What do young and old rock musician share in common?
They both rebel against a system, fighting to prove that regardless of age, their voice is relevant. Rock music has long been associated with youth, often portraying images of disenfranchised young rebels challenging the establishment, or the exuberance of young love and partying. However, as the genre matures, so too do its artists, and we are witnessing a new generation of rockers who bring a perspective shaped by age and experience. This evolution suggests that rock music is far from immutable, constantly redefining itself through the lenses of those who create it. The recent works of artists like Ian Hunter, Patty Smyth,......
Howlin’ Wolf once said, "The blues is a language that needs no translation," and that very well could be because you either get it or you don’t. It’s a genre that's often misunderstood, sometimes even dismissed by those who think it’s just about simple scales and repetitive chord progressions. But these opinions often say more about the listener than the music itself.
Slash’s new album, “Orgy of the Damned,” could easily have been celebrated purely for its star-studded lineup, featuring the likes of Gary Clark Jr., Billy Gibbons, Chris Stapleton, Dorothy, Iggy Pop, Paul Rodgers, Demi Lovato, Brian Johnson, Chris Robinson, Tash Neal, Steven Tyler,......
Spotify's CEO Daniel Ek sparked a firestorm of backlash with his assertion that the cost of content creation is "close to zero." This statement is a concise summary of what is wrong with the digital world today.
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Through the lens of AI, social media, and an MBA-driven mindset, art has been reduced to its most rote tasks, with the intent of making its creation more efficient, cost-effective, and profitable. The problem is, this approach has not made it profitable for musicians and has stripped away the very elements that made art valuable—the time, effort, and struggle that an artist invests in the birth of their work.
Art is not merely content. It's a......
To the excitement of many, the surprise of others, and the curiosity of more than a few, Steve Perry, the iconic and much-beloved former frontman of Journey, has signed a new record deal. As of this announcement, the details regarding the label and the terms remain undisclosed. Personally, I am thrilled, very supportive, and pleasantly surprised.
In prior interviews following the release of his 2018 album "Traces," Perry mentioned that he walked away from the limelight because he had lost his spark; the love for singing was no longer there. This wasn't a new mindset for the iconic voice of the '80s. Before joining Journey, he was involved in a project called Alien Project. After the tragic......
Sixteen years after its initial release, Don Dokken's 2008 acoustic rock album "Solitary" deserves to be celebrated as a standout work in his illustrious career. Originally sold exclusively to fans attending his tour, "Solitary" found new life with a digital re-release in 2014, featuring additional tracks, and a physical media release in 2020. Despite its limited initial availability, the album showcases Don Dokken's profound artistry and emotional depth, distinct from his work with his band, Dokken.
In a recent interview with FM2.0, Don Dokken expressed pride in "Solitary" but also disappointment that no label originally picked up the album, noting that it "didn't sound like Dokken." This......
