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Metal band Slipknot has officially confirmed the identity of their new drummer following many months of speculation. Previous drummer Jay Weinberg left the group last year, tying his departure to an internal “creative decision”. Weinberg joined the band after Slipknot announced their split with longtime drummer Joey Jordison in December 2013, after he left under…

Anyone who tuned in to the first few seconds of Peter Jackson’s The Beatles: Get Back were greeted with a charmingly lo-fi doo-wop song. It perfectly fit the black-and-white setting of Liverpool before the band’s major success, but it wasn’t entirely clear why this song, in particular, was being used. It didn’t really sound like…

Very few artists could resonate with the soul quite like Janis Joplin. Her tragic yet captivating image, belting out soulful blues tunes and mesmerising audiences with genuine admiration, remains one of rock’s most enthralling scenes. Renowned for her distinctive wail and unfiltered approach to life, she is one of music’s most exceptional vocalists. Born in…

George Harrison struggled to find the recognition he deserved when he began songwriting in earnest for The Beatles. The guitarist had garnered a reputation as the Quiet Beatle, and for a time, it seemed as though he would stay true to his identity and perform from the shadows or be as close as the Fab…

We go back in time to bring you an interesting contrast in musical genres, with the Bee Gees giving Bob Dylan’s classic “Blowin’ in the Wind” its own spin. It would be a chore to include all the musicians who have covered Dylan’s songs. Nonetheless, we will always remember a very special rendition of his…

The world was still in shock following John Lennon’s tragic death in December 1980. Then, a single ray of light emerged. “Woman”, the first posthumous release of Lennon’s music, served as a powerful reminder of his immense talent. This upbeat track showcased Lennon at his songwriting best, delivering a crowd-pleaser that resonated deeply with fans…

Bob Marley, the reggae icon whose music transcended borders and sparked global love for the genre, left behind a vibrant legacy. But his life wasn’t without challenges. He survived a harrowing assassination attempt in 1976, and a year later, faced the diagnosis of acral lentiginous melanoma. His decision to follow his Rastafarian beliefs and not…

American rock legend, Bruce Springsteen, recently opened up about his health struggles and discussed the future of his career. The renowned ‘Born to Run’ singer shared an update on his battle with peptic ulcer disease, which led to the postponement of some of his world tour dates. In a recent interview with SiriusXM, Springsteen revealed…

There is no white female singer as good and as true as Janis Joplin. The singer, who died at the age of 27 due to heroin overdose, showed courage and vocal prowess when it comes to belting high notes. She’s a woman with a tight blues background, but listening to her sing with different genres…