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
35 Years Ago: Aerosmith’s Comeback Gets Even Stronger on ‘Pump’
Their reunion with 'Permanent Vacation' producer Bruce Fairbairn picked up almost literally where the previous album left off.
30 Years Ago: Kiss Kisses Their Own Ass
Elton John, Jimi Hendrix and Eagles received all-star album tributes in the early '90s. Why not Kiss?
30 Years Ago: ZZ Top Decides to Dial It Down for ‘Antenna’
After bringing boogie blues to the Top 40 in the '80s, they entered a new decade in a rather unusual position.
Why ‘A Show of Hands’ Found Rush at an ’80s-era Crossroads
The '80s were a busy time for the group, with seven studio albums and a pair of live LPs.
40 Years Ago: Van Halen’s ‘Jump’ Video Points to the End of an Era
Producer Robert Lombard was abruptly fired before they completed the shoot.
How Paul Simon Ended Up Wearing a Turkey Suit on ‘Saturday Night Live’
No one could blame fans for humming "Still Crazy After All These Years" every Thanksgiving.
How Emerson Lake and Palmer Found Themselves on a Dismal ‘Love Beach’
As the end of the '70s neared, they found themselves at a commercial and creative crossroads.
How Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Ushered in the Video Age
It took only a few minutes of rehearsal – and a few thousand pounds – to knock out the promotional clip.
50 Years Ago: Billy Joel Begins March to Stardom With ‘Piano Man’
Even the most distinguished career has to start somewhere.
33 Years Ago: Eric Carr Plays His Last Kiss Show
He wasn't the band's original drummer, but he'd long since earned a place of honor.
40 Years Ago: John Cougar Mellencamp Gets Defiant on ‘Uh-Huh’
His first five records had been recorded under heavy meddling.
40 Years Ago: Yes Makes an Improbable Trip to the Top With ‘90125’
This was the happy end result of a long series of twists and turns – including another flurry of lineup changes.