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
How a Little Richard Song Inspired Led Zeppelin’s ‘Rock and Roll’
Spontaneous shift of gears led the band to create this homage to '50s rock.
Hear an Early Version of Billy Joel’s ‘New York State of Mind’
Live rendition was recorded several months before final album version.
Herbie Herbert, Longtime Journey Manager, Dead at 73
He also worked as a roadie for Santana and managed the Steve Miller Band.
Tom Petty Movie Director Discusses ‘Daunting’ Project: Interview
Mary Wharton's 'Tom Petty, Somewhere You Feel Free: The Making of Wildflowers' gets to the heart of the late legend's most personal album.
Watch Some Cats Sing Queen-Inspired ‘Bohemian Catsody’
Band's classic song gets a feline fix.
David Bowie’s ‘Lost’ Album ‘Toy’ Set for Official Release
Three-CD release will be included in late legend's newest box-set collection.
Tom Petty’s ‘Making of Wildflowers’ Film Coming to Theaters
Movie will screen for one night only, on what would have been his 71st birthday.
How the Rolling Stones’ Tongue and Lips Logo Was Invented
It's been one of the most recognizable emblems in the world for five decades.
Roger Waters Says Former Pink Floyd Bandmates Were ‘Toxic’
Ongoing arguments appear to have eliminated any possibility of another reunion.
How Personal Loss Inspired Queen’s ‘Who Wants to Live Forever’
Guitarist Brian May channeled some of his own experiences into the song.
When Tom Petty Imagined a Failed Career in the ‘Great Wide Open’ Video
Star-studded clip included appearances by Johnny Depp, Faye Dunaway and Matt LeBlanc.
Hear Sting’s New Song ‘If It’s Love’ From Upcoming Album
'The Bridge' LP will be released this fall.