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
Why Ronda Rousey Walks Out to Joan Jett’s ‘Bad Reputation’
Since its release as the title track from Joan Jett's 1980 solo debut, "Bad Reputation" has been one of the rock veteran's signature hits.
Guitarist Bill Frisell Shares Memories of Working With Rock Greats: Exclusive Interview
However we might struggle to define it by genre, music is just music — and few artists reflect that borderless spirit more brightly than Bill Frisell.
Donald Trump Filmed a 1991 Hair Metal Video
Based on all available evidence, Donald Trump enjoys loud noises and scantily clad women.
Watch the Concert Guest Spot from a Fan That Left Gene Simmons Humbled and Inspired
A guest vocal appearance by a fan left Kiss co-founder Gene Simmons marveling at the "remarkable young man" he'd just seen in action.
Elton John Was Hit in the Face With Some Beads
John was leading the band through the night's rendition of "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting" when a bead necklace came sailing over his piano and pelted him in the mouth.
Mickey Jones, Actor and Former Bob Dylan Drummer, Dead at 76
Multi-talented performer Mickey Jones, who started out as a drummer for artists such as Kenny Rogers and Bob Dylan before segueing into a prolific career as a character actor, has died.
Rick Springfield Recalls Oprah Trying to Find the ‘Jessie’ of ‘Jessie’s Girl’
Every artist's catalog contains its share of secret stories, and part of the fun that goes along with loving the songs can be trying to suss out the mysteries behind what inspired those classic hits.
U2’s ‘Live’ Grammy Performance Will Reportedly Be Pre-Taped
Music fans have learned to expect a certain amount of artifice from rock stars when they take the stage for high-profile live events.
Hear Billy Gibbons and Warren Haynes Cover Elmore James’ ‘Mean Mistreatin’ Mama': Exclusive Premiere
Beloved blues artist Elmore James is getting the all-star tribute treatment later this month — and you're invited to take a sneak peek courtesy of Billy Gibbons and Warren Haynes.
John Mellencamp Buys $2.3 Million ‘Live-Work Space’ in Manhattan
It isn't a pink house and it certainly isn't in a small town, but John Mellencamp has added to his real estate portfolio by spending $2.3 million on a "stylishly renovated" space in Manhattan.
Journey and Def Leppard Reportedly Touring Together in 2018
There's been no official announcement of dates yet, but there are hints that a lengthy tour will begin in May.
Eric Clapton Confesses Shame Over Racist Remarks
Eric Clapton said he "sabotaged everything" when he supported a white nationalist politician in the mid-'70s.