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The Record that Changed My LifeThe Record That Changed My Life: Alex Winter on John Coltrane's 'A Love Supreme'
'I listened to the stuff when Miles and Coltrane were playing together, then I heard this and I was like, 'This is something else altogether!"' The Q ListsThe Q List: 20 Greatest Who Songs, From 'Love Reign O'er Me' to 'Won't Get Fooled Again'
Q Readers selected the 20 greatest Who songs, from 'Love Reign O'er Me' to 'Won't Get Fooled Again,' plus 18 other classics MusicAfter 30 Years, Shed Seven Finally Ascend to the Top of the UK Albums Chart With 'A Matter of Time'
Following three top 10 albums and a top 10 best-of collection, the band finally achieved the No. 1 spot with their sixth studio LP. The Q InterviewDef.fo on Combining 'Folk, Psychedelic, Indie, Trip-Hop, and Whatever Else' to Create His Debut Album, 'Eternity'
The diverse collection of songs features contributions from Michael Head (Shack) and Chris Geddes (Belle and Sebastian). PlaylistsQ: The Music for the Weekend (January 12, 2024)
This week's mix starts with 'The Simpsons' and closes with 'Weird Al' featuring Ben Folds. Also included: The Fall, Mos Def and Mayday Parade. PlaylistsAdd a Little Prog to Your Day With a Tony Kaye Playlist Featuring Yes, Flash, Badger, Circa, and More
Other artists in the mix: the Federals, Winston's Fumbs, the Bonzo Dog Band, Eddie Harris, Murray Head, Detective and Badfinger. MusicSophie Ellis-Bextor on the 'Saltburn'-Inspired Success of 'Murder on the Dance Floor': 'To [Americans] It’s a New Song, and That’s Bonkers'
Ellis-Bextor has had so little American success that the 'Chart Positions' section of her Wikipedia page doesn't even have a 'US' column. MusicMGMT Serve Up New Single, 'Nothing to Declare,' as Latest Taster of Their Upcoming New Album, 'Loss of Life'
The duo's highly-anticipated LP is scheduled for release on February 23 MusicFKA Twigs' Ad for Calvin Klein Banned by UK’s Advertising Standards Authority for Presenting Her as 'a Stereotypical Sexual Object'
The ad, which was described as 'irresponsible and likely to cause serious offense,' actually made its debut back in April 2023. PlaylistsCelebrating Jerry Wexler: Songwriter, Producer, Atlantic Records Legend, and Key Figure at Muscle Shoals Sound Studio
Wexler inspired "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," produced albums for Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson, and helped sign Led Zeppelin. MusicThomas Bangalter, Late of Daft Punk, Announced as Composer of Score for Upcoming Salvador Dali Biopic, 'DAAAAAALÍ'
The score arrives on the heels of the orchestral compositions Bangalter penned in 2022 for the ballet 'Mythologies.' MusicSinead O'Connor and Shane MacGowan to Receive Joint Tribute Concert on March 20 at Carnegie Hall
Among the artists scheduled to participate: Dropkick Murphys, Gordon Gano, David Gray, Glen Hansard, Mountain Goats and Cat Power. PlaylistsFlipping Through Jimmy Page's Back Catalog as a Session Musician for Tom Jones, The Who, Donovan, Brenda Lee, and Many Others
Page, who turns 80 this year, spent several years as a studio guitarist before finally hitting the big time with Led Zeppelin. MusicR.I.P., Del Palmer: Singer, Songwriter, and Kate Bush's Longtime Engineer and Bassist, Dead at 71
Palmer released his first solo album, 'Leap of Faith,' in 2007. Movies21 Savage Releases Trailer for 'American Dream: The 21 Savage Story,' Featuring a New Song from the Rapper
The bio-pic, which stars Donald Glover and Caleb McLaughlin, is currently without an official release date. PlaylistsDiving Into the David Bowie Songbook Through a Decidedly Diverse Collection of Covers
Among the artists included: Bauhaus, the Bay City Rollers, Superchunk, Dinosaur Jr., Lulu, the Cure, and...Barbra Streisand?! MusicThe Waterboys Prepare to Unleash the Mammoth Set '1985: How the Waterboys Made "This Is the Sea" and Saw the Whole of the Moon'
Scheduled for release on Feb. 23, the physical version of the set contains 6 CDs and a 220-page hardcover book. MusicR.I.P., David Soul: 'Starsky & Hutch' Star and US and UK Chart-Topper with 'Don't Give Up on Us,' Dead at 80
In addition to starring in the TV adaptation of Stephen King's 'Salem's Lot,' he also topped the UK charts with 'Silver Lady.' MusicKula Shaker Announce Arrival Date of New Album, 'Natural Magick,' Release Video for Title Track
The album - the band's seventh studio LP - is the first to reunite all four original members in 25 years. PlaylistsQ: The Music for the Weekend (January 5, 2024)
This week's playlist starts at the Top of the Pops, closes with Lana Del Rey, and includes songs by everyone from Billy Bragg to Spinal Tap Shows & FestivalsThomas Dolby, Men Without Hats, and Modern English Among the Artists Touring on This Summer's 'Totally Tubular Festival'
Other artists on the bill include Bow Wow Wow, Tom Bailey of Thompson Twins, the Romantics, and the Plimsouls. MusicWhen Guitar Gods Collide: Tony Iommi and Brian May Sit Down Together for the New Documentary, 'Greatest Guitar Riffs'
The two guitarists don't just chat, they also join forces for a performance of Black Sabbath's 'Paranoid.' Movies & TVParamount+ Drops the Trailer for the Upcoming June Carter Cash Documentary, 'June,' Scheduled for Release on Jan. 16
Directed by Kristen Vaurio, the film features appearances from Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Reese Witherspoon and others. MusicSing Along with Stipe: A Collection of Songs Not by R.E.M. Featuring Vocals by Michael Stipe
Among the artists included on the playlist: Billy Bragg, Robyn Hitchcock, 10,000 Maniacs, Spacehog, Patti Smith, and the Golden Palominos. MusicSharon Osbourne Says She's Up for Putting Together Another Ozzfest, But Whether Ozzy Will Perform... Well, That's Another Matter
The festival's last incarnation was a one-date engagement at the Forum in Los Angeles. MusicCelebrating Van Dyke Parks' Birthday with a Playlist of Songs He's Written, Produced, Played On, or Arranged
The noted musician and songwriter has collaborated with everyone from the Beach Boys to Scissor Sisters and Saint Etienne to Silverchair The Record that Changed My LifeThe Record That Changed My Life: Steve Carlson on Jackson Browne's 'For Everyman'
"The last line [of 'These Days'] is beautiful: 'Don't confront me with my failures / I had not forgotten them.' It's like, 'How do you write that at 16 years old?'" MusicR.I.P., Les McCann: Legendary Jazz Pianist and Vocalist Sampled on Hundreds of Hip-Hop Songs, Dead at 88
Among the artists who sampled McCann's songs: Massive Attack, Dr. Dre featuring Snoop Dogg, and the Notorious B.I.G. MusicThe Lemon Twigs Kick Off 2024 with a New Single, 'My Golden Years'
The new track is described as a power pop anthem about 'making every minute count and living up to your potential.' MusicChristine and the Queens' Cover of the Bee Gees' 'Stayin' Alive' and How It Compares to Other Versions of the Classic Disco Song
Come on, you know you want to hear Tiny Tim's version...and Happy Mondays' version...and Ozzy Osbourne's version... PlaylistsAs Years Go By: Celebrating Marianne Faithfull's Birthday with a Career-Spanning Playlist
The material traverses the decades, from her 1964 debut single, "As Tears Go By," to a tune from her 2021 album, 'She Walks in Beauty' PlaylistsQ: The Music for the Weekend (December 29, 2023)
This week's playlist opens with X, closes with a Taylor Swift cover, and includes songs by everyone from Kool and the Gang to Gang of Four MusicPaul McCartney Acknowledges the Connection Between The Beatles' 'Let It Be' and 'Hamlet'
The revelation came about during the latest episode of his podcast, 'McCartney: A Life in Lyrics' PlaylistsRemembering Dennis Wilson by Shining a Spotlight on His Work Within the Beach Boys and His Solo Album, 'Pacific Ocean Blue'
Lest it be forgotten, he was the only legit surfer within the roster of the Beach Boys MusicDionne Warwick, Queen Latifah, Renée Fleming, Barry Gibb, and Billy Crystal Honored at the Kennedy Center Awards
Missy Elliott, Rapsody, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Michael Buble, and Little Big Town were among the artists paying tribute to the honorees. MusicMiley Cyrus Channels Her Inner Steve Perry, Releases Live Cover of Journey's 'Faithfully'
The performance was recorded at the famed West Hollywood hotel Chateau Marmont. TelevisionCardi B and LL Cool J Join the Growing Roster of Performers for This Year's 'Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest'
Also in the mix: Aqua, Green Day, Jelly Roll, Megan Thee Stallion, 30 Seconds from Mars, and more. MusicR.I.P., Tom Smothers: Comedian, Musician, and Activist Who Was Half of the Smothers Brothers, Dead at 86
In addition to battling prime-time censorship with his brother Dick, he also played guitar on John Lennon's 'Give Peace a Chance.' PlaylistsMick Jones of Foreigner: The Songs He Wrote for Other People + Other People Covering His Songs
It's high past time that you were introduced to Millie Jackson and Isaac Hayes crooning 'Feels Like the First Time.' MusicBonehead of Oasis Admits to Hearing the Liam Gallagher / John Squire Collaborative Album, Deems It 'Very Good'
"I'm not involved in any way," the rhythm guitarist said during his radio show. "But I've heard it." MusicOzzy Osbourne Would Have You Know That He's 'Not Dead' and "Not Going Any-F***ing-Where'
'I’m gonna go up and do some more gigs before I’m finished anyway,' the singer claimed on the most recent episode of 'The Osbournes Podcast.' MusicM.I.A. Drops New Mixtape, 'Bells Collection,' on Christmas Day
'TIS THE SEASON FOR A MIXTAPE,' M.I.A. wrote on social media Music'Interlude,' the One-Off Duet by Morrissey and Siouxsie Sioux, to Receive 30th Anniversary Reissue
Disagreements between the duo over the video led to limited promotion for the song and only a brief stay on the charts. MusicThe Smiths' 'There Is a Light That Never Goes Out' Hits the 500-Million Mark on Spotify
The classic track from 'The Queen Is Dead' didn't see release as a single until 1992, in conjunction with the Smiths' 'Best II' compilation PlaylistsQ: The Music for the Weekend (December 22, 2023)
In this week's playlist, we offer up a few Christmas songs, a few cover songs, and tracks by everyone from Hank Williams to HAIM and beyond MusicFederal Appeals Court Revives Lawsuit Over Nirvana's 'Nevermind' Album Cover Art
The lawsuit was filed by Spencer Elden, the now-grown baby from the album cover. MusicNick Cave Pens Farewell Tribute to Shane MacGowan: 'There Was a Truth to Him, a Clarity of Soul That Was of the Purest Kind.'
The pair first met in 1989, by which point Cave was already 'completely in awe of Shane’s songwriting.' PlaylistsQ Playlist: Add a Little Carl Wilson to Your Day
The late Beach Boy contributed backing vocals to classic tracks by Elton John, Chicago, Warren Zevon, America, David Lee Roth, and others. MusicDrake and Morgan Wallen Bond Over Beverages, Get Blown Up in Video for Drake's New Single, 'You Broke My Heart'
Speculations are running wild as to whether their onscreen collaboration could potentially turn into a musical one as well. TelevisionWhat Makes You Laughable: When One Direction Danced Their Way Into an 'SNL' Sketch with Amy Adams
Nine years ago today, the boy band played members of a high school dance squad led by Adams.