33 Years Ago: Eric Carr Plays His Last Kiss Show
He wasn’t the band’s original drummer, but he’d long since earned a place of honor. Continue reading…
Category: Rock
When Twisted Sister Aimed for the Mainstream – and Missed
Their ambitious fourth album remains a cautionary tale. Continue reading…
How Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ Debut Slowly Built Momentum
He blamed the record company’s lack of promotion; he also blamed the album cover. Continue reading…
50 Years Ago: Billy Joel Begins March to Stardom With ‘Piano Man’
Even the most distinguished career has to start somewhere. Continue reading…
How Eric Clapton Opened His Heart and Made a Masterpiece
The guitarist’s best album wasn’t credited to him – and he wasn’t even in a real band. Continue reading…