Although Eric Clapton’s version of ‘Cocaine’ became a staple of classic rock, the song has carried its own set of strange and unusual stories over the years—stories that float between rumor, backstage truth, and the odd humor of the 1970s music world. One of the oddest tales involves Clapton’s early live performances of the song. […]
When some of rock’s biggest names left their legendary bands, fans wondered if lightning could strike twice. Turns out, it often did. From Beatles to Black Sabbath, these icons didn’t just survive outside their groups — they thrived, reshaping their sound and proving their star power was no fluke. RELATED: Rest in Peace: Rock Stars […]
October has played host to some of rock’s most defining moments. It’s the month The Who released Tommy, Elton John dropped Goodbye Yellow Brick Road and Def Leppard made their live U.S. debut. Rock legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Lindsey Buckingham and Tommy Lee all celebrate birthdays this month, while fans remember the losses of Tom Petty and […]