Debra Filcman is a Chicago-based freelance journalist.
Debra Filcman
Chuck Auerbach, Black Keys Frontman’s Dad, Announces Debut LP
The Black Key's Easy Eye Sound label is putting out an album by a fresh new artist this Father's Day: his dad.
Rock’s Funniest Commencement Speeches
As graduates get ready to take on the world, some classic rockers offer personal advice, like "I'm here as a cautionary tale."
Alice in Chains Honor Chris Cornell With Two Live Soundgarden Covers
Alice in Chains paid tribute to Chris Cornell at the same festival Soundgarden was set to play last year before his death.
The Rolling Stones Children: Where Are They Now?
Some girls (and boys) have a greater understanding of the phrase “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” than others.
‘Alone With Chrissie Hynde’ Documentary Gets DVD Release
The Pretenders frontwoman tells it like it is in the documentary 'Alone With Chrissie Hynde,' which is set for a DVD release.
Chad Channing Recalls His Time in Nirvana Without Regrets
What happens when you leave a band right before it hits big?
Ronnie Wood Is Cancer-Free and Headed Back on Tour
After battling lung cancer in 2017, Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood is cancer-free — and no one is more surprised than he is.
Doctor and Hospital Deny Wrongdoing in Glenn Frey’s Death
The doctor and hospital named in the wrongful death suit filed by Glenn Frey's widow have denied any culpability in his death.
Eric Clapton Announces Two Shows at Madison Square Garden
Eric Clapton has announced a pair of shows that will reportedly be among his last for the year.
Journey’s ‘Greatest Hits’ Reaches 500 Weeks on the Billboard 200
Journey's 'Greatest Hits' has reached the vaunted status of being only the third album to spend 500 weeks on the Billboard 200 in the chart's 61-year history.
Axl Rose Rips First Lady and ‘Alleged Former Hooker’ Melania Trump
Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose has called First Lady Melania Trump "an alleged former hooker," and referred to her U.S. citizenship as an "immigration con," in a new Twitter post.
Keith Richards Promises New Rolling Stones Album
Fifty-four years after releasing their debut album, the Rolling Stones are at work on their next one.