The rock world is mourning the loss of The Moody Blues’ Mike Pinder. The founding keyboardist passed away on Wednesday, April 24, at age 82. Pinder was a member of the popular British group from its 1964 formation to 1978. Pinder began playing piano and organ with The Moody Blues, along with contributing backing and […] The post 5 Outstanding Moody Blues Songs Featuring Late Keyboardist Mike Pinder appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

Luke Grimes knows what people think about Yellowstone. Some viewers see ranchers and cowboy hats and think the neo-Western has certain political leanings. In some ways, it does buy into an image of hardworking rural men that is essentially tired and overdone. This idea of machismo and violence being the only way to settle scores—though […] The post Luke Grimes Addresses Double Standards for ‘Yellowstone’ & His Approach to Country Music appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

John Graham Mellor had been using the nickname “Woody” for a few years before taking on a whole new moniker while singing and playing guitar in the pub rock band The 101ers. He told musician Don Letts, “I still can only play all six strings or none, and not all the fiddly bits, which is […] The post 5 Fascinating Facts About The Clash’s Joe Strummer appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

There are some genres of music that are known for their sensual qualities. R&B, in particular, with its satin-voiced singers and groovy vibes, comes to mind first. Artists like Isaac Hayes with his deep vocals is a prime example. But Hayes and R&B aren’t the only games in town when it comes to music that […] The post 5 Classic Rock Songs for Baby Making appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

Florence + The Machine are gearing up to debut at BBC Proms in September this year. What better way to celebrate than performing their debut album Lungs top to bottom backed by a full orchestra? Lungs turns 15 in July, as well, and Florence Welch has said she’s looking forward to revisiting the album. Specifically, […] The post 15 Years Of ‘Lungs’: Florence + The Machine to Play Album in Full at Orchestral London Show appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band wrapped up the first two scheduled U.S. legs of their 2024 world tour with a show in Columbus, Ohio, on Sunday, April 21, and now the Boss and his group are preparing to launch a European trek in early May. Springsteen has posted a couple of videos on […] The post Bruce Springsteen Thanks U.S. Audiences, Playfully Warns European Fans, “We’re Coming to Get Ya!” appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

The official lineup for iHeartCountry Festival has been announced! It looks like big names like Keith Urban, Jelly Roll, Jason Aldean, Lady A, Ashley McBryde, Old Dominion, Riley Green, Walker Hayes, and Brothers Osborne will be performing at the one-day fest in Austin, Texas. And shockingly, there are still quite a few tickets available for […] The post Keith Urban, Jelly Roll to Headline iHeartCountry Festival: How To Get Tickets appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

the faqs.It’s gorgeous and 80-something-degrees here next to the small lake in my hometown. I should’ve worn shorts because the sun is giving me a burning feeling through my Lululemon leggings. Other than an occasional flock of geese that waddle by, it’s just this sunflower quilt, my Instagram, and me. I just asked the internet […] The post Songwriter’s Column: Nicolle Galyon Answers the 5 Questions She’s Most Frequently Asked appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

While the contestants on American Idol look to snag a spot in the finale, for fans of the show, they are preparing to say goodbye to Katy Perry. Since the show was rebooted on ABC, fans watched as Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Perry grew fond of each other. With the three singers spending countless […] The post Katy Perry Opens up on ‘American Idol’ Exit and What She’s Learned Along the Journey appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

The Rolling Stones recently revealed that blues-rocker Gary Clark Jr. will be opening for them at the first show of their impending 2024 tour this Sunday, April 28, at NRG Stadium in Houston. Now, the British rock legends have announced the acts that will be supporting them at nearly every other concert on the 19-date […] The post Lainey Wilson, Tyler Childers, Joe Bonamassa Among Artists Set to Open for The Rolling Stones on New Tour appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more