Aerosmith’s fourth album Rocks turns 50, marking a defining moment in hard rock with lasting influence on generations of musicians.

53 years ago today, on May 1, 1973, Deep Purple released their blues rock anthem “Smoke on the Water” as a single in the US.

From accidental late-night recordings to fiery real-life events, the origins of rock’s most iconic guitar riffs are as legendary as the songs themselves. These short, powerful sequences have defined ...

Brett Milano reviews from Jazz Fest Day 6, Friday, May 1, 2026. On Thursday the Jazz Fest hastily rearranged the schedule, ...

Frank Zappa was a unique man. He wanted to shape the music industry in unique ways, setting up his labels that were aptly ...

Some guitar riffs and solos don’t just fill a song—they define it. From Deep Purple’s fiery ‘Smoke on the Water’ to timeless solos by legends like Hendrix and Page, these moments live forever. They’re ...