Author - Richard Bodin
Richard Bodin
Frozen in Ecstasy and Agony: The Bends artwork Cover
Thirty years ago, Radiohead released their second album, The Bends. Two years earlier, they had put out a single that gained significant traction in Israel and quickly snowballed from there. Soon enough, the band was...
[April Fools] Split Forever: Oasis Calls It Quits Again
The news just dropped like a bomb this morning: Oasis split again. The legendary band from Manchester had initially split in 2009 before stepping on the stage for their set at the French festival Rock en Seine...
Glutton For Punishment
By Heartworms“One to Watch,” according to The Guardian. A cover feature and five stars from NME. Many other glowing reviews. A haunting album cover—I’ve been known to dive into a new album solely because the artwork...
Heartache In Room 14
By The AltonsThe Altons, from Southeast LA, have made a name for themselves over the past 10 years in the soul revival world—so much so that Mary J. Blige sampled their song When You Go (That’s When You’ll Know) on her Grammy...
The Red Album (vol. 1)
By Carsie BlantonCarsie Blanton is an American folk singer and songwriter, full of communicative energy and revolutionary optimism. She has released eight albums and three EPs over the past 20 years, all independently, using a pay-as...
Pinball Wanderer
By Andy BellAndy Bell is an incredibly busy and prolific musician. With a career spanning over four decades, he has played with numerous bands—including Ride and Oasis—as well as pursued a solo career. In less than a year, the...
Behind the Windows: The Story of Physical Graffiti’s Iconic Cover
Led Zeppelin is one of those bands that always sought out designers’ creativity for their album covers. By the time they released Physical Graffiti in 1975, the band had already collaborated with Zacron for their third...
Soundtrack of Change: Protest Songs Through the Ages
In these days of political uncertainty, music has always played a powerful role in amplifying voices and sparking action. Protest songs have long been anthems of resistance, courage, and unity, transcending borders and...
David Johansen, Last Surviving Member of the New York Dolls, Dies at 75
David Johansen, the last surviving member and frontman of the New York Dolls, died on February 28. His stepdaughter, Leah Hennessey, confirmed his passing. Johansen spent his final moments at home in New York...
Neil Young Announces Love Earth Tour – Van Morrison to Join in Ireland!
My My, Hey Hey!… Great news today for Neil Young enthusiasts! The Canadian legend has just announced the Love Earth World Tour along with The Chrome Hearts. The 25-date tour will kick off in Rättvik, Sweden, on...
Jamie Muir, Former King Crimson Percussionist, Passes Away at 82
Jamie Muir, the former drummer and percussionist for King Crimson, passed away on February 17 at the age of 82. Born in 1942 in Edinburgh, Muir began his musical journey playing jazz trombone before switching to drums...
The Bad Fire
By MogwaiEven though the band is quite discreet in the media, Mogwai has been around for 30 years. Over the years, they have released ten albums, continually evolving their music. Their last album, As The Love Continues...
Broken English
By Marianne FaithfullA Triumphant Return After Years of Hardship In 1979, Marianne Faithfull made a powerful comeback with her most iconic album, Broken English. It was her first major release since Love in a Mist (1967), following a...
