Eric Schaal

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Cory Booker Defends Gayle King After ‘Unacceptable’ Treatment by Snoop, Others

After Snoop Dogg and others ripped into Gayle King for questions about Kobe Bryant's legacy, the CBS anchor found some very influential people in her corner.

Music

The Guitarist Jimmy Page Said Brought the Ultimate ‘Attitude’ to His Playing

Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page was a guitar fanatic from a young age. But when he heard this guitarist, everything changed.

TV

Where Carrie Mathison and ‘Homeland’ Left Off Ahead of the Final Season

The finals season of 'Homeland' kicks off on Showtime before the Oscars end. Here's where the last season left off.

Movies

How Many Movies Have Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci Made Together?

Joe Pesci and Robert De Niro have teamed up for a number of brilliant films, dating back to 1980.

Music

Why Robert Plant Thought Bon Jovi and Other Led Zeppelin Imitators Weren’t Worthy of Zep

A number of '80s tried to follow Led Zeppelin's lead. Here's how Robert Plant said the Zep imitators missed the mark.

Music

The ‘White Album’ Song That Showed George Harrison Back in Top Form on Lead Guitar

George Harrison took a break from the guitar around 1965. But on The Beatles' 'White Album' he came roaring back on a John Lennon song.

Music

The Led Zeppelin Riff That Blew Jack White’s Mind in ‘It Might Get Loud’

In 'It Might Get Loud,' you get some great moments between Jack White and Jimmy Page. But when Page play this Led Zeppelin riff, everything changes.

Movies

The Biggest Oscar Snubs of Martin Scorsese’s Career

Martin Scorsese has been nominated for 14 Oscars. When you check the record, you could argue he deserved to win more than 1 Academy Award.

Music

When John Lennon Flubbed Beatles Lyrics on a Broadcast to 350 Million People

When The Beatles had the chance to perform for 350 million people, they took it. But John Lennon's decision to sing the lyrics live had consequences.

Music

How Paul McCartney Helped Jimi Hendrix Break Through in America

In 1967, Jimi Hendrix was a star in England but remained unknown in America. A tip from Paul McCartney helped change that.

Movies

How Many Oscars Has Denzel Washington Won?

Denzel Washington has won more than 80 awards for his work in film. Here's how many Oscars that total includes.

Music

Why Robert Plant Really Missed Jimmy Page on Plant’s 1st Post-Zeppelin Tour

Robert Plant had found huge success in his solo career. But in his first tour without Led Zeppelin, he realized how much he missed Jimmy Page.

Movies

2020 Oscar Voter Reveals the Sort of Biases Academy Members Have

There are questionable Oscar picks every year. When you hear how 1 Academy Award voter chose their picks, it's easier to understand.

Music

The Zeppelin Song Jimmy Page Said Really Showcased His Guitar ‘Swagger’

Jimmy Page could dazzle with his technique or inventiveness. But in songs like this 1, Page said it all comes down to the 'guitar swagger.'

Music

Why John Lennon Thought 15 Words Were Enough for The Beatles’ ‘I Want You (She’s So Heavy)’

The 1st side of 'Abbey Road' concluded with a John Lennon's dark 'I Want You.' Here's how the lyrics ended up with only 15 words.

Music

What Robert Plant Called His Favorite Led Zeppelin Album

If you ask Robert Plant, the 'Stairway' era wasn't Led Zeppelin's finest hour. Here's what Plant called the best Zep album.

Music

The 1st Time Shakira Released an English-Language Album

After she started releasing music in both English and Spanish, Shakira became an international superstar. This was her 1st record in English.

Music

Has Shakira Ever Had a No. 1 Hit in America?

Shakira has been an international star since the '90s. Here's how she's fared on the Billboard charts in America.

Music

The Beatles Record John Lennon Claimed Had ‘the First Feedback Anywhere’

While feedback wasn't a huge feature of The Beatles' music, John Lennon claimed he put it on a rock record for the first time.

TV

This ‘SNL’ Season Had the Worst Ratings in the Show’s History

'SNL' ratings have been up and down in recent years, but 3 seasons stand as the show's least-watched over its 45-year history.