Frank Mastropolo
When the Rolling Stones Launched the ‘Goodbye Britain’ Tour
By 1971, the Rolling Stones had sold millions of records – but were almost broke.
The Story of King Biscuit Flower Hour’s Debut
Rock radio entered a new era on Feb. 18, 1973, when the King Biscuit Flower Hour debuted on FM stations across the U.S.
50 Years Ago: Grateful Dead and Big Brother & the Holding Company Begin the Haight-Ashbury Era at the Trips Festival
A three-day festival with an acid test and music by the Grateful Dead and other San Francisco bands took place in January 1966.
How David Bowie Fashioned His Influential Berlin Trilogy
Lengthy stint in Germany became incredibly productive, as three of his most heralded albums emerged.
How ‘Shindig!’ Ushered in ‘Flat-Out, Ass-Kickin’ Rock ‘n’ Roll’ TV
Television's first prime-time rock music show spawned a raft of imitators.
50 Years Ago: Did John Lennon Sabotage His Estranged Father’s Music Career?
Alfred "Freddie" Lennon had early success with his first single, released at the height of Beatlemania on Dec. 31, 1965. Then it disappeared from the charts.
When Elvis Presley Met Richard Nixon, and Ratted Out the Beatles
The King showed up unannounced at the entrance gate of the White House.
How Jim Morrison Finally Got Pardoned, 39 Years After His Death
It all began at the Doors' notorious 1969 performance at Miami's Dinner Key Auditorium.
When the Rolling Stones Went to Muscle Shoals
The songs evoked the country, blues and R&B sound of the region.
When Elvis Presley Left Sun Records for RCA
The deal was put together by Col. Tom Parker, a former carnival barker who managed country star Hank Snow.