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4 Woodstock Versions of Classic Songs That Will Give You Serious Festival FOMO
This article highlights four performances from Woodstock in 1969 that it argues still convey the festival’s enduring appeal. It presents the sets as memorable examples of the event’s musical energy and cultural significance, from intimate audience connection to performances that sustained the crowd through difficult conditions. Janis Joplin’s “Try (Just A Little Bit Harder)” is…
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Charles G. Dawes: An Accidental Music Sensation
The composer who later became a vice president showed that amateurs can create great and worthwhile art.
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3 One-Hit Wonders From the 1990s I Vividly Remember Listening to on the School Bus
The article nostalgically identifies three 1990s songs presented as one-hit wonders that the writer associates with listening to music on the school bus. It argues that these tracks mattered because they became shared cultural touchstones for young listeners, influencing singalongs, fashion and emotional connection. The selections are Vanilla Ice’s 1990 rap hit “Ice Ice Baby”,…
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4 No. 1 Hits by Female Solo Artists From the Rock-Band-Dominated Year of 1967
Four female solo artists reached US No. 1 in 1967 despite rock groups dominating the charts. – Nancy Sinatra shared the top spot with her father Frank on “Somethin’ Stupid”, a restrained father-daughter duet. – Bobbie Gentry’s debut single “Ode to Billie Joe” succeeded with its Southern Gothic story and unresolved mystery. – Aretha Franklin…
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Phil Collins opens up about the chances of releasing new music: “There are some things I could finish. And other things which are finished”
Phil Collins has said he will not rule out releasing new music, despite having ended his live performing career after Genesis’s 2022 reunion tour. In a new interview, he said he has unfinished material as well as completed tracks, suggesting that recording or releasing work remains possible even if returning to the stage does not.…
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Phoebe Bridgers leads fans around roller-skating rink at ‘Lost Weekend’ listening party
Phoebe Bridgers joined around 200 fans at a roller-skating listening party in Glendale, California, ahead of the release of her third album, ‘Lost Weekend’. The event paired the album’s slow, emotionally heavy songs with skating, reflecting Bridgers’ wish to create an unusual, in-person experience rather than a primarily online promotion. The album was released on…
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The Kinks’ Dave Davies clarifies comments on The Beatles, calling John Lennon “difficult”
Dave Davies has softened earlier remarks about The Beatles, saying anyone would be “a fool” not to like them while still describing John Lennon as “difficult”. The Kinks guitarist praised George Harrison’s thoughtfulness and acknowledged Paul McCartney’s kind comments about his band, framing the long-running rivalry as largely personal between Lennon and his brother Ray…
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5 Best Apple Watch Bands: Nike, Nomad, and Hermés (2026)
WIRED recommends Apple Watch bands for different uses, arguing that the right strap can improve both appearance and practicality. The guide is based on long-term testing across workouts, commuting and daily wear, with comfort, durability, fit and ease of use assessed. – Nike Sport Loop (£49): best for everyday wear. – Nomad Stratos Band (£179):…
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Watch Hungarian singer join Bring Me the Horizon for brutal ‘Pray For Plagues’ at Sziget Festival 2026
Hungarian vocalist Barni Kókai joined Bring Me The Horizon on stage at Sziget Festival in Budapest to perform the band’s early deathcore track ‘Pray For Plagues’. The guest appearance came during the Sheffield band’s headline set on 14 August and marked the song’s first performance of their current festival run, reflecting their renewed focus on…
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Born 80 Years Ago Today in Oklahoma, the Masterful Storyteller Behind Blockbuster Hits by Glen Campbell, Waylon Jennings, and More
The article celebrates songwriter Jimmy Webb’s 80th birthday, highlighting his influence on American popular and country music across a six-decade career. It argues that his storytelling, melodies and arrangements helped create enduring hits for performers including Glen Campbell, the Fifth Dimension, Waylon Jennings and Donna Summer. Born in Elk City, Oklahoma, on 15 August 1946,…