Musicians

Despite his reputation as a feel-good songwriter, the story of Irving Berlin is not for the faint of heart.

Music has no shortage of divas and eccentric personalities, but in Ginger Baker’s case, his actions earned a whole new level of notoriety. While he spent much of his life collaborating with other musicians in various groups, one would be hard-pressed to find more than a few who truly called him a friend. To fans and those closest to him, he was ill-tempered at best, and dangerous at worst—all while being one of the most iconic drummers in rock history.

Keith Richards wanted Steve Marriott to join the Rolling Stones—but Mick Jagger rejected the iconic musician for an absurd reason.

Billy Joel turned everyday American stories into timeless songs that still resonate across generations.

Pigpen McKernan is best known as the boozing, stinking founding member of the Grateful Dead—but few knew his compassionate side.

Rock and roll has always had a rebellious heart, but classic rockstar Jim Morrison was one of the first to push the limits of what audiences would tolerate—and he did it over and over again until his flame burned out bright.