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“He is himself”: The drummer who may have been John Bonham’s ultimate influence
John Bonham regarded Ginger Baker as a leading influence because Baker made the drums a forceful, distinctive part of a band’s sound. The article argues that Bonham admired Baker’s originality and independence, while developing his own style rather than copying him. Baker drew on jazz and African rhythms, used each limb independently and often pushed…
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Hall of Famer praises Dan Lanning’s ‘perfect’ response after Dante Moore was carted off following vicious hit
Dan Fouts praised Oregon coach Dan Lanning for bringing his team together after quarterback Dante Moore was hit late and taken off the field during a 41-20 win over USC. Fouts said Lanning calmed the players, led a prayer for Moore and then refocused them on the game. The hit by USC linebacker Desman Stephens…
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Springsteen, other stars share stage with hardcore leftist groups at music fest
Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews and other artists are headlining the “Power To The People” festival in Maryland, where performances are combined with voter registration, activist organising and fundraising ahead of the US midterms. The event’s lineup and participating groups show how celebrity performances can give political organisations greater visibility and help turn audience interest into…
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‘Crazy’ FlyDubai landing explained by Israeli pilot, who offers steps to prevent future crises
A FlyDubai flight landed safely in Saudi Arabia after its captain was allegedly stabbed by the co-pilot during flight, causing the aircraft to plunge more than 14,000 feet in 30 seconds. Former Israeli Air Force pilot Eliran Almog described the survival and emergency landing as remarkable, and argued that the incident shows why airlines and…
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Brilliance Of The Who’s Leader Shines In ‘Pete Townshend: Behind Blue Eyes,’ Screening At Hamptons & Mill Valley
A new documentary, *Pete Townshend: Behind Blue Eyes*, examines the creative force behind The Who, whose contribution has often been overshadowed by frontman Roger Daltrey. The film, directed by Frank Marshall and Nigel Sinclair, premiered at the Telluride Film Festival and presents Townshend’s songwriting and musical innovation as central to understanding the band’s impact. It…
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Half a BILLION pounds paid out in compensation to Scots patients for medical blunders
Scotland’s NHS has paid more than £500 million in clinical negligence compensation over the past decade, covering thousands of claims involving alleged medical errors and poor care. The figures have prompted political criticism of NHS management and concerns that payouts may increase as more patients pursue cases. Nearly £100 million went to people affected by…
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Kane and Saka at the double as England thrash Croatia 7-0 in Nations League
England beat Croatia 7-0 in Rijeka to strengthen their hold on second place in their Nations League group and improve their chances of reaching next year’s quarter-finals. Thomas Tuchel said it was England’s most complete performance since their 4-2 World Cup win over Croatia, with the team’s attack creating chances throughout. Harry Kane scored twice…
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WARRIOR SOUL’s KORY CLARKE Explains Delay In Completing New Album ‘Rock ‘Em, Sock ‘Em’
Kory Clarke says Warrior Soul’s next album, tentatively titled “Rock ’Em, Sock ’Em”, is taking longer because the band members are spread across different places and he is striving for a polished sound. The record will follow 2022’s “Out On Bail”, and Clarke says he is pleased with how it is developing. Clarke is playing…
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Trump education official says school choice program will put pressure on Dem-led states
A US Department of Education official says competition for scholarship donations could push Democratic-led states to join President Donald Trump’s federal school choice tax-credit programme. The claim comes as states decide whether to opt in and New York Governor Kathy Hochul moves towards participation, making the programme a point of debate over access to education…
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Wiltshire detectives investigate murder after former Royal Engineer found dead in woodland
Police have opened a murder investigation after Graham Pennycook, a 64-year-old former Royal Engineer, was found dead in woodland near a polo field in Ludgershall, Wiltshire. The change from an initially unexplained death to a murder probe followed a post-mortem examination, and detectives are appealing for information as they work to establish what happened. Police…