Sting
Sting: From Punk-Reggae Frontman to Sophisticated Solo Virtuoso Sting. Early Life and Origins Sting, born Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner on October 2, 1951, in Wallsend, England, earned his nickname from…
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May 5, 2025
Alice in Chains
Alice in Chains: The Grunge Band with a Metal Heart Alice in Chains. I. Origins and Formation Alice in Chains was formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1987 by: Jerry Cantrell…
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May 5, 2025
Steve Miller Band
Steve Miller Band: From Psychedelic Blues to Hit-Making Power Pop Steve Miller Band. Formation and Early Years The Steve Miller Band was formed in San Francisco in 1966 by guitarist…
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May 4, 2025
Roy Orbison
Roy Orbison: The Velvet Voice of Rock’s Lonely Heart Roy Orbison. Early Life and Musical Roots Roy Kelton Orbison was born on April 23, 1936, in Vernon, Texas, and raised…
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May 4, 2025
Queensrÿche
Queensrÿche: Visionaries of Progressive Metal Theater Queensrÿche. Formation and Origins Queensrÿche was formed in Bellevue, Washington, in 1982, initially as a covers band named The Mob. Their lineup solidified around…
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May 4, 2025
Opeth
Opeth: From Brutal Beginnings to Progressive Mastery Opeth. Formation and Early Vision Opeth was formed in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1990 by David Isberg, but after early lineup changes, Mikael Åkerfeldt…
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May 4, 2025
Manowar
Manowar: Defenders of True Metal Glory Manowar. Origins and Founding Ethos Manowar was formed in Auburn, New York, in 1980 by: Joey DeMaio – Bass, founding member, primary songwriter Ross…
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May 4, 2025
Guns N’ Roses
Guns N’ Roses: The Last Great Rock 'n' Roll Outlaws Guns N’ Roses. Formation and Origins Guns N’ Roses (GNR) was formed in Los Angeles in 1985, combining members from…
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May 4, 2025
Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters: From Grunge Roots to Arena Rock Royalty Foo Fighters. Formation and Origins Foo Fighters was formed in 1994 by Dave Grohl, following the tragic death of Kurt Cobain…
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May 4, 2025
Duran Duran
Duran Duran: New Romantic Icons with Sonic and Visual Impact I. Formation and Early Years Duran Duran was formed in Birmingham, England, in 1978 by: Nick Rhodes – Keyboards John…
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May 4, 2025