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
Sam Cooke, By Those Who Knew Him
“Sam had a big influence on anybody,” said soul singer Bobby Womack. “To me, cancer would be good if Sam gave it out. I’m serious.”
Read MoreMusicians We Lost in 2021
Many of our favorite artists were taken from us in 2021, both due to the Covid-19 virus and other causes. We pay our respects
Read MoreBilly Joel Triumphs in Return to the Garden
The Piano Man resumed his residency at New York’s Madison Square Garden, more than 20 months after live performances were suspended for the pandemic
Read More1980: The Year in 50 Classic Rock Albums
The big question was where would rock go? Would the ’80s simply be a continuance of the ’70s, or would we see a new landscape?
Read MoreKeith Emerson (1944 – 2016) Tributes
We’ve handpicked some tributes from fellow musicians to the ELP keyboardist who died on March 10, 2016. “I hope you still felt proud.”
Read More17 Classic Chuck Berry Covers
The legend, who may have invented rock and roll, died at 90 in 2017. To celebrate his legacy, we’ve chosen 17 of his best, as covered by some of his biggest fans
Read MoreMoby Grape’s ‘Worst Night’: Excerpt from New Fillmore East Book
“That night was something else. I had friends out there and they were laughin’. We finally got up and kicked some ass.”–Moby Grape guitarist Jerry Miller
Read MoreHappy Birthday to Drummer Kenney Jones
He’s in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a co-founder of Small Faces and Faces, and joined The Who in 1978
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