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Vintage Rock
The Blue Cats’ 1981 cult classic Fight Back, while often overlooked, is one of the stand-out albums to emerge from the neo-rockabilly era… By Jack Watkins Running an eye down…
“The songs are all original compositions written by Chuck, for Chuck, and as only Chuck can perform them,” read the sleevenotes. Jack Watkins analyses one of the great albums of…
Of all the “woulda, coulda, shoulda” rock’n’roll stories, none would have, could have, and should have hit the big time more than Billy Lee Riley… By Rocko Jerome Sam Phillips:…
More than 60 years after the release of their debut album and iconic signature hit, the legacy of The Shadows and their Strat-wielding lead guitarist is as potent as ever.…
Photo by Will Cornfield A diverse selection of vocal-free tracks make the cut for the acclaimed Rochester, NY-based guitarist Greg Townson is one of the busiest guitarists on the rockin’…
The fabulous foursome from the West Country made a splash with their debut EP. Now they’re bringing their party-loving garage rock to beat fans on both sides of the Atlantic.…
Emerald Records’ latest protégé talks to Sheree Homer about his love of the musical giants of the 50s and their influence on his new EP… After learning the ropes from his…
The Bullets have been pumping out prime-cut rockabilly for over 30 years now. Here, vocalist Brett Waters shares his personal rockin’ Top 10… Peggy Sue – Buddy Holly, 1957 Like…
When rock’n’roll’s popularity began to fade in the US, the legendary Gene Vincent made the UK his new home. With the help of Matchbox’s Graham Fenton, Vintage Rock charts Gene’s…
Party anthem. Posthumous monster hit. Jackie Wilson’s all-time classic 1957 single didn’t just kickstart the great man’s solo career, but also provided the foundations for the rise of Hitsville USA.…