Interviews

Our discussions with many significant classic rock artists and others.

A Little ‘Hanky Panky’ with Tommy James: A Revealing Interview

He came to fame in 1966 after a song he and his teenage band, the Shondells, covered hit the top of the charts. The hitmaker reflects on his long career

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Linda Ronstadt on Eagles’ Start and SoCal Music Scene

In an intimate conversation, the Rock Hall of Famer discusses the ’70s SoCal singer-songwriter boom and how her backing band evolved into Eagles

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Arlo Guthrie Talks ‘Alice,’ Woody, and Seeger

A half-century after the death of his folk legend father, Woody, and the release of ‘Alice’s Restaurant,’ the singer-songwriter still heard the call

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The Turtles’ Howard Kaylan Interview: Album By Album

From 1965-70 they were one of America’s biggest singles bands. But they also produced six great albums. Their lead singer shares inside stories about each.

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DA Pennebaker Interview: ‘Monterey Pop,’ Dylan, Hendrix, & More

The Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker, who passed in 2019, spoke about his encounters with some of rock’s greatest talents.

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Ronnie Wood Interview on His Steps Before Joining the Rolling Stones

We talked with the legendary guitarist on his R&B roots, his influences, and playing with Faces, Jeff Beck and, of course, the Stones

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Interview: Procol Harum’s Gary Brooker on ‘Whiter Shade’

In the wide-ranging conversation, he talks about the band’s 1967 classic debut (and his favorite cover of it), working with Robin Trower and the Concert For George.

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Rick Wakeman Interview: Yes and Those Legendary Capes

The keyboard legend chats about his prog rock career, Yes’ Rock Hall induction, and why he started wearing those famous capes!

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Eric Burdon: An Interview With an Animal

Nearly six decades after he first arrived with the Animals, one of the great British blues-rock belters of all time is still going strong.

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Paul Carrack Talks About His Varied Career

The man who sang “How Long,” “The Living Years,” “Tempted” and “Don’t Shed a Tear” often plays with Eric Clapton and has a strong solo career.

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