Shuggie Otis: Mr. Shoulda-Coulda-Woulda
At 12, he was a session player. At 21, he got an offer to join the Stones — which he turned down. Shuggie Otis is one unusual guitarist.
The Final Album: Devo’s “Something for Everybody”
From their New Wave heyday to their 2010 final album, Devo has had a lot to say about the human condition. And it’s always clever.
Nile Rodgers: A (Deep) Appreciation
Nile Rodgers has been intertwined with some of the biggest hits of the last 40 years. How did it happen? And what if he hadn’t taken them on?
The Influence of British Art Schools on Rock
For about 20 years, British art schools served as a fertile breeding ground for some of the future stars of rock music.
Who Could Possibly Fill David Bowie’s Shoes?
David Bowie was the king of “reinvention.” He never rested on his laurels or took the easy path. Is there someone today who’s doing similar?