Matt Wardlaw
The US Festival’s 30th Anniversary: Remembering the Ten Million Dollar Backstage Pass
Apple co-founder Wozniak's concerts of the early 80's put people in the seats, but nearly put HIM in the poorhouse!
Heart’s Ann Wilson On Getting Sober: ‘The Tarp has Come Off’
Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart cover a lot of ground in their new memoir ‘Kicking & Dreaming,’ which hits stores on Sept. 18. In the book, Nancy talks about moving past the end of her longtime marriage to film director Cameron Crowe , while Ann reveals that she’s been sober now for nearly three years.
Aerosmith’s Joe Perry to Chronicle His Journey ‘to Find Rock and Roll’ With New Autobiography
Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry is all too aware that every syllable which leaves his lips is fair game to ignite potential controversy. He aims to bring many topics into very clear focus with his forthcoming autobiography that’s currently in the works.
Styx, REO Speedwagon + Ted Nugent Bring High Octane ‘Midwest Rock ‘N Roll Express’ to Ohio
The roar of the crowd was surprisingly deafening on Saturday evening when Styx frontman Tommy Shaw asked how many in attendance were seeing the group for the first time. It was a moment which provided proof positive that classic rock continues to cross over into new generations.
Joe Walsh Says the Eagles Were ‘Lucky’ to Break Up Before Their Relationships Were ‘Irreparably Damaged’
The release of the landmark ‘Hotel California’ album was a heady time for the Eagles, who were in a transitional phase, welcoming new guitarist Joe Walsh to their lineup.
Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Gary Rossington On Their New Album And Bassist
Southern rock godfathers Lynyrd Skynyrd have released seven albums together since reuniting in 1987, a decade after the tragic plane crash which claimed the lives of three band members, including original vocalist and primary lyricist Ronnie Van Zant.
Aerosmith’s Brad Whitford Says ‘Competition And Rivalry’ Make For ‘Great Music’
With Aerosmith preparing for liftoff on their ‘Global Warming’ summer tour with Cheap Trick, they’ve been doing a lot of press to talk about both the upcoming trek and their highly anticipated new album.
Roger Waters Plans New Solo Album, Live DVD from ‘Wall’ Tour
While he might be currently looking in the rear view mirror, celebrating the legacy of Pink Floyd’s classic ‘The Wall’ album, the experience has put Roger Waters in the planning mode for a new solo album, which would be his first proper solo release since 1990’s ‘Amused to Death.’
Police Drummer Stewart Copeland On His Good-Natured Rivalry With Rush’s Neil Peart
Police drummer Stewart Copeland might not be the biggest fan of the music of Rush, but he and fellow skinsman Neil Peart are longtime friends keeping a good-natured rivalry regarding their craft and individual personalities.
Joe Walsh Recruits Billy Gibbons, Country Stars for ‘Crossroads’ TV Show
Joe Walsh will corral some of his country pals and an old rock and roll friend to help celebrate the release of his new solo album ‘Analog Man,’ appearing on a special edition of the popular CMT ‘Crossroads’ series which will premiere on Saturday, June 23.
Styx Bassist Ricky Phillips Discusses New Tour and Playing With Ronnie Montrose
In the now familiar world of classic rock package tours, Styx have become the masters of the concept, touring nearly every summer with a revised approach that somehow never fails to feel fresh.
This summer, they’re on the road with their old friends REO Speedwagon. And although there’s a definite bond formed through the years of working together, the friendly rivalry between the two still fuels a
New Neil Young Book Explores Recording Rarities And Concert Performances
While Neil Young documents his own ‘Journeys’ with an upcoming film directed by longtime friend Jonathan Demme, a new book takes a look at the Canadian legend and attempts to clear the vaults out to share some Young factoids you might not have heard before.