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Rock Music

A must-visit for rock fans seeking sharp, passionate critiques and deep dives into the genre’s evolving landscape. Reviews that capture the essence of new releases, analyzing everything from lyrics to guitar riffs, while placing them within the broader context of rock’s storied history. Thoughtful commentary highlighting the leaders and innovators pushing the genre forward, through profiles, interviews and insights into their creative journeys. Expect a mix of reverence for rock’s roots and enthusiasm for its future, making it a go-to for both classic rock aficionados and seekers of the next big sound. Read more about Music.

An abstract collaborative painting shows bold red, black, gold, purple and blue shapes around a central white circle marked with handwritten signatures.

Can Rock Royalty Really Make Art Worth Owning?

Less partisan collectors shouldn't automatically shy away from paintings and sculpture crafted by big-name musicians, though caution is advised.
By Simon Coates
Woman and man stand in front of rose bush

Rock Muse Pattie Boyd Is Selling a Trove of Photos, Love Letters, Artwork and More

Among the lots up for auction are love letters from George Harrison and Eric Clapton.
By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
A man in a blue open shirt and a headband raises his right arm on a stage bathed in blue and green light

Frank Ocean, Coachella and Beautiful Chaos: Is Live Music Dead?

Musicians used to have to play live shows to build their brands, but social media and streaming have made touring optional, robbing music lovers of an organic, immersive experience.
By Jameson Draper

Rock and Roll Muse Pattie Boyd Reflects On Her Work As Model And Photographer In ‘My Life In Pictures’

By Marissa DeSantis

Mariah Carey’s Wrenching New Memoir Reveals She Once Wrote an Alt Rock Album

By Helen Holmes

From Lana to Lizzo to Vampire Weekend, The 14 Most Anticipated Albums of Spring 2019

By Owen Myers
A lifeguard boat in Atlantic City.

Gov. Phil Murphy Calls For State ‘Partnership’ With Atlantic City

By Christian Hetrick
Roger Waters performs during his Us + Them Tour at Staples Center on June 20, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.

Impotent Political Grandstanding Is Forcing Rock and Roll into Irrelevancy

By Tim Sommer
Singer Neil Young performs onstage at the 25th anniversary MusiCares 2015 Person Of The Year Gala honoring Bob Dylan at the Los Angeles Convention Center on February 6, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.

Neil Young’s ’70s Classic ‘On the Beach’ Celebrates an Identity Eroded by Loss

By Justin Joffe
The Caption.

Rising New York Indie Duo The Caption on Their Emotional Debut Single

By Rob LeDonne
Chuck Berry in a promo photo for his final album.

‘Chuck’ Reminds Us That Not All Posthumous Releases Are Profound Final Statements

By Justin Joffe
Rock guitar virtuoso Jimi Hendrix (1942 - 1970) caught mid guitar-break during his performance at the Isle of Wight Festival, August 1970.

Jimi Hendrix’s North Jersey Days

By Ron Hart
James Murphy of LCD Soundsystem

Book on 2000s NY Rock Scene Has Everyone in It Begging for Redactions, Including Me

By Sarah Lewitinn
Soundgarden

How Grunge Saved Rock ‘n’ Roll

By Tim Sommer
Eric Blum, DEVO in their signature hazmat suits, 1978.

Mark Mothersbaugh’s Singular Artistic Vision

By David D'Arcy
Country Joe and the Fish

The Strange Story of Country Joe & the Fish and the Summer of Love

By John Kruth
Ray Davies

We Deserve So Much More From Ray Davies Than ‘Americana’

By Tim Sommer
Midnight Oil

15 Years Later, Midnight Oil Reunite to Save Us From Oblivion

By John Kruth
Paul McCartney

How Paul McCartney Saved Classic Rock From Extinction

By Ron Hart
Sib Hashian

How Sib Hashian and Boston Taught Me to Love Rock ‘N’ Roll Without Irony

By Tim Sommer
Gorillaz in Saturnz Barz.

Gorillaz Soundtrack the Trumpocalypse on ‘Humanz’

By Bryn Gelbart
Pinegrove.

Meet Pinegrove, Your New Favorite New Jersey Indie Rock Band

By Ilana Kaplan
Nashville-based rock band, Los Colognes.

Song Premiere: Los Colognes Debut Low-key Summer Jam ‘Sneakin’ Breadcrumbs’

By Bryn Gelbart
The Black Angels

How The Black Angels Channeled Modern Chaos Into Their Apocalypse Pop ‘Death Song’

By Justin Joffe
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