When Sammy Hagar Exposed Himself to Kiss FansWhen Sammy Hagar Exposed Himself to Kiss FansHis self-titled second album was about to be released when this opening slot came along. It didn't go well.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
Why Jackson Browne Became Political With ‘Lives in the Balance’Why Jackson Browne Became Political With ‘Lives in the Balance’He decided to face outward after spending his early career brilliantly articulating the inner lives of a generation.Jeff GilesJeff Giles
4 Decades of KISS4 Decades of KISSGene Simmons and Paul Stanley believed that a more aggressive sound – and distinctive image – would take them to the next level.Jeff GilesJeff Giles
The Day the Beatles Met Cassius ClayThe Day the Beatles Met Cassius ClayOne of the perks they had to get used to was rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
Freddie MercuryFreddie MercuryThe 11th Brit Awards offered a moment of public triumph for Queen. Privately, however, they were worried. Jeff GilesJeff Giles
The Day the Beatles Met the MaharishiThe Day the Beatles Met the MaharishiA quest for answers to some of life's larger questions led them to Rishikesh, India.Dave SwansonDave Swanson
Elton John Made for VegasElton John Made for VegasSince then, a string of classic rockers have staged outsized extended engagements. It all started right here.Matt SpringerMatt Springer
How Billy Idol Almost Lost His Leg in a Motorcycle AccidentWe enjoy a certain amount of bad behavior from our rock stars, but within limits. Jeff GilesJeff Giles
The DoorsThe DoorsThey'd gotten sloppy, self-absorbed and a little off course by the time they released their fourth album.Michael GallucciMichael Gallucci
School ShootingSchool ShootingA 16-year-old opened fire from inside her San Diego house at students across the street.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
Jason Newsted Jason Newsted We take a look at the projects former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted has undertaken since 2001.Michael ChristopherMichael Christopher
50 Years Ago: Simon & Garfunkel Become Folk-Rock Stars With ‘Sounds of Silence’50 Years Ago: Simon & Garfunkel Become Folk-Rock Stars With ‘Sounds of Silence’Bolstered by an unexpected hit, Simon & Garfunkel got back together for their second LP, 'Sounds of Silence.'Dave SwansonDave Swanson