“The Kinks are getting back together” was the news Tuesday after recently-knighted  frontman Ray Davies told the U.K.’s Channel 4 that the group was working on a new album. The Kinks, who had a string of hits in the 60s, haven’t performed together in more than 20 years. Davies told Channel 4 “I’ve got all these songs … Continue reading The Kinks Are Reuniting… or Are They? →

There have been many bands started by siblings, but usually the pairings haven’t worked out so well.  Maybe there really is something to being “too close,” especially if you consider the rigors of touring.  Here’s our Top 10 list of bands that made it work (at least for awhile): 10 The Beach Boys Brian, Dennis … Continue reading Top 10 Rock Band Siblings →

Legendary frontman of the Kinks, Ray Davies, is now Sir Ray Davies, after being knighted by the Prince of Wales at Buckingham Palace on Friday. “It lasted three minutes and it went very well and I said goodbye and went home,” Davies, 72, said, according to the Daily Mail. The Kinks formed in North London … Continue reading Kinks Frontman Ray Davies Knighted at Buckingham Palace →

Ray Davies, best known as guitarist, vocalist and songwriter for The Kinks, received a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth on Saturday as part of the annual New Year Honours List. Davies told the BBC, “Initially I felt a mixture of surprise, humility, joy and a bit embarrassed but after thinking about it, I accpt this for … Continue reading The Kinks’ Ray Davies Receives Knighthood →

Many music fans were embittered last night when NBC decided to pare down their coverage of the 2012 Olympics closing ceremonies.  Though they dedicated 2 and a half hours of airtime to the show, NBC ended up cutting some of the most anticipated performances, while leaving some of the more disappointing one in.  Kinks frontman … Continue reading NBC Frustrates Fans By Cutting Closing Ceremonies Short →