In 2024, guitar rigs are governed by a strict set of commandments: thine pedalboard must be tidily wired and full of beautiful artwork; thou shalt use tube amps (or at least an expensive amp modeler); ...

Once the crown prince of goth to a certain segment of the population (mostly those looking outside in), and now one of rock's widely embraced elder statesmen, Robert Smith has offered listeners a ...

Robert Smith of The Cure has been inspired by many musicians over the years from David Bowie to Jimi Hendrix. He once ...

With his band’s first new album in 16 years out Friday, post-punk’s dark prince discusses enduring on his own terms and clashing with the most powerful company in live music. With his band’s first new ...