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
10 Times the Beatles Used Pseudonyms on Records
You may not think you know Dr. Winston O’Boogie, Percy Thrillington, Jai Raj Harrison or Richie Snare, but trust us, you do.
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The History-Making ‘Come and Get Your Love,’ From Redbone
In 1974, the group became the first Native American band to achieve a Top 5 single on the Hot 100. The song received its first official video in 2020
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The Doobie Brothers’ ‘What a Fool Believes’: Behind Their #1 Hit
The song almost didn’t happen. Michael McDonald’s sister told him it sounded like ‘circus music’ and to forget it. Good thing he didn’t listen to her!
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The Rolling Stones’ ‘Tumbling Dice’: Admit It, You Don’t Know the Lyrics
You’ve sung it at a bar and in your car. You’ve even shouted them at the top of your lungs at a Stones concert. But do you know them all?
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6 Bands. 6 Hits. 1 Lead Singer
The singer still lays claim to the title of the only one-hit wonder who did it six times. It’s a title that’s unlikely to ever be matched.
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The Moody Blues Overdue 2018 Rock Hall Induction
The group members were genuinely humbled following their decades-long snub. Watch their speeches and performances of several favorites
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When Eric Clapton Surprised With Electric ‘Layla’ at Tokyo’s Budokan
Slowhand’s set at the legendary venue – his first concert of 2019 – included an electric version of a favorite, which he’s been doing acoustically for years
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10 Solos by Jazz Greats on Rock Songs
When classic rock acts need a certain sound, and have enough cash, prestige, or luck, they hire an iconic musician they feel would be perfect for the job
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1965 NME Concert Dream Lineup: Beatles, Stones, Kinks + more
Our Classic Video is like your own time machine with an incredible lineup of British Invasion acts performing at one concert
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1972: The Year in Rock Music
In 1972 the music scene was increasingly dominated by new arrivals like Elton John, David Bowie and Eagles. But many ’60s favorites still hung around.
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