A professional pop culture junkie for more than 25 years, Jeff Giles regularly surfaces in a number of far-flung locations on the Web.
Jeff Giles
Mick Jagger Says the Rolling Stones Have ‘Half an Album’ of New Material
Before it evolved into the blues covers set Blue and Lonesome, the Rolling Stones' next studio album was supposed to contain new original material.
Updated: Paul McCartney ‘Upset’ at Phil Collins for Sharing Autograph Snub Story
Like many music lovers of his generation, Phil Collins was a big Beatles fan — emphasis on the was.
Elton John to Publish Memoir in 2019
Elton John has signed a worldwide deal with Henry Holt and Macmillan to publish his memoir, scheduled for release in 2019.
John Lennon’s Killer Denied Parole for Ninth Time
John Lennon's murderer has seen his ninth parole hearing end the same way the previous eight did: with his request for freedom denied.
Ringo Starr Is a Great-Grandfather
Congratulations are in order for Ringo Starr, who recently became the first Beatle to achieve great-grandfatherhood.
Heart and John Mellencamp Join ‘John Oliver’ Supergroup for Anti-Campaign Anthem ‘Don’t Use Our Song’
The campaign season has seen artists complain about candidates using their music, and during Last Week Tonight, John Oliver rounded up a supergroup to fight back with humor.
New Study Suggests Hearing Loss Could Be Reversible
The days of permanent hearing loss as an occupational hazard for professional musicians might soon be over.
REO Speedwagon’s ‘Can’t Fight This Feeling’ Used in New Cat Food Commercial
REO Speedwagon have licensed their No. 1 hit "Can't Fight This Feeling" for a new cat food commercial.
David Bowie’s Hair Auctioned for Nearly $20,000
A lock of David Bowie's hair has found a new home — and some lucky dogs will get a financial windfall in the bargain.
Brian May Wants Donald Trump to Stop Using ‘We Are the Champions’
Those keeping track can now officially add Queen to the list of acts who don't wish to have their music associated with Donald Trump's presidential campaign.