Jerry Butler, Singer Known as the Iceman, Dies at 85
Known for his resounding baritone and his courtly manner, he briefly led the Impressions before beginning a successful solo ...
Soul singer whose hits included ‘Only the Strong Survive’ dies at 85
A key voice for soul music made in Chicago and Philadelphia, Jerry Butler was a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and ...
The Righteous Brothers' Bill Medley Explains His Unexpected Decision to Make a Country Album: 'I'm Not Trying to Sneak In' (Exclusive)
Bill Medley’s new album is called Straight From the Heart, well, because it is. “It’s straight from the heart, that’s the ...
The artist Keith Richards called the foundation of his playing: “What I was chasing as a young man”
Keith Richards may have one of the best guitarists in modern rock, but he knew he was standing on the shoulders of his own ...
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Traverse City’s Nick Veine: Embracing Delta blues, challenging the status quo
For Traverse City singer and guitarist Nick Veine, exploring the passion, messaging and “everyman” musical approach of the ...
Why rhythm is as important as the notes you play in a blues guitar solo
Melody and rhythm are almost inextricably linked. I say ‘almost’ because you can have melody or harmony without a distinguishable rhythm, and rhythm itself can exist with no melodic content at all.
Why the Righteous Brothers' Bill Medley Says Opening for the Rolling Stones Was 'More Fun' than Opening for the Beatles
The Righteous Brothers served as opening act for both the Rolling Stones and the Beatles in 1964. Bill Medley revealed which ...