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

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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…

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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

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From his soaring, unbridled falsetto to his sonic artistry, Jeff Buckley defied conventions and left a catalogue of songs that is timeless and unique

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"And here was Jimmy Page waving like mad… I'm thinking, 'I can't wave back, or I'm going to blow the solo'”

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No Paul McCartney song ever incurred the joint wrath of Lennon, Harrison and Starr quite like Maxwell’s Silver Hammer. Here’s why…

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How death threats, disillusionment and the very real threat of onstage electrocution all fuelled The Fab Four’s decision to stop playing live…

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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

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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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Why syndicating your music can equal massive success
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Classic festival sets that are cherished rarities and the result of much more than hit-laden set-lists

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And Yoko Ono gets lifetime achievement gong!

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Empowerment from artists' careers

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'Lost Richey LP' gets star treatment

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…and one of 'em's free

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"Conspiracy to defraud Apple and Amazon"

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Heavy rock veterans offer 'unique' mobile experience

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Record scheduled for August release
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