
Neil Crossley
Neil Crossley is a freelance writer and editor whose work has appeared in publications such as The Guardian, The Times, The Independent and the FT. Neil is also a singer-songwriter, fronts the band Furlined and was a member of International Blue, a ‘pop croon collaboration’ produced by Tony Visconti.
Latest articles by Neil Crossley

"Even before we got to the day of the show, there was a ‘concern’… a concern with Liam" – the story behind the farce and the glory of Oasis’s infamous 1996 MTV Unplugged performance
By Neil Crossley published
Riding high after playing to 250,000 people at Knebworth, Oasis set about rehearsing for a very different kind of show – an intimate MTV Unplugged performance from the Royal Festival Hall. But within days, it was clear all was not going to plan…

The story of Rory Gallagher's Rolling Stones audition: "All of the music papers were full of speculation. It's a bit like when the Pope dies and you get pictures of all these people who might succeed him"
By Neil Crossley published
Stunned by the sudden departure of Mick Taylor, The Rolling Stones spread the net far and wide in their search for a suitable replacement. One of the players high up on their list of possibles was Rory Gallagher

An introduction to Jeff Buckley: "I would listen to anything: The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Joni Mitchell, Judy Garland, Robert Johnson, Thelonious Monk, Bartok, Mahler. And I asked a lot of questions"
By Neil Crossley published
From his soaring, unbridled falsetto to his sonic artistry, Jeff Buckley defied conventions and left a catalogue of songs that is timeless and unique

5 essential Jethro Tull songs guitar players need to hear
By Neil Crossley published
"And here was Jimmy Page waving like mad… I'm thinking, 'I can't wave back, or I'm going to blow the solo'”

"The worst track we ever had to record" – why 3/4 of the Beatles hated Maxwell's Silver Hammer
By Neil Crossley published
No Paul McCartney song ever incurred the joint wrath of Lennon, Harrison and Starr quite like Maxwell’s Silver Hammer. Here’s why…

John Lennon: "Somebody let off a firecracker onstage and every one of us looked at each other, because each thought it was the other that had been shot. It was that bad.” – Why The Beatles retired from the stage
By Neil Crossley last updated
How death threats, disillusionment and the very real threat of onstage electrocution all fuelled The Fab Four’s decision to stop playing live…

5 songs you need to hear by Steely Dan: "Like a lot of kids in the ’50s, we were looking for some kind of alternative culture, an escape from where we found ourselves"
By Neil Crossley published
Across nine studio albums, jazz-loving perfectionists Walter Becker and Donald Fagen created a stunning body of work. Here are five of their finest moments
22 seminal festival moments
By Neil Crossley last updated
Classic festival sets that are cherished rarities and the result of much more than hit-laden set-lists

Blur honoured with "inspirational" Mojo Award
By Neil Crossley last updated
And Yoko Ono gets lifetime achievement gong!

The Raveonettes post early demos, invite fan feedback
By Neil Crossley last updated
Empowerment from artists' careers

Manics' 'Plague Lovers album for remix release
By Neil Crossley last updated
'Lost Richey LP' gets star treatment

Black Crowes record 2 albums in 5 nights
By Neil Crossley last updated
…and one of 'em's free

DJ gang in iTunes download scam
By Neil Crossley last updated
"Conspiracy to defraud Apple and Amazon"

Def Leppard fans given interactive option at gigs
By Neil Crossley last updated
Heavy rock veterans offer 'unique' mobile experience

Arctic Monkeys announce name of new album
By Neil Crossley last updated
Record scheduled for August release

Monsoons and mud predicted for UK festivals
By Neil Crossley last updated
Could rain deluge dampen spirits?

15 of the best family-friendly festivals
By Neil Crossley last updated
Family-friendly festivals can now offer a diverse range of activities and entertainment, making them far more enticing for parents and their children
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