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
A DNA Test Connected Billy Idol With a Son He Didn’t Know He Had
Idol's brood got bigger a few years ago, thanks to a chance connection made courtesy of a DNA test.
12 Wrongly Forgotten Movies From the Summer of 1985
These movies failed to conquer the box office 40 years ago. Here's why you should watch them this summer.
When Kiss’ Gene Simmons Set His Hair on Fire for the First Time
He debuted this now-signature fireball-spewing trick during a performance of "Firehouse."
How Keith Richards Used ‘Beast of Burden’ to Apologize
It arrived after a period of turmoil for the band.
30 Years Ago: Billy Joel Suddenly Says Goodbye to Rock
By all appearances, he seemed happy and fulfilled. 'River of Dreams' told a different story.
Van Halen’s ‘OU812′: A Track-by-Track Guide
Their second Sammy Hagar-era album was an eclectic mix of styles.
How ZZ Top Souped Up Their Sound With ‘Got Me Under Pressure’
Bold experimentation led the band to new commercial heights.
Joe Satriani Responds to Ritchie Blackmore’s Criticism
One guitarist recently said some things about another guitarist's playing. Now the other guitarist has something to say.
Dave Grohl Still Can’t Listen to Nirvana
"When Kurt died, every time the radio came on, it broke my heart."
Bob Seger’s Postponed Tour Will Resume This Fall
After some recent setbacks, the singer is hoping "Rock 'n' Roll Never Forgets" as he gets ready to hit the road again.