A professional pop culture junkie for more than 25 years, Jeff Giles regularly surfaces in a number of far-flung locations on the Web.
Jeff Giles
Phil Collins Looks Back on the ‘In the Air Tonight’ Drum Break: ‘Nobody Had Ever Heard Anything Like That’
Looking back through his archives for a series of deluxe solo reissues has left Phil Collins in a reflective mood.
Why Rod Stewart Turned to Disco With No. 1 Smash ‘Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?’
Many rock artists of his generation felt like the trends of the day were passing them by in the late-'70s.
Rolling Stones and Elton John Say Trump Campaign Is Using Their Songs Without Permission
We can add the Rolling Stones and Elton John to the growing list of artists who aren't on board with Donald Trump using their music at events during his campaign for the United States presidency.
The History of David Bowie and the Grammys
When Lady Gaga takes the stage at the Grammys on Feb. 15 to honor David Bowie, it'll add a bittersweet postscript to a rock legend's long relationship with modern music's preeminent awards show.
How Roger Daltrey Moved On With ‘Parting Should Be Painless’
By the time the Who called it quits in 1983, he had already been a part-time solo artist for a decade.
When Mick Ronson Played His First Show With David Bowie
"We’re all thankful for both of them, but especially for both of them combined."
Bernie Sanders Ends Iowa Caucus Speech With David Bowie’s ‘Starman’
Bernie Sanders wants to let all the children boogie.
How Cheap Trick Finally Broke Through With ‘At Budokan’
The '70s were the decade of the live rock album, as concert sets helped trigger massive mainstream breakthroughs.
Gene Simmons Hospital Visit Makes Kiss Fan’s Last Wish Come True
A critically ill Las Vegas teen was granted his last wish by Gene Simmons, who flew to his hospital bedside for an in-person visit.
When Jimi Hendrix Broke Up With Band of Gypsys On Stage
There were plenty of memorable gigs throughout his too-brief career, but none was more infamous than this one.
Bruce Springsteen Extends ‘The River’ Tour, Reschedules Postponed Madison Square Garden Show
Just a handful of shows into his The River Tour, Bruce Springsteen has already decided to add some extra dates.
Mick Jagger Shares Memories of His Friendship With David Bowie
Mick Jagger doesn't remember how they met in the early '70s, and their friendship drifted in more recent years.