Obsessive music fan, specifically Bowie, Heart, Cheap Trick, Roxy Music, etc.
Annie Zaleski
When David Bowie and Bing Crosby Rang in the Holidays
"Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy" remains one of the most absurd (but charming) TV duets of all time.
When the Kinks Got Deceptively Festive on ‘Father Christmas’
The Kinks' "Father Christmas," which was released as a single on November 25, 1977, is a rather unlikely holiday song.
How Bon Jovi Restarted Their Career With ‘Keep the Faith’
This album signaled a new era for the Jersey rockers.
20 Years Ago: Duran Duran Enter the Electronic(a) Age with ‘Medazzaland’
Duran Duran's career was in a strange place upon the October 14, 1997, release of 'Medazzaland.'
Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks: A History of Their Friendship and Musical Collaborations
A look back at the musical collaborations between long-time pals Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks.
20 Years Ago: Duran Duran Make Music History by Selling ‘Electric Barbarella’ as a Digital Single
Duran Duran were pioneers in e-commerce by selling "Electric Barbarella" online. But retailers were not happy.
In Defense Of: Rod Stewart’s ‘Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?’
Plenty of classic rockers dabbled in disco, but few of these detours were as popular – or as maligned.
Prince and Martika Keep the Faith Strong on ‘Love…Thy Will Be Done': 365 Prince Songs In a Year
Martika followed up the success of her debut by working with Prince on the Top 10 hit, "Love... Thy Will Be Done."
35 Years Ago: R.E.M. Make a Mysterious Statement with Debut EP ‘Chronic Town’
After the success of their "Radio Free Europe" single, R.E.M. took the next step with the 'Chronic Town' EP.
How ‘Fast Times at Ridgemont High’ Revolutionized Teen Movies
Cameron Crowe's first movie got all of the details of high-school life right, especially the music the students were listening to.