Will Simpson
Will Simpson is a freelance music expert whose work has appeared in Classic Rock, Classic Pop, Guitarist and Total Guitar magazine. He is the author of 'Freedom Through Football: Inside Britain's Most Intrepid Sports Club' and his second book 'An American Cricket Odyssey' is due out in 2025
Latest articles by Will Simpson
Gibson slaps Trump guitars with a cease and desist order
By Will Simpson published
Its body shape is too close to the Les Paul, they allege
Aerosmith out - Muppets in: Disney World rebrand the ‘Rock N’ Roller Coaster’ at their Florida theme park
By Will Simpson published
Steven Tyler and co are making way for Kermit, Miss Piggy and the gang
“I will not take this to my grave": Sammy Hagar puts an olive branch out to Alex Van Halen
By Will Simpson published
“I just want to be friends again,” the singer says
"They were absolutely right about it": Anthrax’s Charlie Benante on why Metallica were correct
By Will Simpson published
He describes Spotify as “where music goes to die”
“My arse is shining a light on the problem”: Kate Nash to sell pictures of her bum to fund current UK tour
By Will Simpson published
It was either that or cut people’s wages or travel dangerously, she says
For sale: one piano played by Christine McVie, Stevie Nicks, Elton John and Freddie Mercury
By Will Simpson published
Songbird and Sara were both written on it
“We are prepared to call for legislative action”: Ivors Academy calls for “robust” AI action
By Will Simpson published
Songwriters’ body also calls for fairer distribution of streaming revenue
"The 1700-capacity venue was only selling 300 tickets": Elton John’s musical closes after just 5 days
By Will Simpson published
Reviewers found it ‘strangely bland’ and ‘messy’
“Where is Lana?”: The Weeknd miffed at Del Rey’s absence from Greatest Pop Stars of the Century list
By Will Simpson published
He’s at Number 18
The BBC sticks its neck out and predicts success next year for... Chappell Roan
By Will Simpson published
The 2025 Sound Of longlist contains plenty of artists who are already successful
“I was very angry at first that this had happened”: Paul Simon talks about his hearing loss
By Will Simpson published
He has just 6% left in his left ear
How Dua Lipa and Charli XCX are reshaping the English Language
By Will Simpson published
They’re responsible for two of the Words of the Year
“There is money being made”: Michael Kiwanuka suggests fairer cuts for musicians from promotions firms
By Will Simpson published
He says Live Nation and co need to open their pockets
Paul McCartney is joined by Jack White and St Vincent for five-guitar pile-up in Mexico City
By Will Simpson published
There are solos a-plenty on The End
“It’s about a guy I know a little bit”: Billy Corgan bids for lyrics of Courtney Love’s song... about him
By Will Simpson published
He’s in it to win it, he claims
“Seeking a well-mannered, affable individual - groove a must”: Primus put the call out for new drummer
By Will Simpson published
Successful candidate would replace departing Tim Alexander
“This will keep venues open”: Katy Perry donates £1 from every ticket on her 2025 UK tour to small venues
By Will Simpson published
US singer joins Coldplay as latest arena artist to donate to MVT
“I'd rather listen to two foxes shagging in the bushes”: Guess who Liam Gallagher is talking about?
By Will Simpson published
Plus that new Oasis album… it doesn’t exist. It was a joke all along!
"I'm drowning on stage and I feel like I'm failing”: SZA on that misfiring Glastonbury headline set
By Will Simpson published
The singer admits to having anxiety issues
"People were just ready for a bit of fun”: Blossoms explain why they named their album Gary
By Will Simpson published
The band’s playful approach has paid off
“I would have respectfully declined the use of my vocals”: Ed Sheeran didn’t want to be on Band Aid
By Will Simpson published
His vocals were used without his permission
"Unexpectedly and unceremoniously terminated": Dave Mustaine must pay his ex manager over £1 million
By Will Simpson published
But Megadeth man counter sues in bitter legal battle
“If you're going to be here, why don't you help me mix?”: Richie Sambora on the day he met Paul McCartney
By Will Simpson published
Beatle legend helped mix a track on Bon Jovi live album
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