Bryan Wawzenek is a freelance journalist who writes for Diffuser.fm and Ultimate Classic Rock. He learned more from a three-minute record than he ever learned in school. His mind is racing, as it always will. Don't start him talking, he could talk all night. The sunshine bores the daylights out of him. Don't touch him, he's a real live wire. Most things he worries about never happen anyway. But he's been smiling lately, thinking about the good things to come.
Bryan Wawzenek
When Beastie Boys Stole Led Zeppelin Samples for ‘Licensed to Ill’
The hard-rock band’s back catalog would became a treasure trove for hip-hop artists, from Puff Daddy to Ice-T.
How Elton John Survived the ’80s
Elton John almost didn’t make it to the ’80s.
The Day John Lennon Met Yoko Ono
For decades, fans and critics have debated her role in the Beatles' breakup.
How Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ Debut Slowly Built Momentum
He blamed the record company’s lack of promotion; he also blamed the album cover.
10 Years Ago: Foo Fighters Go Acoustic for Their Live Album ‘Skin and Bones’
Dave Grohl and Foo Fighters took the acoustic route for their first-ever live album, 'Skin and Bones,' released in 2006.
How Alice Cooper Survived the ’80s
Alice Cooper almost didn’t make it through the '80s.
Why Billy Joel Hated His First Album, ‘Cold Spring Harbor’
Featuring 10 original songs, the record was titled after a town on his native Long Island, N.Y.
When John Belushi and Fear Scared NBC on Halloween
Comedy legend and punk rock fan John Belushi helped get Fear booked on 'Saturday Night Live' on Halloween night in 1981. It resulted in a wild performance.
5 Reasons Steppenwolf Should Be in the Hall of Fame
Despite decades of inductions, it’s not getting any easier to get into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
When Styx and REO Speedwagon Decided to Volunteer for America
The concerts raised funds for the Red Cross, victims, families, police officers and firefighters in the wake of 9/11.
When Aerosmith Rocked the Delay-Plagued United We Stand Benefit
They were an offbeat choice for this more pop-oriented show to benefit 9/11 victims.
15 Years Ago: Stars Unite at ‘The Concert for New York City’
'The Concert for New York City' was a charity show which entertained police and firefighters. David Bowie opened the show with Simon & Garfunkel's 'America.'