10 Takeaways From Graham Coxon’s ‘Verse, Chorus, Monster!’ Book
In his memoir, ‘Verse, Chorus, Monster!’, Blur guitarist Graham Coxon reflects on Britpop, addiction and creative approaches to self-care.
Atlantic Records: The Story Of How One Record Label Changed The World
For 75 years, Atlantic Records has been home to an array of artists and landmark albums. It is one of the most influential labels in history.
‘Let It Be’: How The Replacements Made Their Masterpiece Album
The Replacements’ third album, ‘Let It Be’, was a ‘dumb-smart’ leap for a band that legions of listeners would soon take to their hearts.
‘Lovehunter’: The Story Behind Whitesnake’s Controversial Second Album
Its album cover incensed the press, but Whitesnake’s second album, ‘Lovehunter’, is an excellent record that stands among the group’s best.
Dance, Dance, Dance (Yowsah, Yowsah, Yowsah): Chic’s Debut Disco Detonator
A pure blast of floor-filling panache, Chic’s debut single, Dance, Dance, Dance (Yowsah, Yowsah, Yowsah), subverted disco’s escapism.
‘The Uplift Mofo Party Plan’: How Red Hot Chili Peppers Saw The Light
A cult hit on release, ‘The Uplift Mofo Party Plan’ laid the groundwork for Red Hot Chili Peppers’ subsequent success.
‘Stage’: The Live Album That Reaffirmed David Bowie’s Post-Punk Prestige
Expertly performed and meticulously recorded, the ‘Stage’ live album captured David Bowie and his band hitting yet another new peak.
‘The 2nd Law’: Behind Muse’s Thermodynamic Sixth Album
Amid the gloom of the banking crisis and the jubilation of the London 2012 Olympics, Muse’s sixth album, ‘The 2nd Law’, saw them go for gold.
Best 2000s Music Videos: 20 Promo Clips That Defined The Noughties
From newfangled CGI to jaw-dropping choreography, the best 2000s music videos broke new ground and helped usher in the viral video era.
1999: Behind The Prince Song That Started A New Era In Pop Music
Inspired by Nostradamus’ prophesies for the end of the world, Prince’s 1999 song pointed to a bold new future for pop music.
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