How Phil Collins turned a moment of improvisation into the massive hit single that launched his solo career
Collins reflects on his life, career and near death experiences in the brand new issue of Prog magazine
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The unlikeliest collab of the year? Hear Godflesh frontman Justin Broadrick play guitar on new song by pop superstar Phoebe Bridgers
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Pink Floyd: The inside story of the tour that killed the band - only in the new Classic Rock
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Taylor Hawkins' son Shane is giving his late father's classic rock covers band a new lease of life
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Artists
“I have to be careful how I present my ideas”: How misfit Jordan Rudess found his space in Dream Theater
He was training to be a classical pianist when prog exploded into his life, and refused his first invitation to join the prog metal giants – but it all worked out
The story of Slayer vs Slayer, the 80s metal Battle Of The Bands with only one winner
Two bands, one name, one crazy gig – this is what happened when a pre-fame Slayer shared a bill with another band named Slayer
Peter Frampton reflects on the many lessons life has taught him
The wisdom of Peter Frampton: Music is the best medicine. Always sit up straight. A good curry makes life worth living. Artists should take a stand politically
How Green Day's performance at the second festival of peace and love ended in chaos, violence and broken teeth
Staged in August 1994, Woodstock II was supposed to be all about good vibes. Not for fast-rising punks Green Day it wasn't
Music
A prog icon’s daughter rebelled against music, then returned and made an album with a punk legend
Galen Ayers discusses her late dad Kevin, babysitters Robert Fripp and Daevid Allen, and collaborator Paul Simonon of The Clash
How Tarja Turunen brought a decade of development to bear on diverse album Frisson Noir
It may sound risky to put Dani Filth, Chad Smith, Marko Hietala on a record that explores tango, flamenco and Japanese folk – but she’s very happy with the very heavy results
Stackridge’s Monty Python-like experience with The Man In The Bowler Hat
A unique band with a comedy edge, they couldn’t believe it when the Beatles producer agreed to work with them in 1973 – but their luck didn’t hold
Nine Steve Earle albums you should listen to and one to avoid
Buying guide With or without The Dukes, Steve Earle is a true rock’n’roll maverick, and these are his best albums
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Best headphones for vinyl 2026: Do justice to your records with my selection of headphones from AKG, Beyerdynamic & more
Buying guide Get intimate with your record collection all over again – and spare the neighbours – with the best headphones for vinyl
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Best Bluetooth turntables 2026: Wireless record-playing wonders that'll elevate your listening pleasure
Buying guide Analogue meets digital with these full-featured Bluetooth turntables from the likes of Sony, Audio-Technica, Pro-Ject, House Of Marley and more
Latest Reviews
Castle Rat look like future headliners at Bloodstock: review
Castle Rat have barely played a dozen gigs in the UK, but pulled a massive crowd for their early afternoon slot at Bloodstock
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Judas Priest's Bloodstock set is a triumphant homecoming: review
Rob Halford confirms Judas Priest are working on a new album as they bring some of heavy metal's greatest anthems home to Bloodstock
Fifty years on, Robin Trower's Bridge Of Sighs is still an all-time blues rock classic
Bridge Of Sighs was the second of Robin Tower's power trio’s superb trilogy of back-to-back albums in the mid-70s, and sealed his reputation
Nevermore make a triumphant return to the UK: Bloodstock review
The new line-up of Nevermore proves a fitting celebration of their legacy - and a hopeful new beginning
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