A professional pop culture junkie for more than 25 years, Jeff Giles regularly surfaces in a number of far-flung locations on the Web.
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Watch Paul McCartney Pay Tribute to Prince With ‘Let’s Go Crazy’ Cover
Paul McCartney brought his One on One Tour to Minneapolis last night, and adjusted his set list to honor Prince with a performance of "Let's Go Crazy."
Paul McCartney Meets Women Who Inspired Beatles’ ‘Blackbird’ as Little Rock High School Students
Paul McCartney brought his One on One Tour to Little Rock on April 30, and paid tribute to two of the women who inspired the Beatles classic "Blackbird" while he was in town.
Groundbreaking Guitarist Lonnie Mack Dead at 74
Lonnie Mack, the pioneering blues guitarist whose work helped expand and redefine his instrument's role in modern music, has died of natural causes at the age of 74.
Led Zeppelin to Stand Trial Over ‘Stairway to Heaven’ Plagiarism Claim
After years of legal maneuvering, lawyers for Led Zeppelin are headed to trial against representatives for the estate of Spirit co-founder Randy California.
Read an Excerpt From ‘I Am Brian Wilson: A Memoir’
Brian Wilson's new autobiography, suitably titled I Am Brian Wilson: A Memoir, has been scheduled for an Oct. 11 release.
Steve Miller Inducted Into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by the Black Keys
Steve Miller was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by the Black Keys on April 8, 2016.
Elton John Refutes Sexual Harassment Allegations
Elton John's attorney has fired back against allegations that his client sexually harassed a former security guard, calling the plaintiff's claims "patently untrue."
How Van Halen Kept Their Streak Going With ‘Van Halen II’
"The '80s are coming and we're going to be the soundtrack," David Lee Roth declared.
Lost Rolling Stones Track Discovered After Spending 50 Years in an Attic
The Rolling Stones archives just added a few intriguing unreleased tracks — including a recording that's remained completely unknown for more than five decades.
Why Billy Joel Toughened Up on ‘Glass Houses’
Turns out, fame just added sharper corners and greater heft to the chip he had on his shoulder.
How ‘Queen II’ Set the Stage For Everything That Followed
They were able to bring more focus – and, ultimately, a lot more ambition – to bear.
How Rush’s Self-Titled Debut Pointed to Bigger Things
Before they could do their country proud, this band would have to go through Cleveland first.