Pop star Madonna, once accused by the Vatican of staging one of the most satanic shows in history, surprised fans by dedicating her hit “Like a Virgin” to the pope at a sold-out concert held in Rome.
“At the Roman leg of her tour, Madonna didn't miss the opportunity for a provocation that will certainly be discussed,” Italy's top newspaper Corriere della Sera said in a front-page report.
The rock legend torched his 1965 Fender Stratocaster at the end of a show at the Astoria in Finsbury Park, north London, in March 1967. The stunt sent roadies rushing to put out the flames and left Hendrix needing treatment for minor burns. The guitar was bought for just over the estimated price. In case you’re wondering, that’s $492,000!
The guitar was bought for just over the estimated price at the Fame Bureau's It's More Than Rock And Roll auction at the Idea Generation Gallery in east London, the guitar was snapped up for just over the estimated price.
Heavy Metal Parking Lot? is one of the greatest relics of metals heyday in the mid-1980s. The concept of this wildly entertaining documentary? is simple. Two dudes (Jeff Krulik and John Heyn) with no budget and a video camera troll the parking lot of the Capitol Centre in suburban Maryland before a 1986 Judas Priest concert.
HELL YEAH GIRL Ah, the Hell Yeah girl. I love how this girl remains constant in all of her answers. A simple “Hell Yeah” would be a good way of answering anything when you think about it. Try it out with your friends. When…
Here are five of our favorite musicians who decided to etch their name in the annals of history using a mustache as the pen.
It's safe to say that, as of right now, Jim James is cock-diesel. Not only is he lead singer of Kentucky-based Rolling Stone darlings My Morning Jacket, but he's also recently traded in his lumberjackish beard for something…
If you’re at all interested in sampling, or if you’re curious about this fascinating and controversial musical genre, these 18 albums, around 200 tracks and extra bonus links should provide plenty of inspiration!
“Phantom Aint Easy” - Justice vs. David Bowie “Boy Bombs” - Beck vs. M.I.A. “Should I Stay Or Should I Wait For The Man?” - The Clash vs. The Velvet Underground Party Ben is one of the most recognizable…
In this litigious day and age, James Gostelows reaction to being elbowed in the head by one of Britains most famous women was refreshing: “Not everyone can say they have been hit by Amy Winehouse.?
It wasn’t so much a ‘band versus fan’ moment as a ‘fan wins outright immediately’ moment. When Panic at the Disco took the stage at last year’s Reading Festival, frontman Brendon Urie…
Despite the success of Guitar Hero and Rock Band, you won’t see Led Zeppelin’s iconic tunes pop up in either game any time soon, according to the Wall Street Journal. The band, specifically Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page, is not comfortable giving gaming companies access to the group’s master recordings — a necessary step in adding the band . . .
Real instrument - Actually making a real sound and learning a skill useful for ones own expression. Rhythm game - A game that tests button skill and is something to pass the time. There's absolutely nothing wrong with this, but I think…
Rob O' Conner runs down some of the greatest guitar riffs.
7) “Back In Black”–AC/DC: It's a tad sad and ironic that AC/DC are considered to be a legendary band with their singer Bon Scott. Yet, the album for which they are most noted is the one made in tribute to him after he…
As most of you probably know, songs are generally composed of several verses (known as the A sections), a repeating chorus (known as the B section) and often a bridge (known as the C section). In this way, the most common formula for a song is A-A-B-A-B-C-B, or some variation thereof.
I’m Alright - Kenny Loggins; I love New York City - Andrew WK; I Get Around - Beach Boys; A Hard Day’s Night - Beatles; Cradle of Love - Billy Idol; I want you to want me - Cheap Trick; I Can’t…
Dinosaurs will die
Jeffrey, 17, doesn't mind that his heroes were also his parents' faves and that many of them are dead or eligible for Social Security. “They're just very cool old people,” he says, adding wistfully, “I wish they were…
