The Scene:
The Scene features a variety of articles that explore a wide range of subjects, all of then delving into the many aspects of rock ‘n’ roll music, its artists and players, the music business and classic rock culture
1968 in Rock Music: A Look Back
A year of turmoil gave us some of the greatest music of all time. We look back at the heady year and the incredibly diverse sounds we heard.
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Remember Five Man Electrical Band’s 1971 Hit, ‘Signs’?
When the Canadian group’s single was re-released, with the B-side as the lead track, the song went on to become a big hit with its memorable lyrics
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The Moody Blues and Four Tops’ ‘A Simple Game’
When the Tops’ lead singer Levi Stubbs was arrested in London in 1970, it ultimately led to their working with the British band’s producer and covering one of their songs
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1977: The Year in 50 Classic Rock Albums
Many of these titles from this diverse year in music remain cornerstones of any essential classic rock record collection
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When the Rolling Stones Performed on NYC’s Fifth Ave.
To promote their 1975 Made in the Shade tour, the band pulled off a stunt for the ages, playing live on a flatbed truck. Those were the days…
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Rock Hall Omissions Part 2: Digging Deeper
Part One listed 100 artists that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has neglected to induct. We only scratched the surface, so here are 100 more
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‘Love Me Do’: The Beatles’ 1st Single Was the Sound of Identity
We don’t talk about it as one of the great debut singles, but perhaps that’s because it transcends the normal categories.
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Remember the K-Tel ‘As Advertised on TV’ Compilation Albums?
With his invention of the compilation album, entrepreneur Philip Kives revolutionized the marketing and sales of recorded music
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First-Generation Rockers: Who’s Still With Us?
With the deaths of Don Everly, Jerry Lee Lewis and Little Richard, we wonder: Which of the earliest rock ‘n’ rollers are alive? Here are 5 who made the music what it was
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Joan Baez ‘Diamonds & Rust’—Reflections on Her Friend Bob
Dylan asked her who her new song was about. She told him it was about her ex-husband. It wasn’t, of course. It was about Bob Dylan.
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