A professional pop culture junkie for more than 25 years, Jeff Giles regularly surfaces in a number of far-flung locations on the Web.
Jeff Giles
When the FCC Tried to Crack Down on Drug-Related Lyrics
They were convinced that a growing number of popular songs contained coded drug-related messages to kids.
Did the ‘Rock Me Tonite’ Video Really Destroy Billy Squier’s Career?
He'd spent the early '80s on a hot streak, releasing two multi-platinum Top 5 albums over a two-year span.
Little Richard Quotes: Rock Stars Praise His Genius and Influence
Rockers ranging from Jimi Hendrix to Elton John speak of the pioneer's impact.
Dave Grohl Still Can’t Listen to Nirvana
"When Kurt died, every time the radio came on, it broke my heart."
Joe Satriani Responds to Ritchie Blackmore’s Criticism
One guitarist recently said some things about another guitarist's playing. Now the other guitarist has something to say.
Van Zant Family Home Designated Florida Heritage Site
In case you were wondering, it comes "complete with an avocado-green rotary-dial phone and a wooden console stereo with an eight-track player and several Skynyrd eight-tracks that still sound just fine."
Dave Matthews Band ‘Shocked,’ ‘Not Previously Aware’ of Boyd Tinsley Accusations
The band has issued a statement following a lawsuit brought against their violin player for sexual misconduct.
Rolling Stones Kick Off 2018 ‘No Filter’ Tour: Set List, Video
This latest European leg of the run, which extends a tour the band started last year, and as before, they're showing a willingness to dip a little further into the vault for material.
Here’s How Freddie Mercury Reacted After Hearing ‘Ice Ice Baby’
"He carried on eating his breakfast and suddenly stopped, frowning."
Rikki Rockett Says Bret Michaels ‘Spent Too Much Time Away’ From Poison
Having 'Nothin' But a Good Time' has been easier said than done in recent years.
Keith Richards Admits Pulling a Knife in a Trump-Fueled Rage
It's a story that seems deliberately crafted to play up the most outlandish elements of the involved parties' public personas.
Hear Slash’s Theme Song for New ‘MX vs ATV All Out’ Video Game
Between his ongoing Guns N' Roses commitments and his upcoming solo dates, Slash has plenty to keep himself busy.