In 1977 the multi-instrumentalist came to conquer — not to pander to Monkees nostalgia
February 21, 2019
Is this the 45th or 46th Poll? Lester Bangs speaks from beyond the grave.
February 9, 2019
In 1977, Lester Bangs called Queen live ‘Fantasia for dodos and 14-year-olds.’ He also wrote that Freddie Mercury could become ‘the next Liza Minnelli.’
October 24, 2018
Lester Bangs recalled his “erection of the heart” when he said goodbye to the King
Originally published August 29, 1977
The brilliant rock critic predicted the Stones’ longevity. Plus, going through Ronnie Woods’s trash.
August 13, 2018