Rob Smith
45 Years Ago: REO Speedwagon Breaks Through With ‘Tuna Fish’
They'd established a fan base between coasts but had been largely ignored in hotspots like New York or Los Angeles.
50 Years Ago: Bob Seger Digs Deep on Underrated ‘Back in ’72’
How could something this awesome escape the attention of a wider audience? Because he hates it.
Def Leppard’s ‘Pyromania’ at 40: The Story Behind Every Song
These tracks changed the game for hard rock in 1983.
Santana Albums Ranked Worst to Best
Carlos Santana & Co. have been supernatural musical shape-shifters for 26 albums. Here's how those records rank.
What a Wonderful Soundtrack: The Music of ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’
Companion to the Robin Williams film is a great snapshot of mid-'60s radio.
25 Great Drum and Vocal Breakdowns
Sometimes, to amp up a song, you have to pare things back.
Van Halen Tried to Patch Themselves Together on ‘It’s About Time’
Song sounded like all was well with the band, but disaster was just around the corner.
Greta Van Fleet Announce Debut LP, ‘Anthem of the Peaceful Army’
Millennial rockers share title, artwork and track listing for their debut LP.
Metallica Announce ‘Definitive’ ‘ … And Justice for All’ Reissue
'Expanded' and 'Deluxe' sets to feature rarities and live material.
Queen Movie Soundtrack to Include Live Aid Performances, New Versions of Classics
Four songs from legendary set, plus live versions of old favorites, highlight the 'Bohemian Rhapsody' soundtrack.