Articles by Alan York
‘The Unknown Soldier’: The Story Behind The Doors’ Potent Anti-War Song
Recorded at the height of the Vietnam War, ‘The Unknown Soldier’ was The Doors’ most political song, striking a chord at home and abroad.
Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alanis Morissette To Headline Sound On Sound 2023
The Bridgeport, Connecticut festival takes place from 30 September to 1 October in the city's Seaside Park.
New Order Announced As Final Headliner For Primavera Sound 2023
The Manchester legends will play Barcelona on 1 June and Madrid the following weekend.
New Order’s Iconic ‘Blue Monday’ Celebrates 40th Anniversary
The seminal track has enthralled fans and influenced generations of musicians and creatives since it was first released in 1983.
Blue Monday: How A New Order Song Changed The Face Of Music
Still sounding like the future of electronic music, New Order’s Blue Monday remains “unsurpassed” as a “song to make you dance”.
Gary Rossington, Founding Lynyrd Skynyrd Guitarist, Dies Aged 71
Rossington was the last surviving original member of the legendary Southern rock band.
David Lindley, Jackson Browne & Warren Zevon Collaborator, Dies At 78
The prolific Californian multi-instrumentalist also played with Ry Cooder, Rod Stewart and Linda Ronstadt during a storied career.
Beverley Knight To Play Special 50th Birthday Concert in London
The Queen Of British Soul plays an exclusive show at London's Lafayette on 23 March.
Steve Mackey, Pulp Bassist, Dies Aged 56
Announcing the musician's death, his band mates described Mackey as their "beloved friend" who "made things happen".
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