Jim Allen

The Stories Behind the Songs of the Doors’ Last Hurrah, ‘L.A. Woman’
On the anniversary of the release of 'L.A. Woman,' we look at the multitude of influences on Jim Morrison's swan song.

The Day Buffalo Springfield Played Their First Show
It all started in a little room, with zero hoopla, and an unprecedented amount of talent.

10 Great Classic Rock Merle Haggard Covers
The late Merle Haggard's songs found a home in some famous rock 'n' roll hearts.

How the Grateful Dead Reached Back to Their Roots on ‘Reckoning’
This was an opportunity to show the world beyond their faithful legions exactly what the band’s acoustic side was all about.

Tony Levin Talks Stick Men, King Crimson and More: Exclusive Interview
On both the bass and the Chapman Stick, Tony Levin has become famous for bringing the bottom end into the spotlight.

How the Allman Brothers Band’s ‘At Fillmore East’ Changed Everything
The group understood their talents well enough by 1971 to determine that their next album should be a live recording.

How the Beatles Got Ready for Prime Time at the Cavern Club
Before they became famous, the Beatles played Liverpool's Cavern Club nearly 300 times.