‘Look Sharp!’ How A Roxette Fan Listened To His Heart And Made Stars Of The Band
Roxette’s second album, ‘Look Sharp!’, became a global success after a student took it to his local radio station, hoping to spread the word.
Erotica: The Story Behind Madonna’s Wildly Controversial Song
Issued in 1992, Erotica, the lead song from Madonna’s album of the same name, faced a barrage of controversy not entirely of its own making…
‘Stop Making Sense’: Talking Heads’ Groundbreaking Concert Film
Talking Heads’ spectacular live concert movie, ‘Stop Making Sense’, was more than matched by its riveting soundtrack album.
Grateful Dead: Why Jerry Garcia’s Group Are America’s Definitive Rock Band
Characterised as a “long strange trip”, Grateful Dead’s legacy is one like no other in the history of music.
‘Return Of The Dream Canteen’ Review: Another Feast From Red Hot Chili Peppers
With the eclectic and exhilarating double-album ‘Return Of The Dream Canteen’, Red Hot Chili Peppers pick up where ‘Unlimited Love’ left off.
‘Time’: Fleetwood Mac Reset The Clock For Their Final 90s Album
Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Time’ album might have featured a short-lived line-up, but Christine McVie’s songs shine through.
“Morrissey Was Already Unique”: Remembering The Smiths’ Live Debut
The Smiths hadn’t yet enlisted Andy Rourke, but on 4 October 1982, the band staged their debut live show at Manchester’s Ritz ballroom.
Everybody: The Story Behind Madonna’s Universally Great Debut Song
Madonna’s debut single, Everybody, still packs dancefloors. ‘I remember the feeling when I heard it on the radio,’ says ‘The Queen Of Pop’.
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.
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