Allison Rapp is a New York City-based music and culture journalist. Her work has appeared in Brooklyn Magazine, City Limits and more. She tweets at @allisonrapp22
Allison Rapp
56 Rock Musician Nicknames
From schoolday monikers to bandmate bestowed titles.
Elvis Costello and Daryl Hall Announce 2024 Joint Tour Dates
Duo's trek will begin June 2.
Hear Bob Dylan Cover Chuck Berry’s ‘Roll Over Beethoven’
He also covered Johnny Cash's 'Big River' the day before.
Dave Grohl, Black Keys and More Shake Up Love Rocks NYC: Photos
Other performers at the annual benefit show included Don Felder, Nile Rodgers, Larkin Poe and Hozier.
Five Reasons Oasis Should Be in the Rock Hall of Fame
Gallagher brothers were one of the most successful and influential rock acts of the '90s.
Wolfgang Van Halen Responds to David Lee Roth’s Recent Attacks
He warns fans to take the singer's comments "with a grain of salt."
Five Reasons Peter Frampton Should Be in the Rock Hall of Fame
The guitar legend and man behind 'Frampton Comes Alive!' has been eligible since 1997.
Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks Announce 2024 Tour Dates
Former Yes singer says a new collection of songs will be released this summer.
Blackberry Smoke Drummer Brit Turner Dead at 57
The founding member of the Southern rock band was 57.
24 Songs About Managers and Record Executives
Not everyone working in the music business has honest intentions, as these tracks point out.
Hear Keith Richards Cover Lou Reed’s ‘I’m Waiting for the Man’
Track is part of an upcoming tribute album to Reed.
Watch an Exclusive ‘Rolling Stones Live at the Wiltern’ Clip
Performance was taped at the Los Angeles venue in 2002 and will soon be available on DVD.
Don Henley Completes Testimony in Stolen Eagles Lyrics Trial
If convicted, the defendants face up to four years in prison.
Don Henley Calls Teen Overdose Questioning a ‘Sideshow’
Asked about using cocaine, the Eagles star noted that "sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll is not regulatory."
Eagles’ Don Henley Opens Up About Teen Overdose in Lyrics Trial
He still maintains that pages of 'Hotel California' material were illegally taken from his property.
28 Songs Written About Bandmates
Scathing takedowns, passive aggressive points and tender goodbyes.
Kansas Drummer Phil Ehart Recovering From ‘Major’ Heart Attack
A statement notes that he will continue to serve as band manager while recuperating.
Tom Petty Tribute Album, ‘Petty Country,’ Coming This Spring
LP features two former Heartbreakers, Mike Campbell and Benmont Tench, plus guests like Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and more.
Eagles Manager Testifies Don Henley ‘Felt He Was Being Extorted’
Irving Azoff took the witness stand in the criminal case involving stolen 'Hotel California' lyrics.
Foreigner’s Mick Jones Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis
Founding member has not performed with the band since 2022, but says he's "still very much involved in the background."