Charlie Watts, the Rolling Stones drummer who has been with the band since 1962, passed away peacefully at the age of 80, Tuesday, Aug. 24 in a London hospital. "It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Charlie Watts," a statement said. Tributes have come from stars, including The Beatles' Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, as well as Elton John. "We always love you, Charlie. My condolences and sympathy to his family," Paul said. Charlie was a cherished … [Read more...]
Remembering John Lennon
On the evening of December 8, 1980, John Winston Lennon was shot to death by Mark David Chapman, a deranged fan, in front of his apartment complex in New York City at the age of 40. The legendary former Beatle is dead, but his songs stay forever! Let's revisit the past, from the day he met Paul McCartney to form The Beatles until the tragic day that ended Lennon's life. The following article is originally published on biography.com Famed singer-songwriter John Lennon founded the Beatles, … [Read more...]
Mick Jagger Releases Complete Solo Album Catalog
The lead singer from the world's greatest rock and roll band in history has recently released his complete solo album catalog in vinyl Mick Jagger from The Rolling Stones released heavyweight 180-gram black vinyl editions on December 6, featuring his four solo albums, which once hit the music world from 1985 and 2001 - She's The Boss (1985), Primitive Cool (1987), Wandering Spirit (1993) and Goddess In The Doorway (2001). Featuring printed inner bags with lyrics, all the albums are … [Read more...]
R.E.M. – 25th Anniversary Edition of ‘Automatic For The People’
Rock band R.E.M. has reissued their landmark album, Automatic For The People to commemorate the title’s 25th Anniversary. Released on November 10 via Craft Recordings, the album features a two-disc deluxe edition that contains the re-mastered songs accompanied by a disc of live performances of R.E.M.’s penultimate show of 130-date Green World Tour. The album includes bonus track “Photograph”, featuring Natalie Merchant, and was remixed in Dolby Atmos. It’s the technology that delivers a leap … [Read more...]