Derek and The Dominos: The Band Behind Layla
Derek and The Dominos was a blues-rock band that formed in 1970 by guitarist and singer Eric Clapton, keyboardist and singer Bobby Whitlock, bassist Carl Radle and drummer Jim Gordon....
Morrissey: The Voice of the Outsiders
Morrissey is an English singer and songwriter who rose to fame as the lead vocalist and lyricist of the indie rock band The Smiths in the 1980s. He is known...
Santana: The Spirit of Latin Rock
Santana is an American rock band that was formed in San Francisco, California, in 1966 by Mexican-born guitarist Carlos Santana. The band is known for its fusion of rock, jazz,...
Red Hot Chili Peppers: The Funky and Fiery Force of Rock
Red Hot Chili Peppers is an American rock band that formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1983. The band consists of vocalist Anthony Kiedis, bassist Flea, drummer Chad Smith, and...
Curtis Mayfield: The Soul of Social Consciousness
Curtis Mayfield was an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer who was one of the most influential and versatile artists in soul and funk music. He was the leader and...
The Verve: The Bittersweet Symphony of British Rock
The Verve was a British rock band that formed in Wigan, Greater Manchester, in 1989. The band consisted of lead vocalist Richard Ashcroft, guitarist Nick McCabe, bassist Simon Jones, and...
The Streets: The Voice of British Urban Culture
The Streets is a musical project created and led by Mike Skinner, a rapper, producer, and songwriter from Birmingham, England. The Streets is known for its distinctive blend of UK...
Ornette Coleman: The Father of Free Jazz
Ornette Coleman was an American jazz musician who changed the course of jazz history with his radical and innovative approach to improvisation, composition, and harmony. He was the leader and...
De La Soul: The Pioneers of Alternative Hip-Hop
De La Soul is an American hip-hop group that emerged in 1988 from the village of Amityville on Long Island, New York. They are widely regarded as one of the...
Sonny Rollins: The Saxophone Colossus
Sonny Rollins is one of the most influential and respected jazz musicians of all time. His virtuosic and expressive tenor saxophone playing, his adventurous and original compositions, and his long...