Allison Rapp is a New York City-based music and culture journalist. Her work has appeared in Brooklyn Magazine, City Limits and more. She tweets at @allisonrapp22
Allison Rapp
Why Kiss’ ‘Music From ‘The Elder” Never Made the Big Screen
Band members recall the "delusional" idea that never came to fruition.
Dean Stockwell, ‘Blue Velvet,’ ‘Quantum Leap’ Actor, Dead at 85
His long career spanned more than seven decades.
Irish Health Minister Sues Van Morrison Over COVID-19 Criticisms
He's repeatedly referred to Robin Swann as "dangerous."
The Fixx Release First New Song in Nearly a Decade, ‘Wake Up’
They're also hitting the road for a fall tour with more than a dozen stops.
U2 Release New Track ‘Your Song Saved My Life’
Piano ballad will be included on soundtrack of upcoming animated sequel 'Sing 2.'
How a Little Richard Song Inspired Led Zeppelin’s ‘Rock and Roll’
A spontaneous shift of gears led the band to create this homage to '50s rock.
How Rod Stewart Inspired Kiss’ ‘Hard Luck Woman’
Band channeled "Maggie May" and "You Wear It Well" on 1976 song.
Hear an Early Version of Billy Joel’s ‘New York State of Mind’
Live rendition was recorded several months before final album version.
Elvis Costello Announces New Album, ‘The Boy Named If’
"Magnificent Hunt," first song from upcoming LP with the Imposters, is out now.
David Bowie’s ‘Heroes': A Track-by-Track Guide
Dive deeper, beyond the classic title song.