Michael Christopher
30 Years Ago: Van Halen Cook Up a Hit With ‘Poundcake’
First single from 'For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge' arrived with some new six-string tricks up its sleeve.
Why Black Sabbath’s Dio Era Forced Tony Iommi to ‘Work Harder': Exclusive Interview
Guitarist delves deeply into a four-album collaboration that challenged and excited the band.
44 Years Ago: Led Zeppelin Drummer John Bonham Passes Away
The thunderous backbone to Led Zeppelin’s sound went silent on Sept. 25, 1980.
25 Years Ago: Van Halen Dive Into Pop with ‘Can’t Stop Lovin’ You’
As turbulence within the group hit dangerous heights, their producer told them they needed a hit.
Watch Van Halen’s ‘Lost Weekend’ Mini-Documentary
Story of 1984 MTV contest is summed up in less than 15 minutes.
Chris and Rich Robinson Start ‘Brothers of a Feather’ U.S. Tour: Videos and Set List
Run-up to Black Crowes reunion shows kicked off in Boston with acoustic versions.
40 Years Ago: Ozzy Osbourne Bounces Back From Tragedy With ‘Bark at the Moon’
A turbulent two-month span led into a difficult recording session.
36 Years Ago: Judas Priest Flash Metal Form on Experimental ‘Ram It Down’
Judas Priest made an effort to get back to metal basics on 'Ram It Down' without shaking off the synths.
10 People and Events Left Out of Motley Crue’s ‘The Dirt’ Movie
Unless it were a 26-hour miniseries, there was no way the entire history of this band could be covered.
What We Hope to See (and Not See) in Motley Crue’s ‘The Dirt’
Band bio makes Led Zeppelin's 'Hammer of the Gods' look like a children's book.