Mick Jagger is the quintessential rockstar. With his band, The Rolling Stones, they released numerous albums, played globally, and are considered one of the most legendary bands. And with eight children, he has quite the legacy! His older child is Karis, who he had with Marsha Hunt. But where is Karis Jagger now? What is …
When The Bangles come to mind, most people think of their singles, such as “Walk Like an Egyptian.” In reality, The Bangles are so much more than that. Formed in 1981 in LA, they’re one of the most pivotal bands pioneering the pop-rock genre. They were also famous for only having female band members, and …
When you think of The Go-Go’s, what do you think of? Do you get their catchy singles, such as “Vacation,” stuck in your head? Or do you think of the legacy they left? The Go-Go’s have been credited for starting pop-punk, a genre that combines the fast-paced style of punk music with hooking melodies that …
Babes in Toyland is one of the most pivotal bands that emerged from the 90s riot grrrl era. With singles such as “Bruise Violet,” Babes in Toyland stood out because their music was louder, more aggressive, and influenced an entire era of female musicians. But who were the musicians behind this band? How did they …
As a longtime rock music fan, it should be no surprise that I love movies inspired by the genre. From documentaries to comedies, countless films feature rock bands or fans of the genre. While I tend to gravitate to the movies made in the 80s–during the glory days of rock music–there are some modern classics …
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David Bowie is known as one of the greatest rock stars. While many people know him as the artist responsible for hit songs such as “Suffragette City,” his fans may not have known his personal life. David Bowie was married twice–first to actress, model, and journalist Angie Bowie, then to Somali-American supermodel and actress Iman. …
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You can’t say rock and hair metal without mentioning Van Halen. From Eddie’s screeching guitar to David Lee Roth’s energetic stage presence, Van Halen staked their claim in rock music history. Today, Van Halen’s music is still worshipped by fans of all ages, and Eddie is known as one of the most influential guitar players–even …
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Vixen is a renowned band that emerged during the glory days of glam metal. Best-known for hits such as “Cryin’” and “Edge of a Broken Heart,” the Saint Paul troupe has had its ups and downs. But since the 80s, the band has reformed twice. Today, they’re known as one of the best pivotal bands …
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I often wonder if rock music fans think about their favorite musicians’ significant others. After all, it takes a lot of strength to be in a serious relationship with a musician. Your partner is on the road all year, often partying, and you need a lot of trust in your marriage or relationship. I dated …
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Jennifer Chiba is a name you may or may not have heard. I didn’t until recently. She started her music career as the singer for the band Happy Ending. She’s also known for dating musician Elliott Smith — and since his death, there have been controversies surrounding her. Do you want to learn more about …
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