Cardiff, Wales, was buzzing with excitement as Oasis, the iconic Britpop band, kicked off their reunion tour after a 16-year break. Fans from all over the world, including Australia, gathered in the streets, eager to relive the magic of the Gallagher brothers, Noel and Liam. The anticipation was high, and the atmosphere was electric. The tour, titled Live '25, marks...
Brian Wilson, the mastermind behind the Beach Boys, has left this world at the age of 82. His family shared the sad news, asking for privacy as they mourn. Wilson's journey in music began in the 1960s, when he co-founded the Beach Boys with his brothers and cousins. Their first hit, "Surfin', " kicked off a series of successful albums and singles. Wilson's creative g...
David Thomas, the leader of the experimental rock band Pere Ubu, passed away at his home in Brighton, England, on April 24. He was 71 years old. His death was announced on the band's Facebook page, where it was mentioned that he had been battling a long-term illness. It was also shared that Thomas wanted his final resting place to be his farm in Pennsylvania, with th...
Larry Tamblyn, a name that might not ring a bell for many, was a key figure in the music scene of the 1960s. He was a founding member of The Standells, a band that many consider to be pioneers of punk rock. The Standells' music was raw and energetic, laying the groundwork for future bands like the Sex Pistols and the Ramones. Their most famous song, "Dirty Water, " i...
Bob Weir, the long-time guitarist of the Grateful Dead, has shared a heartfelt tribute to his bandmate Phil Lesh, who passed away recently. Weir highlighted Lesh's influence on his musical style and the band's improvisational sound. Lesh introduced Weir to jazz legends like John Coltrane and McCoy Tyner at a young age, shaping his approach to playing guitar. Together...
The news sent shockwaves through the music world: R.E.M., the iconic alternative rock band, has reunited for the first time in 16 years. The surprise performance at the Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony in New York left fans and critics alike wondering if this was just a one-off or a sign of things to come. But before we dive into the details, let's take a...