Black History Month Spotlight: Chuck, Richard, and Some Guy Named Jimi

By Matt Melis on February 25th, 2009

When my editor asked me to write a piece about black musicians and their influence on rock and roll, I advised myself to use caution. Don’t let me do it, I thought to myself. Don’t let me fall into the trap. He wants an article on all the innovative black artists who helped to shape [...]

Court of the Ginger King: Good Morning, 2009!

By Ginger King on January 9th, 2009

A new year, a new Ginger King? Nope, just a new post. Don’t expect the ol’ cynical lug to turn a new leaf, he’s staying as witty and fresh as ever. And if you thought he was done with 2008, you obviously don’t know the guy. Yep, he still has some stuff to say, in [...]