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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How Keith Richards Used ‘Beast of Burden’ to Apologize
It arrived after a period of turmoil for the band.
Van Halen’s ‘OU812′: A Track-by-Track Guide
Their second Sammy Hagar-era album was an eclectic mix of styles.
How ZZ Top Souped Up Their Sound With ‘Got Me Under Pressure’
Bold experimentation led the band to new commercial heights.
5 Years Ago: Glenn Frey Plays His Last Show With Eagles
Final stop of 2013-15 tour also served as a farewell to the band's co-founder.
Here’s How Freddie Mercury Reacted After Hearing ‘Ice Ice Baby’
"He carried on eating his breakfast and suddenly stopped, frowning."
Michael Anthony Doesn’t Want to Be ‘Bass Player Everyone Forgot’
Starting over after achieving incredible success can seem daunting — and it's a feeling that former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony knows all too well.
Queen Count Down to ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Teaser Premiere
Soon, Queen fans will get their first view of footage from the upcoming 'Bohemian Rhapsody' band biopic.
See Excerpts From New Graphic History ‘Visualizing the Beatles’
Decades after their breakup, the Beatles remain one of the most popular bands on the planet — including bookstores.
35 Years Ago: Journey’s ‘Faithfully’ Arrives in a Dream
With their eighth studio album, 1983's 'Frontiers,' Journey's transition from prog-influenced rock to radio-friendly, arena-ready fare was all but complete.
Guns N’ Roses ‘Destruction Is Coming’ Countdown Clock Hints at Impending Announcement
There's rarely a shortage of rumors surrounding Guns N' Roses, but every so often, something surfaces that looks like it could lead to actual news.
Roger Waters Reveals Pink Floyd’s ‘Animals’ Is Getting a Surround Sound Reissue
According to former Pink Floyd bassist Roger Waters, the next reissue to mine the band's classic catalog will be a new edition of their 1977 'Animals' LP presenting the songs in 5.1 surround sound.
Ozzy Osbourne Gives Up Driving After Freeway Fender Bender
Ozzy Osbourne has done plenty of crazy stuff in his life, but even metal's Prince of Darkness isn't too much of a madman to know when the risks outweigh the rewards.
How ‘More Cowbell’ Became a Classic ‘Saturday Night Live’ Sketch
The whole thing was so surreal that it ended up being tucked away toward the end of an episode.
Watch Alice Cooper in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
NBC's decision to mount a 'Jesus Christ Superstar' revival for Easter — and air it as a live musical — could have been a train wreck, but audiences and critics alike applauded the broadcast last night.
Jon Bon Jovi Writes Note to Excuse Band’s Opening Act From School
If you have an opportunity to skip class in order to open for Bon Jovi, you've got to take it.
Ringo Starr Announces 2018 Tour Dates
Fresh off being knighted, Ringo Starr is getting ready to head back out on the road.