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‘Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow’: A New Rock Force On The Horizon

With a colorful sleeve and a confident rock sound, the debut album by Ritchie Blackmore's new band made its mark.

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‘The Beano Album’: John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers And Eric Clapton Create A Classic

Affectionately known as ‘the Beano album,’ Bluesbreakers forever changed the landscape of rock music.

Features6 months ago

An Eric Clapton History Lesson: EC’s First Compilation

The double set covered his already numerous incarnations on record, all the way back to the Yardbirds.

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‘Buddha And The Chocolate Box’: The ‘Lush, Full Sound’ Of Cat Stevens

Cat Stevens' 'Buddha and the Chocolate Box' became his fourth consecutive Top 3 LP on both sides of the Atlantic.

Features7 months ago

‘She Just Satisfies’: Jimmy Page Sings On His Solo Debut

It's a lesser-known fact that years before Led Zeppelin, Page took a stab at a solo caree, as a singer as well as guitar player.

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When The Stones Jammed With Nicky Hopkins

Nicky Hopkins was one of the most in demand session players of his generation and featured on one of Rolling Stones Records’ first releases, ‘Jamming With Edward.’

Features9 months ago

Session Man Supreme: The Pre-Fame Adventures Of Jimmy Page

Long before he assumed rock god status with Led Zeppelin, Page was an in-demand guitar for hire on the London session circuit.

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Back Home: Eric Clapton’s Love Affair With The Royal Albert Hall

The rare relationship between the artist and the Royal Albert Hall has spanned his entire career.

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Rocket Ship Builder: The Singular Life Of Queen Guitarist Brian May

Dr. May maintains a non-stop schedule as a guitarist, songwriter, humanitarian and in so many other roles.

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Best Eric Clapton Guitar Solos: 20 Career-Defining Moments

A selection of 20 great solos by one of the most brilliant guitar practitioners.

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Listen To Jeff Beck And Johnny Depp’s Cover Of John Lennon’s ‘Isolation’

Beck said, “You’ll be hearing more from Johnny and me in a little while but until then we hope you find some solidarity in our take on this Lennon classic.”