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This article is an interview with John Cale, an art-rock icon, discussing his new album and various aspects of his career. Cale talks about his approach to songwriting, blending different musical elements, and his appreciation for hip-hop. He also reflects on his collaborations with Andy Warhol and Lou Reed, and shares his thoughts on the music business and the concept of musical genius. Cale emphasizes the importance of creativity and enjoying the process of making art. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the history, censorship, and evolution of independent rock music in China. Topics explored include the live performances of rock bands at music venues such as Dusk Dawn Club in Beijing, the police presence at rock concerts and music festivals in the country, and the significant influence of Western music on the rock music scene of China.

The article presents a biography of the Southern rock musician Gregg Allman who passed away on May 27, 2017. It describes his growing up in Nashville, Tennessee with his brother Duane and their attraction to guitar music, particularly blues music. It mentions how the brothers formed the Allman Brothers Band and found their style of Southern rock. The article also covers Duane's death and Gregg's drug and alcohol use. It concludes with the end of the band and Gregg's health problems that lead to his death.

The article offers a profile of actor and musician Jared Leto. Emphasis is given to topics such as his experimentation with drugs in his youth, his performance in the film "Dallas Buyers Club" and subsequent casting as the Joker character in the film "Suicide Squad," and touring with his rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars. Other topics include Leto's passion for rock climbing and hiking, his adoption of the technique of Method acting, his purchase of a former secret Air Force base as a home in Los Angeles, California.

The article discusses a publicity stunt by Jered "Threatin" Eames during which he promoted himself as a significant pop-metal music artist, booking numerous rock clubs across the United Kingdom for his supposed 10-city European concert tour supporting his album "Breaking the World." Topics include Eames' decision to execute the hoax in an effort to promote his own music after learning that he had a life-threatening illness and failing to do so in the traditional way.

The article profiles musician Chester Bennington of the band Linkin Park and provides details on his life leading up to his July 2017 suicide. It looks at his friendship with musician Chris Cornell of the band Soundgarden, who committed suicide in May 2017 and also discusses Bennington's struggles with alcoholism. Comments from his friends and families on Bennington's behavior and concert performances prior to his death are included.

The article presents information on vocalist and songwriter Ray Davies, of rock band The Kinks, and the story of his life through 15 songs. Topics include details on Ray's brother and fellow band member Dave Davies, mention of Ray's work creating solo music albums after the band split up in 1996, and mention of Ray's work with drummer Mick Avory. The article also mentions songs such as "You Really Got Me," "Till the End of the Day," "Waterloo Sunset," "Where Have All the Good Time Gone," and "This Time Tomorrow."

The article profiles musician Dave Grohl, a member of the bands Foo Fighter and Nirvana, focusing on the energy, optimism and enthusiasm he brings to his projects. Topics include his documentary television series "Sonic Highways" and its accompanying rock album of the same name; his attempts to find a work-life balance that enables him to spend time with his wife and three daughters. His bandmates in Foo Fighter Pat Smear, Chris Shiflett, Nate Mendel and Taylor Hawkins also discuss his leadership of the band and its formation following the death of Kurt Cobain, Nirvana's leader.

The article reports on how music companies are devising ways to earn income from older classic rock songs as major rock groups and musicians are already contemplating retirement as of June 2021. Also cited are some classic-rock icons like Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan and the Rolling Stones, the use of their music for publishing catalogs, TikTok videos and developing technologies like holograms, and the move by artists like David Crosby and Neil Young to sell their songs to outside investors.

An obituary for American country-influenced rock singer Phil Everly who is also known as the member of the vocal duo Everly Brothers, is presented.

The article profiles 71-year-old rock musician Paul McCartney, focusing on his promotion of his 2013 recording "New." McCartney's appearance on the television talk show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" included a live performance on Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles, California. Other topics include collaboration with producers Paul Epworth, Ethan Johns, and Mark Ronson on the album, the challenges of performing songs by his former rock group The Beatles, and his relationship with his daughter Beatrice.

An interview is presented with guitarist Jimmy Page of the band Led Zeppelin. Topics include the 2012 release of "Celebration Day," a film and music album of the band's 2007 reunion concert, the 1980 death of bandmate John Bonham, and Page's past use of drugs and alcohol. His work with the band The Yardbirds is mentioned.

The article discusses the career of Trey Anastasio, the singer and guitarist of the American jam band Phish, as of November 2012. Topics include Phish's 2012 concert tour; Anastasio's composition of a score for the musical "Hands on a Hardbody," about a group of working-class men and women in an endurance contest; and Anastasio's comments on the effects of his drug and alcohol abuse and the band's breakup in 2004.

The article presents a profile of the American rock band the Beach Boys. The article discusses the projects of former band members Mike Love, Brian Wilson, David Marks, Bruce Johnston and Al Jardine, their preparation for the Beach Boys 50th-anniversary tour and the band members' opinions of each other.

The article presents a biography of the American musician Levon Helm, on the occasion of his death from cancer. The author describes Helm's childhood on a cotton farm in Turkey Scratch, Arkansas, and his early musical career with rock and roll musician Ronnie Hawkins, for whom he played the drums. A detailed account of Helm's success as a member of rock group the Band is included. In his later years, Helm held a series of concerts called Midnight Rambles in his barn, accompanied by a variety of well-known musicians such as Elvis Costello, My Morning Jacket, and Sheryl Crow.

The article profiles musician Paul McCartney. His 2012 album "Kisses on the Bottom," which features covers of pre-rock songs, is discussed, and his attachment to Abbey Road Studios, where his band the Beatles recorded most of their music and where McCartney still records is explored. His career since the breakup of the Beatles is discussed, and his determination to keep working and recording music is presented. Details of his personal life including his marriage to American businesswoman Nancy Shevell in October 2011 are also provided.

The article looks at the life and career of rock music performer David Bowie, who was born David Jones in 1947. Particular focus is give to the history of mental illness and suicide in his family including his half-brother Terence Burns, a paranoid schizophrenic who committed suicide in 1984. It is noted that Bowie feared for his own mental health. Bowie was influenced earlier in his career by American rhythm and blues music and later developed his interests in art, literature, and theater to create the androgynous stage persona Ziggy Stardust in 1971. Other topics discussed include his marriage to Angela Barnett from 1970 to 1977, drug abuse, and his marriage to model Iman in 1992.

The article profiles and discusses many aspects of the personal life and musical career of former musician and member of the rock group the Beatles, George Harrison. A discussion of Harrison's initiation into and involvement with the Beatles, and of his interests in meditation, illegal drugs and religion, is presented. In the article excerpts and photographs from the book "George Harrison: Living in the Material World," by Olivia Harrison, which will be published on September 26, 2011, are presented.

The article profiles rock musician Steven Tyler, the former lead singer and guitarist of the rock group Aerosmith and a judge on the television program "American Idol," and presents an overview of the triumphs, addictions, and health issues that Tyler has seen over his long musical career. A discussion of an autobiography titled "Does the Noise in My Head Bother You/," which Tyler has written and which will be released in May of 2011, and of his first ever solo single, "Feels So Good," which will be released in 2011, is presented.

This article reports on musician Robbie Robertson and his career in rock and roll music. The article discusses Robertson's work with the group The Band since the 1960s and its 1976 concert and documentary "The Last Waltz." Information is provided on Robertson's 2011 album "How to Become Clairvoyant," as well as on his childhood, musical collaborations, and work on film scores with director Martin Scorsese.

The article presents an overview of the factors which resulted in the rock group The Clash's successful musical career and which resulted in the end of the group's career. A discussion of the views which the group's members had on a variety of subjects, including politics, is presented. In the article the author offers his opinions on the group's career and musical style.

The article profiles rock musician and singer Robert Plant, who had a successful career with the rock group Led Zeppelin and has developed a successful solo career which is flourishing in 2011. A discussion of musicians that Plant has performed with during his lengthy and varied musical career, and of his musical ability and style, is presented.

The article presents an interview with rock musician Bruce Springsteen. When asked whether he was happy when he was working on his popular music release "Darkness on the Edge of Town," Springsteen says that he is an alienated person by nature. He comments on the impact that the music release had on him. Springsteen discusses his roles as guitarist and songwriter. Songs discussed include "Born to Run" and "Badlands."

The article presents an overview of the musical career of musician and singer Phil Collins, the former lead singer of the rock group Genesis. A discussion of Collins' opinions of his musical career, and of his opinions on negative publicity which he has received, is presented. Health issues which limit Collins' musical ability are discussed.

The article discusses musician and songwriter Leon Russell and "The Union," his album with singer Elton John. Topics discussed include Russell's fame, his stage fright, and his record label Shelter Records. The author examines his collaboration with many musicians, including Bob Dylan, George Harrison, and guitarist James Burton. The article features quotations from interviews by Russell, saxophonist Bobby Keys, and singer Rita Coolidge.

The article profiles and discuses the history of the successful and popular rock group the Kings of Leon, which features musicians Jared, Nathan, Caleb and Matthew Followill, three brothers and a cousin. A discussion of the romantic relationships of each of the group's members, and of success which the group has seen with their music releases "Come Around Sundown" and "Only By the Night," is presented. The views that the group has on their future musical career, on creating music, and on the music industry, are examined.

An excerpt from the book "Life," by musician Keith Richards is presented. In the excerpt, which is from a book which is Richards' memoir, Richards discusses his childhood, experience with drug abuse, his troubled life, and experience of being part of the musical group The Rolling Stones. Richards also examines the Rolling Stones' song "Jumping Jack Flash," the early history of the Rolling Stones and a trip which he took to Morocco in 1967 with then girlfriend Anita Pallenberg to avoid going to jail for a drug arrest. INSET: "Jumpin' Jack Flash".

An interview is presented with rock musician Lady Gaga. Gaga discusses her broken romance with a rock music drummer. She states that as a woman, she would expect to change creatively after giving birth, which makes her reluctant to have a child. She states that her relationship with her father has improved dramatically since she has become an adult, and talks about her father's heart surgery. Gaga says there are few people in her life in whom she can confide her vulnerabilities. She states that she would never appear in public other than as the personality she has created as a performer.

The article discusses personal problems, including disagreements with his music manager, that rock musician Jimi Hendrix was encountering before his death in 1970. A discussion of the music studio Electric Lady Studios, which Hendirx built before his death, is presented. Success which several of Hendix's music releases, including "Are You Experienced?" and "Electric Ladyland," saw prior to his death, are discussed.

The article presents a profile of rock musician Billy Corgan, leader of the alternative rock band Smashing Pumpkins. Particular attention is paid to Corgan's continuous bout with depression and debilitating panic attacks. Corgan's early life and troubled relationship with his musician father, who has a history of drug problems, is discussed. The process by which Corgan has found spirituality and returned to making music is described. He talks about selling the rights of the Smashing Pumpkin's hit song "Today" for use in a Visa advertisement, in part to pay for the cost of building a home recording studio.

The article presents a profile of the relationship between rock musicians and noted guitar players Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck. Particular attention is paid to the pair's first-ever co-headlining concert tour together. It is noted that both guitarists are connected by being members of the influential British blues rock band "The Yardbirds" at different times during the 1960s. The guitarists reminisce about playing with various members of the London, England rock scene such as Jimmy Page and Rod Stewart, yet they only knew each other as acquaintances at the time. The two discuss how they admired each others' work from afar and how they ended up developing a friendship after co-headlining two concerts in Japan in 2009.

The article profiles rock musician John Mayer. A discussion of Mayer's musical style, music releases and relationships with women is presented. Mayer's interest in finding a relationship, and his unwillingness to become comfortable with fame and the benefits that are associated with it, are discussed.

An interview is presented with singer and songwriter Tom Petty. When asked about writing songs with critical input from his band, he compares them to family. When asked about growing up in Florida, he talks about alienation due to having long hair. Other topics include Southern rock music, inspiration for hit songs, and touring with the Heartbreakers band.

The article profiles singer and songwriter Rivers Cuomo of the band Weezer. Cuomo's family and leisure time spent in Vipassana meditation are discussed. Usually a solitary writer, he collaborated with other musicians, such as Butch Walker, on the album "Raditude." The author mentions that actor Rainn Wilson gave him the title for the album.

The article focuses on the rock group U2. The group is described preparing for a 2009 U.S. stadium concert tour, which will feature the largest stage set ever created for rock concerts. Members of the group discuss their relationship with its lead singer and acknowledged creative and business leader Bono.

The article focuses on the rock group Blink-182. The group broke up in 2005 when guitar player Tom DeLonge left to form his own band, and then developed an addiction to painkilling drugs. In September, 2008, drummer Travis Barker was seriously injured in an airplane accident. This prompted the group to reconcile personally and to reunite to perform a 2009 concert tour.

The article discusses the musical career and life experiences of music artist Bob Dylan and describes Dylan's unique musical style. Details are provided about Dylan's work on the album "Together Through Life," which features the songs "I Feel a Change Comin' On," "Beyond Here Lies Nothin'," and "Life Is Hard." Comments from Dylan regarding critics' misunderstanding of his music and his career in music are also included.

This article discusses the career of Derek Trucks, a slide guitar prodigy who was recruited to the Allman Brothers Band. The production of the album "Already Free" by Trucks and his wife Susan Tedeschi is described. The work that Trucks and Tedeschi put into scheduling their solo performances, collaborations with other musicians, and recording schedules is described.

A cover story is presented on the American rock musician Bruce Springsteen. Springsteen and his E Street Band released the music album "Working on a Dream" in January, 2009. The album features music singles such as "My Lucky Day," "What Love Can Do," and "Outlaw Pete. Several photographs of Springsteen are included as part of the feature.

This article offers commentary from several notable individuals on their memories about the plane crash that killed Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. Richardson on February 3, 1959, including Paul McCartney, Don McLean, and Maria Elena Holly. It is stated that on February 2, 2009, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the incident with a concert at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, where the musicians played their final performance. INSET: Buddy Holly Raves On.

The article focuses on the rock musician Ray Davies. Davies has had a successful career as a solo artist since The Kinks, the rock group he founded with his brother Dave in 1964, disbanded in 1996. In 2004, Davies was seriously injured in a mugging in New Orleans, Louisiana. He has since recovered. Davies wishes The Kinks would re-unite, but his relationship with his brother makes this unlikely.

An interview with actor and singer Johnny Depp is presented. Depp states that his family was not particularly musical, and that his first musical influences were Boots Randolph, Peter Frampton, and Van Morrison. Depp's first acting experience was working as a telemarketer. Depp is starring in the film version of playwright Steven Sondheim's "Sweeney Todd." INSET: JOHNNY DEPP's MUSICAL HEROES.

The article focuses on the rock and rap musician Kid Rock. It discusses his album "Rock N Roll Jesus," his alleged sexual promiscuity, and his marriage to model Pamela Anderson. His family is also described, and his parents are quoted talking about his childhood growing up in an area with racial tension. The songs on the album "Rock N Roll Jesus" are described as Kid Rock discusses the inspiration behind them, including "Rock N Roll Jesus," "All Summer Long," and "So Hott." INSET: ROCK N ROLL JESUS.

The article presents a profile of the rock group The Police. The article focuses on the reasons behind The Police reuniting for a world concert tour in 2007. A brief overview of the band's career is also presented. The article also examines what the band members, Sting, Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland, have been involved with since they broke up in March 1984. INSET: Walking in Their Footsteps.

This article profiles the new generation of rock guitarists in terms of innovation, sound, and skill, as determined by the periodical "Rolling Stone." They are considered the torchbearers of the old guard, which included guitar legends Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix. Guitarists that are profiled include John Mayer, Derek Trucks, John Frusciante, and Mike McCready and Stone Gossard from the band Pearl Jam.

The article discusses the life and career of California singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers. Topics explored include her expression of humor on social media platform Twitter, her collaboration with fellow indie rock musicians such as Lucy Dacus, Julien Baker, and Conor Oberst, and the key themes of her music album "Punisher."

The article presents information on rock and roll musician Jerry Lee Lewis. He was born on September 29, 1935. He said that he started being a musician when he was five or six years old. He has been recording his new album, "Last Man Standing," for several years, with various musicians like Little Richard, Toby Keith and B.B. King. INSET: Essential Jerry Lee.

The article focuses on various rock musicians. The Rock & Roll Dandy likes to drink red wine. He likes the bookstores in Paris, France. He likes the book "The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde." Rock musician The Herbsman loves to travel to the beach. He likes a shell necklace that his high school girlfriend made for him.