Nesmith learned of The Monkees‘ audition via a Hollywood Reporter ad. The small ad famously read, “Madness!! Auditions. Folk & Roll Musicians-Singers for acting roles in new TV series. Running Parts ...

Need a killer name for your post-death metal band? Try Unicorn Guinea Pig Parade. That’s the only way you can be sure your name won’t appear on Doug Moore’s list of the “100 Most Overused Metal Band ...

Paul was the first member of The Beatles to form a new band after the Fab Four splintered. When he assembled Wings, his bandmates still recorded their solo songs under their names with help from ...

Boy bands often have a reputation for being sicky-sweet when it comes to songwriting. Many boy band songs are trademarked by irresistibly catchy melodies, backed by lyrics that encourage arena-sized ...

A scant three lines long, the lyrics to Spoon's "My Little Japanese Cigarette Case" couldn't be more minimal: "It's just my Japanese cigarette case / Bring a mirror to my face / Let all my memories be ...

With the cue of Nuno Bettencourt’s guitar riff, American hard rock/glam metal band Extreme’s lead vocalist Gary Cherone hit the stage in tight, shimmering spandex pants. The rest of the night for the ...

The Grateful Dead was an American rock band famously known for blending folk, rock, bluegrass, and blues. Formed in 1965, the group built a strong following through their live shows and unique sound.

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"You are my fire. My one desire. Believe when I say, I want it that way." Who else grew up staring into Nick and Howie's eyes, admiring the rest of the Backstreet Boys' smooth moves? Growing up with ...

Matt Goldberg has been an editor with Collider since 2007. As the site's Chief Film Critic, he has authored hundreds of reviews and covered major film festivals including the Toronto International ...