When you think of rock musician’s misbehaviour, especially in the 1970s, who do you think of? Ozzy Osbourne, Jimmy Page, David Bowie? Yeah, those artists did have a big party lifestyle but there is one certain drummer who left them in the dust. The drummer was the first to trash a hotel room and launch… Continue reading 53: Pubs, Chauffeurs, and Guilt
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9: Politics, Shock Rock, and Monster Raving Loons
Music and politics have always been linked together. As noticed by the latest US election with rapper Kanye West running and getting some votes. There are countless lawsuits between politicians and musical artists about the use of their music and political leanings. Kanye wasn’t the first musician to run for office and he probably won’t… Continue reading 9: Politics, Shock Rock, and Monster Raving Loons
1: The Who, A Stolen Van, and The Sound of Loud
If you have been to a rock concert in the last 55 years, then you have probably seen a Marshall amp on the stage. Even if you haven’t noticed it. The amplification company has powered musicians since the mid-1960s. It was a misfortunate event that happened to the mod rock band The Who that provided… Continue reading 1: The Who, A Stolen Van, and The Sound of Loud