A professional pop culture junkie for more than 25 years, Jeff Giles regularly surfaces in a number of far-flung locations on the Web.
Jeff Giles
Why Bob Seger Took So Long to Return With ‘The Fire Inside’
It certainly wasn't a case of dwindling demand for his work.
Timothy B. Schmit Opens Up About Glenn Frey’s Sudden Death: ‘Everybody’s Still Processing It’
As with any significant loss, the adjustment isn't easy.
Van Morrison Announces New Album, ‘Keep Me Singing’
Van Morrison fans have a new album to look forward to this fall.
Steven Tyler Talks Aerosmith Farewell Tour: ‘It’s Time’
The timing looks like it's still up in the air, but it appears that an Aerosmith farewell tour is definitely on the horizon — at least if singer Steven Tyler has anything to say about it
Ron Howard’s Beatles Movie Schedules Hulu and Theatrical Releases
Ron Howard's documentary about the Beatles' touring years as a touring act is headed for theaters and home viewing this fall.
How Van Halen Reached Back on ‘For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge’
They took more than a year to finish the record, but it paid off on the charts.
Eddie Van Halen Got Out of a Speeding Ticket for Being Eddie Van Halen
Sammy Hagar isn't the only Van Halen alumnus who has a hard time driving under the speed limit.
How the Doobie Brothers’ Self-Titled Debut Showed Their Potential
They'd already developed a local reputation as a hungry — and increasingly popular — live act.
When Led Zeppelin Clashed With the Police in Pittsburgh
They were already a force to be reckoned with – both on and off stage.
How Van Halen Kept Their Streak Going With ‘Van Halen II’
"The '80s are coming and we're going to be the soundtrack," David Lee Roth declared.
When David Bowie Made His Film Debut in ‘The Man Who Fell to Earth’
His creative drift occurred at the right time for Nicolas Roeg, who was hunting for a leading man in a future cult classic.
The Story of Van Halen’s Injury-Plagued ‘Balance’ Tour
They were heading back out on the road with a No. 1 album on the chart — but trouble was brewing.
Why Billy Joel Toughened Up on ‘Glass Houses’
Turns out, fame just added sharper corners and greater heft to the chip he had on his shoulder.
How ‘Queen II’ Set the Stage For Everything That Followed
They were able to bring more focus – and, ultimately, a lot more ambition – to bear.
How Aerosmith Avoided Sophomore Jinx on ‘Get Your Wings’
With all the elements in place, the stage was set to take the world by storm.
The History of David Bowie and the Grammys
When Lady Gaga takes the stage at the Grammys on Feb. 15 to honor David Bowie, it'll add a bittersweet postscript to a rock legend's long relationship with modern music's preeminent awards show.