Frank Mastropolo

How Arlo Guthrie’s Arrest Inspired the Thanksgiving Classic ‘Alice’s Restaurant’
It all started with an offer to clear out the garbage, bottles, paper and building supplies piled in an old church.

When Elton John Jammed With Leon Russell at Fillmore East
In the decades that followed, one became a superstar while the other found a rockier career path.

The Day Paul McCartney Married Linda Eastman
That sound you heard was a million Beatles fans' hearts breaking.

A Look Back at the Beatles’ Early Days at the Cavern Club
They wore leather jackets and jeans onstage, infuriating owner Ray McFall, who was no fan of rock 'n' roll.

How the Beatles Formed Northern Songs Publishing Company
Only later did the band realize how little control they had over their own music.

When Elton John Remade ‘Candle in the Wind’ for Princess Diana
He said that the performance of "Candle in the Wind 1997" at her funeral would be the last.

When the Beatles Signed Their First Contract With Brian Epstein
They were one of the most popular bands in Liverpool, but still desperate to find a manager.

An Insider’s Guide to the Rolling Stones’ ‘Exhibitionism’ Collection
Exhibitionism -- the Rolling Stones' massive collection of rare instruments, stage costumes, lyrics, posters and album art -- spans from their early days at cramped London clubs to today's concerts.

How Rod Stewart Survived the ’80s
"As far as music critics were concerned," he said, "I was about as welcome as a hole in a parachute."

Pink Floyd’s Nick Mason on ‘The Early Years’ Box Set and More: Exclusive Interview
We spoke with Pink Floyd's drummer about the pre-'Dark Side of the Moon' days of the band.