Mick Ronson, a name often mentioned in the shadows of rock legends, deserves a spotlight of his own. Known primarily for his collaboration with David Bowie, Ronson was more than just a guitarist for The Spiders from Mars. His influence on rock music, particularly in the 1970s, was profound, yet it remains … Read more
The 1970s marked a pivotal moment for the UK’s music landscape, with bands at the forefront of a cultural revolution. Their music wasn’t just groundbreaking; the bands’ distinctive styles and flamboyant appearances significantly contributed to their allure. Despite critiques of their fashion choices, the chart-topping hits were undeniable, setting new records almost … Read more
Formation as the Doc Thomas Group and as Silence Mott the Hoople’s origins hark back to Herefordshire, England during the early 1960s. Most of the members came from two groups — The Soulents and The Buddies. In the mid-1960s, these members came together to form Doc Thomas Group. It consisted of Stan … Read more
Introduction to Nick Gilder Apart from his work with the band Sweeney Todd, Nick Gilder also has had a considerable success as a solo artist. Gilder was the frontman of Sweeney Todd who scored a Canadian hit “Roxy Roller.” But despite their success Gilder and guitarist and songwriting partner Jim McCullouch left … Read more
No one can deny David Bowie’s tremendous influence on rock and pop music. His ability to adapt himself to the musical changes he had seen for the last four decades has him pegged as the musical chameleon – and along with the radical shift in styles came the change in the way … Read more