Originally posted on Live to Write – Write to Live:
··• )o( •·· My daughter knew him as the Goblin King, but to countless fans around the world and across generations, he was so much more. Since Monday morning’s announcement of his passing, the Internet has been abuzz with lamentations for, tributes to, and a veritable…
Stone Gossard says Pearl Jam’s hard work is all paying off
earofnewt.com ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT, DEC. 19, 1991 When a rock writer does a lot of “phoners”—media slang for telephone interviews—with bands that are coming to town, once in a while wires get crossed. This scribbler was planning to speak to Pearl Jam vocalist Eddie Vedder last week, but guitarist Stone Grossard rang…
Alex Lifeson says Rush’s no-compromise approach is key to its staying power
earofnewt.com ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT, JAN. 30, 1992 When the Georgia Straight interviewed Queensrÿche vocalist Geoff Tate last month, the singer had some intriguing things to say about an alleged “backlash” against progressive rock, which he felt had been initiated by the music industry in the ’70s. Tate uncovered a plot to undermine…
The 10 Most Annoying Rock Star Behaviors
Originally posted on The Curious Cat:
A few months ago, we vented about the endless ways other fans annoy us at concerts. But that was really only half the battle: sometimes, it’s the performers themselves who sabotage the show. Here are the 10 most annoying things that bands do at rock concerts. 1. Show up…
A Map Of The Most Critically Acclaimed Rock Stars From Each State
Originally posted on Cinema Parrot Disco:
Another one of these “State by State” maps. I like these. 🙂 Map is from the following link, which tells you every artist in case there are some you don’t know: Buzz Feed
Mick Tyas 