A professional pop culture junkie for more than 25 years, Jeff Giles regularly surfaces in a number of far-flung locations on the Web.
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‘Simpsons’ Character Ned Flanders Inspires Okily Dokily, the World’s First ‘Nedal’ Band
Sweater-loving, God-fearing Simpsons character Ned Flanders is the inspiration for the Phoenix-based metal band Okilly Dokilly.
When Todd Rundgren Was Robbed at Home by Masked Burglars
Years later, Todd Rundgren chalked it up to the mistaken belief that rock stars have a lot of stuff worth stealing — particularly drugs.
Richie Sambora Is Still in No Rush to Reunite With Bon Jovi
Richie Sambora still has a "never say never" attitude toward the idea of reuniting with Bon Jovi, but fans shouldn't expect it to happen anytime soon.
Roger Waters Is Planning a 2016 Tour, Writing His Memoirs
A new solo album isn't the only project Roger Waters has in the works.
Alex Lifeson Assures Rush Fans That the ‘R40′ Tour Was ‘Not the End of the Band’
Rush may be finished with long tours, but guitarist Alex Lifeson has made it clear that the band has no plans to retire anytime soon.
Duff McKagan and Izzy Stradlin Are Working on a New Album
Former Guns N' Roses bandmates Duff McKagan and Izzy Stradlin are reportedly in the studio together.
‘Hetfield’ Comic Mashes Up Metallica With Garfield
What if Metallica frontman James Hetfield was an overweight feline who lived with a man who looked a lot like drummer Lars Ulrich?
Steven Tyler Reacts to Lenny Kravitz ‘Penisgate’
An onstage wardrobe malfunction that left Lenny Kravitz dangling in the breeze has prompted a flurry of online commentary — and a little good-natured teasing from Steven Tyler.
Paul Stanley’s ‘Soul Station’ Schedules September Concert
Kiss co-founder Paul Stanley is using his next bit of downtime from the band to focus on a very different musical project.
Paul Stanley’s Stage Banter Remixed in New Dance Track
Paul Stanley is a fine singer and guitarist, but every true Kiss fan knows this legendary frontman's true value lies in his distinct ability to speak to the crowd between songs.
Don Henley Announces Tour Dates in Support of New Album, ‘Cass County’
Don Henley has announced the first tour dates in support of his new solo album, Cass County.
Bob Weir Is Recording an Album of Cowboy Songs
With the Grateful Dead's "Fare Thee Well" concerts over and done with (at least for now), Bob Weir is ready to saddle up for his next project.
The Day a Tragic Loss Changed Led Zeppelin Forever
They seemed to be suffering from a curse, as multiple setbacks kept the band from capitalizing on the momentum they'd built.
The Day Woodstock ’99 Went Down in Flames
"This is not the real Woodstock. They messed up. They messed up the whole name of Woodstock."
UPDATED: David Gilmour Reveals New Album Art and Track List, Announces Tour
David Gilmour has added another Hollywood Bowl date in Los Angeles, as well as second stops in Toronto, Chicago and at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Hear Bon Jovi’s New Song, ‘We Don’t Run’
Bon Jovi fans hoping for an early glimpse of the band's upcoming Burning Bridges LP haven't had to wait long: a single from the album, "We Don't Run," is already being serviced to radio.