’t Fail Me Now’: How Little Feat Hit The Big Time
Snatching victory from the jaws of defeat, Little Feat’s fourth album, ‘Feats Don’t Fail Me Now’, answered the group’s prayers.
Forever Young: How Alphaville’s New Wave Classic Became A TikTok Trend
A decades-old song turned Gen Z favourite, Alphaville’s 1984 hit Forever Young is experiencing a massive resurgence on TikTok.
Best 90s Songs: 30 Era-Defining Tracks From An Undefinable Decade
From bold Britpop anthems to incendiary blasts of gangsta rap, the best 90 songs shine with old-school swagger and head-spinning diversity.
Best John Hughes Movies: 10 Classic Films And Their Soundtrack Highlights
With memorable soundtracks that reflect their characters’ innermost feelings, the best John Hughes films remain touchstones of teen cinema.
The Stooges’ Debut Album: A Track-By-Track Guide To Every Song
Initially seen as being too extreme to succeed, The Stooges’ debut album has been highly influential, as proven by this guide to its songs.
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