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Neil Storey highlights 12 standout tracks from Island Records’ transformative years, 1969-70. We uncover the stories behind releases The post Island Records 1969-70 appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Keith Hopwood of Herman’s Hermits reflects on a life in music. From the breakout hit I’m Into Something The post Keith Hopwood – Herman’s Hermits appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Bruce Woolley has had a fascinating career in music, from his early days co-writing “Video Killed the Radio The post Bruce Woolley appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Colin ‘Smiley’ Petersen passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that bridged the worlds The post Colin ‘Smiley’ Petersen: Bee Gees Drummer Dies at 78 appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Tony Banks reveals the creative exploration that defined Genesis’ sound and his personal foray into orchestral music. From The post Tony Banks appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Arthur Brown shares captivating stories from his extraordinary life and the history behind his classic album, The Crazy The post Arthur Brown on The Crazy World of Arthur Brown appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Peter Perrett opens up about his life and the creative process leading to The Cleansing, his most ambitious The post Peter Perrett appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Rosalie Cunningham chooses eight key tracks from across her career, highlighting both personal and musical turning points. From The post Rosalie Cunningham appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Jeff Wayne shares the influences that shaped his acclaimed musical adaptation of The War of the Worlds. From The post Jeff Wayne on The War of the Worlds appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Mark Wilkerson uncovers the fascinating story of Thunderclap Newman, the group known for their 1969 hit ‘Something in The post The Thunderclap Newman Story appeared first on The Strange Brew .

John Paul White discusses his recent album ‘The Hurting Kind’, which was inspired by classic country, rock, and The post John Paul White appeared first on The Strange Brew .

David Wells breaks down the irresistible world of late 60s American bubblegum pop, exploring its catchy hit singles, The post American Bubblegum Pop 1966-1971 appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Few collaborations feel as natural as Those Pretty Wrongs, where Big Star drummer Jody Stephens teams up with The post Those Pretty Wrongs appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Chris Leslie shares a selection of his favourite songs with Fairport Convention and reflects on his highlights with The post Chris Leslie – Fairport Convention appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Susan Cowsill reflects on her musical journey, from her time with the Continental Drifters to growing up as The post Susan Cowsill – Continental Drifters, The Cowsills appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Ahmet Zappa and Joe Travers celebrate the 50th anniversary of Frank Zappa’s landmark album Apostrophe (‘). They explore The post Frank Zappa’s Apostrophe (‘) at 50 appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Terry Reid unlocks a treasure chest of stories, being one of the most influential figures in rock history. The post Terry Reid appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Richie Furay shares how his country influences shaped his music and role in Buffalo Springfield and Poco, and The post Richie Furay appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Alan Parsons reflects on the Alan Parsons Project including the new reissue of their landmark album Pyramid. He The post Alan Parsons on Pyramid, The Beatles and Pink Floyd appeared first on The Strange Brew .

Steve Wynn discusses his new memoir ‘I Wouldn’t Say It If It Wasn’t True’ and musical career. Steve The post Steve Wynn – The Dream Syndicate appeared first on The Strange Brew .