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“I’ve decided to start a new series. Even if you’re not a musician, perhaps it’ll give some insight into the nitty-gritty of the art of music-making, or inform your listening the next time you sit in front of your stereo, or just provide some entertainment and perhaps a life lesson or two.
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In January 1983, a now-iconic photograph was taken backstage at the Ritz in New York City. It featured Tina Turner, David Bowie, and Keith Richards, capturing a moment of musical camaraderie and mutual respect that symbolized a pivotal period in Turner’s career. The early 1980s were a challenging time for Tina Turner. After breaking free…
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New evidence reveals Stonehenge was a prehistoric hi-fi setup with bass chambers, engraved turntables, and ancient audiophile brands, proving our ancestors rocked harder (and louder) than we ever imagined.
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In the pantheon of rock and pop gods, few names resonate as powerfully as Freddie Mercury and Michael Jackson. Now imagine, if you will, the sheer cosmic magnitude of these two titans crossing paths, not on a stage, but in the intimate confines of a recording studio. Yes, it happened. Freddie Mercury, the flamboyant frontman…
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The Rolling Stones’ inaugural U.S. tour in 1964 was a wild ride of rock ‘n’ roll chaos and cultural clashes. Here’s a deeper dive into the anecdotes and adventures that marked this historic tour, setting the stage for the band’s legendary status. The Flight That Almost Didn’t Happen Before the Stones could even set foot…
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At Montreal’s Filtronique, Wilson Audio’s relaunch of the WATT/Puppy wowed listeners with its transparency and bold imaging; Bill Peugh revealed why this compact, curvier reboot may become the company’s new best-seller.
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Since inducting legends like Chuck Berry and Elvis, the Rock Hall has slid into generation loss. This year’s mixed-bag lineup—Cher, Foreigner, Dave Matthews Band—raises the question: is it still merit, or just fame?
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Record Store Day 2024 spins into action with exclusive releases from Elton John, Frank Zappa, Queen, and the Pixies, as vinyl lovers worldwide celebrate analog culture, indie shops, and community-centered music discovery.
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In the annals of rock ‘n’ roll history, few moments shimmer with the kind of raw, unfiltered magic that The Rolling Stones conjured on March 4th, 1977 at Toronto’s El Mocambo Tavern. Picture this: the world’s most gargantuan rock band, known for their stadium-shaking spectacles, downsizing their colossal presence to the cozy confines of a…
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From studio sessions with the Stones to running Toronto’s Executive Stereo, Ed Stone’s journey reveals how deep musical knowledge and audio passion shape everything from gear choices to helping customers discover better sound.
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As the ’60s came to a close, with the dawn of the new decade just on the horizon, many rock bands abandoned references to psychedelics in their music, favouring instead a return to roots, folk, and country.
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Switzerland-based speaker company Stenheim will present its new Alumine Two.Five.
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On the evening of November 20, 1955, the usual calm of Sunday night television was shattered by the electrifying strum of a square guitar. Bo Diddley stepped onto the stage of “The Ed Sullivan Show,” not just to perform but to ignite a cultural revolution. Scheduled to play Tennessee Ernie Ford’s “Sixteen Tons,” Diddley instead…
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Mocked for aging in the ’80s, the Rolling Stones now defy time with Hackney Diamonds—a swaggering, star-studded return that proves, decades on, they still swing harder than anyone thought possible.
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Norah Jones shines on I Dream of Christmas, blending warm production and soulful originals with holiday classics. Her standout single, “Christmas Calling (Jolly Jones),” may just earn a spot among modern seasonal staples.