What began as a knockabout way to take the pressure off being inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame has become Duran Duran’s quickest album since their debut.…
Kylie – the inner circle
From songwriters and producers to choreographers and creative visionaries, Kylie has worked with some of the best. We examine some of the key players from across the career of the…
My Pop Life – Ed Byrne
Actor and stand-up comedian Ed Byrne reflects on how his early music tastes were informed by a love of Prince… Who were your musical heroes growing up? Prince. All the…
UB40: Stars on 45
As UB40 celebrate 45 years of not having to sign on, Robin Campbell and Jimmy Brown tell Classic Pop why they’re still a band of brothers – just not with…
Lol Tolhurst interview: “When I left The Cure my whole life disintegrated”
As a brand new album and second book hit the shelves, The Cure’s former drummer Lol Tolhurst takes time out of his packed schedule to talk to Classic Pop. By…
Oliver Heldens interview: “It’s an honour to work with an icon like Kylie”
Oliver Heldens is the superstar DJ and producer behind 10 Out Of 10, one of the standout moments from the latest Kylie album, Tension. Here, he gives a unique insight…
Popscene – Hi-NRG
We spotlight Hi-NRG – the turbo-charged dance music that toughened up disco… Hi-NRG – what is it? Whether or not the shameful Disco Demolition Night (where a giant crate of…
Eddy Grant interview: “Music is a great doctor”
A trailblazer since the mid-60s, Eddy Grant is one of pop’s great survivors. In this exclusive interview, the singer-songwriter reveals all about his near-fatal heart attack, taking on Donald Trump…
Classic Album: Kylie Minogue – Enjoy Yourself
The second album from Kylie Minogue, Enjoy Yourself, may have been a magnet for critical sneers, but written solely with the fans in mind, it still sold by the truckload……
Album Insight: Madonna – MDNA
Newly divorced and with a fresh multi-million dollar deal, Madonna left the director’s chair in high spirits – but for many, the MDNA buzz just wasn’t enough… Given the triple-entendred…