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
35 Years Ago: Van Halen Solidifies the Sammy Hagar Era With ‘OU812′
Reworked lineup expanded their sound and kept the hits coming.
How ZZ Top Souped Up Their Sound With ‘Got Me Under Pressure’
Bold experimentation led the band to new commercial heights.
When Led Zeppelin Reunited at Atlantic’s 40th Anniversary Show
They took the stage with John Bonham's son to deliver a five-song set that closed out the concert event of the year.
55 Years Ago: Brian Jones Plays Last Show With the Rolling Stones
His presence in the band he founded was quickly fading, the victim of substance abuse issues.
25 Years Ago: Jimmy Page’s Disastrous ‘SNL’ Turn With Puff Daddy
He basically set a torch to one of Led Zeppelin's most famous songs.
How Paul Simon’s ‘Rhymin’ Simon’ Was Defined by In-the-Moment Genius
After dabbling in global rhythms and songforms, this second solo album returned to American roots.
How Living Colour Changed the Rules With ‘Vivid’
Their instantly recognizable sound didn't come together overnight.
40 Years Ago: Journey’s ‘Faithfully’ Arrives in a Dream
With 1983's 'Frontiers,' Journey's transition from prog-influenced rock to radio-friendly fare was all but complete.
30 Years Ago: David Lee Roth Busted for Marijuana Possession
Roth later compared the incident to "buying a pretzel or soda on a Sunday afternoon."
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.