Pete Shelley Sang Punk Rock About Our Lives
Buzzcocks' lead singer pioneered a melding of pop and punk that directly connected with fans.
The Truth About Led Zeppelin, That Shark Story, and the Man Who Made Them Rich
Author of new book on Peter Grant, the "fifth member of Led Zeppelin," tells all to RCL.
Kanye West Voices Support For Trump in First Twitter Rant of 2019
He began his tweets with a simple message of loyalty: “Trump all day.”
Van Halen: Why the Original Line-Up MUST Return to Save Rock ‘n’ Roll
The rainbow belching Yeti requires Michael Anthony on bass.
The Top Ten Albums of the Year… and the Worst Trends to Rock the Industry
RCL’s Tim Sommer breaks down the music that deserve to be heard.
The 10 Best Christmas Songs, According to an Ex-Record Producer
RealClearLife music columnist Tim Sommer compiles a list of the popular and obscure, uplifting and melancholy.
Nights to Forget: Looking Back at Some of the All-Time Worst Live Performances
Even great artists are not immune from off days, and these rank among the most embarrassing.
Passing of Publicist Should Put Spotlight on Unsung Heroes of Music Biz
Angelica Cob-Baehler helped make dreams come true for musicians and listeners.
At 70, Ozzy Osbourne Talks Sharon, Drugs and What a Bat Tastes Like
Looking back at the legendary Black Sabbath frontman's long—and often bizarre—career.
Bob Dylan 2018 Is One of the Greatest Shows in History of Rock
Master paints new masterpiece every night by revisiting past in new ways.
How I Briefly Almost Became the Fourth Beastie Boy
It's true! RCL columnist Tim Sommer was tapped to DJ on band's tour with Madonna.
The Power of Community in Music: Remembering the Band, Murphy’s Law
A New York Hardcore scene legend passes away, and the music family he left behind mourns.
Nine Freddie Mercury Stage Looks Will Still Rock You
The Queen frontman was the champion of over-the-top — and skin.
Freddie Mercury’s Legacy Must Include Roots In Asia and Africa
Queen's lead singer is remembered as one of the greatest rock performers in history.
Why a Beatles Song You May Never Have Heard Is One of Their Most Important
The Bonzos, Goons and ska behind "You Know My Name (Look Up the Number)."
More Than a Feeling: Revealing the Secrets Behind the “Seamless” Pop Experience
Ramones, Boston and Kraftwerk found perfect formula for the soul.