Where do pebbles come from? Paul Weller and his take on human origin
Throughout his long and illustrious career, Paul Weller has explored a countless array of themes within his songwriting, ...
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The actor Ryan Gosling compared to a Jedi: “You hope he shows you the way of the Force”
Ryan Gosling is an enigma in Hollywood, with a light-hearted and unbothered persona in real life that seems detached from the ...
“Pure cheese”: The song George Michael considered incredibly corny
George Michael may have many hooks to his name, but he didn't hide the fact that this tune could be too cheesy for some.
The reason why Anthony Hopkins and Brian Cox will never talk about Hannibal Lecter: “That’s a rule”
Anthony Hopkins and Brian Cox will never talk about Hannibal Lecter because they don't want it to appear to the media like they're trying to one-up each other.
How the New York Dolls residency at the Mercer Arts Center changed New York
Before the CBGB, punk had a different home in New York City as the New York Dolls put the place on the map with their residency at the Mercer Arts Center.
Mike Myers’ insane original idea for ‘Wayne’s World 2’: “I didn’t want to do a second one”
Mike Myers' insane original idea for 'Wayne's World 2' involved Wayne's hometown seceding from the US and being dubbed the 'Kingdom of Waynedavia.' ...
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The Pearl Jam song that took aim at the Gulf War: “Why were we doing this?”
Disasters are frequently followed by a societal fallout, leading to drastic preservation attempts. This is the case in a physical sense but also in a much more metaphorical one. A great example of ...
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How Robert Redford made a career-long enemy of Pauline Kael: “I thought it was a gag”
In the annals of American film criticism, two names tower above all others. One is Roger Ebert, the beloved Chicago Sun-Times critic and one-half of the iconic duo Siskel and Ebert. The other, though, ...
Billy Corgan’s favourite Black Sabbath album: “Heavier than God”
Well known for his love of heavy metal, Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan spoke candidly about his favourite Black ...
Robert Downey Jr names the smartest actor in Hollywood: “Teach me the secrets”
Robert Downey Jr has always been perceived as a hugely intelligent actor, but he defers to the unsung hero he called the brainiest star in Hollywood.
Donald Fagen’s favourite Ray Charles records
When promoting his solo debut The Nightfly in 1982, Steely Dan's Donald Fagen listed his favourite records, including two from soul legend Ray Charles.
Christopher Walken’s failed attempt to justify his worst movie: “I thought it was gonna be good”
Christopher Walken's iconic performances over the years have cemented his icon status. But this film is widely considered one ...