Journey Returns and Then Disintegrates
Key Takeaways: Essential Insights Reunion Success: Journey’s reunion in the ’90s marked a significant return to form with their album Trial by Fire. Rigorous Preparation: The band underwent extensive rehearsals to recreate their original sound. Chart Performance: The lead single…
Led Zeppelin Soundtrack Embodies ’70s Spectacle
The thrillingly outsized soundtrack of Song Remains the Same by Led Zeppelin did not suffer from the film’s momentum-stealing dream sequences, but the album still faced its own issues. Specifically, the puzzling exclusion of some key tracks from the movie…
Stevie Wonder Unveils His Musical Masterpiece
Key Insights Stevie Wonder’s Songs in the Key of Life was released on September 28, 1976, marking a significant milestone in his career. The album features contributions from over 130 musicians, showcasing Wonder’s collaborative spirit and musical diversity. It debuted…
Rock Albums Released on September 12: Top 10 Picks
Key Highlights Album Anniversaries: September 12 celebrates numerous significant album releases. Pink Floyd’s Legacy: Their album Wish You Were Here features a tribute to Syd Barrett. Aerosmith’s Comeback: The band achieved greater success with Pump following Permanent Vacation. Jimi Hendrix…
Oasis Delivers Unforgettable Performance at the MTV VMAs
On September 4, 1996, Oasis added another turbulent chapter to their legacy when they delivered a chaotic performance at the MTV Video Music Awards. It had already been a tumultuous year for the group, filled with inner strife due to…
Stephen Stills Collaborates with Bee Gees on Disco Hit
On Sept. 4, 1976 the Bee Gees reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their classic disco hit “You Should Be Dancing.” The song’s success was helped by an unlikely source: folk rocker Stephen Stills. The Bee Gees…
Bob Dylan’s First Pro Tools Album: The Untold Story
No one should ever accuse Bob Dylan, who first started making albums in the early ’60s, of refusing to bend to the arc of technological advancement. He’s always been well aware of its power. “Let’s not forget,” he said to…
‘Tattoo You’ Origins: Built from Rolling Stones’ Leftovers
Tattoo You is widely considered the last great album of the Rolling Stones. This reputation is well-deserved, as much of it was recorded when they were still regarded as one of the greatest bands in the world. Before their resurgence…
Start Me Up Revived by Rolling Stones from Obscurity
Time, as the Rolling Stones’ Keith Richards would readily admit, can offer new perspective. That certainly was the case with “Start Me Up,” which had originally boasted a reggae vibe during sessions for 1976’s Black and Blue. “I was convinced…
Bigger Than Both of Us by Hall & Oates Looks Forward
“Rich Girl” was the chart-topping hit from Daryl Hall and John Oates’ Bigger Than Both of Us. However, “Do What You Want, Be What You Are,” a deep cut from the same August 1976 album, better encapsulated the duo’s career…
Urine Shortage Threatens ‘Who’s Next’ Cover Success
Who’s Next arrived on Aug. 14, 1971, featuring a selection of songs that would become some of the Who’s most cherished, along with a cover image that Pete Townshend once described as “pissing on the obelisk.” The story behind this…
Oasis Breaks Britain’s Record for Largest Outdoor Concert
It is challenging to articulate the immense popularity of Oasis in the U.K. during the ’90s, but one of the best ways to grasp it is by exploring their iconic two-day performance at Knebworth on August 10 and 11, 1996….