Classic Rock

Were the '80s really the greatest decade ever in music? We posit that question on the back cover of our new book, 501 Essential Albums of the 80s (Motorbooks/Quarto Group), and certainly that case could be made – though other 10-year…

Ex-Foo Fighters drummer Josh Freese made good on his word and shared a humorous list of 10 possible reasons he was dismissed from the band in a new Instagram post, which you can see below. Freese announced his exit on…

Drummer Josh Freese has announced his departure from Foo Fighters, almost exactly two years after joining the band. "The Foo Fighters called me Monday night to let me know they've decided 'to go in a different direction with their…

Tired of being boxed in creatively, in 1980 Cher tried life as a singer in the short-lived rock band Black Rose. Her attempt to be just one member of a band of equals was similar to what David Bowie attempted with Tin Machine, although…

Summer's here, and that means days at the pool and trips to the beach--or a higher electric bill because you're running the air conditioner so much. Worried about how you'll fuel your summer fun? We've got you covered. Here's What You…