Why Guns N' Roses Covered Bob Dylan’s ‘Knockin’ on Heaven's Door’
Band made song a live staple before recording studio version.
Anniversaries
Guns N' Roses Kissed Their Past Goodbye on 'Yesterdays'
They split the difference here between their debut's rancorous blues rock, and the high-brow art-rock of their new double album.
How Wilco Self-Released Their Masterpiece, 'Yankee Hotel Foxtrot'
After record company rejected LP, band put it out for free on its website. It quickly became a classic.
How Guns N' Roses Built '14 Years' From Two Different Songs
Axl Rose and Izzy Stradlin made like Dr. Frankenstein to complete a track for 'Use Your Illusion II.'
When Sting and Phil Collins Went Solo at Secret Policeman’s Ball
The 1981 charity shows marked significant steps in their respective careers.
When Guns N' Roses Took a Stance on Still-Relevant 'Civil War'
'Use Your Illusion II' opener remains an integral part of the band's live set, offering a resonant message.
Why Ringo Starr's Impressive Solo Run Ended With 'Rotogravure'
The expiration date for this LP's unifying concept had passed, and there was nothing he could do to save it.
Slash's 'Coma' Pushed Guns N' Roses Into Complicated Territory
Izzy Stradlin and Gilby Clarke had trouble performing the song live.
How Elvis Costello Ended Several Eras With 'Blood and Chocolate'
It would be the last album co-credited to backing band the Attractions for a decade.
How Personal Loss Inspired Queen's 'Who Wants to Live Forever'
Guitarist Brian May channeled some of his own experiences into the song.