Remembering Eric Clapton’s “Roseanne” Moment
In 1976, the rocker went on a racist rant at a concert. He apologized, but is that enough?
How R.E.M. Changed American Rock Forever
They weren’t necessarily the best selling or the most loved, but they altered music immensely.
God Playing ‘Louie Louie’: The Genius of Glenn Branca
The avant-garde composer, who died May 13 at age 69, unlocked the infinite possibilities of rock.
Does ‘People Have the Power’ Actually Mean Anything?
Patti Smith's protest anthem may have lost its meaning over time.
Tony Kinman and the Secret History of Rock ’n’ Roll
The country punk pioneer recently died at 63 after an extended battle with cancer.
‘The Sciences’ by Sleep Is One of the Best Metal Albums of All Time
It's the first new album of the century from the legendary doom metal trio.
Barbaric, Mystical and Bored: The Miracle of Neu!’s ‘Hallogallo’
How a West German band created the anthem of infinity.
When Will Rock’n’Roll Sing the Song of the J20 Defendants?
In times of war and unrest, music must become a rallying call.
Gerald Casale Takes Devo Very Seriously – And So Should You
The new-wave vanguard stays true to his aesthetic despite the changing times.
All You Need Is Plugs: Ringo Starr and the Improbable Hairlines of Our Heroes
The Newest Knight of Beatledom is as famed for his locks (or lack thereof) as his music.
We Are Living in the Golden Age of Cover Songs
How licensing original music keeps artists, like Radiohead, well-fed.
The Myth of ‘The Day The Music Died’
American rock 'n' roll was around long before the Beatles.
How the Beatles Scalped American Music
A former record executive argues that Beatlemania hurt homegrown rock'n'roll.
Dear Sirius XM: Stop Playing Ted Nugent
RCL's Tim Sommer argues that Sirius XM should ban Nugent over his Parkland school shooting comments.
It is Wartime. Where is Our Rock’n’Roll?
A former record executive laments the decline of risk-taking in rock.
Is Lordi the Overseas Answer to America’s Emasculated Rock Music?
This ain't your grandma's Finnish metal horror band.