Paul McCartney's singles collection cost about €740 but sold out almost instantly. That's just one example from a lucrative market where the music itself is often secondary 

Not enough people know about Big Star. Here are some of groups who have been inspired by the trailblazing American outfit 

After decades of dominance, changing tastes have dealt a blow to rock music, but the lads from Sheffield are still flying the flag for the genre

A trip to Berlin to see Depeche Mode launch their world tour was a reminder of what a great band they've been through the decades 

The Stone Roses singer has been getting deserved stick this week after dodgy footage emerged from a solo gig

Something Happens had sold-out gigs at the City Hall and Opera House in their heyday, and I even went with an 'interesting' wardrobe choice for one of them 

Seeing the Waterford maestro onstage was a great opportunity to re-immerse myself in the wonderful McCartney-esque melodies he has created through the years 

As it Was is the perfect pop song of 2022, and Harry Styles is a worthy addition to the Slane roster 

Whether you're a punter or in a band, your festival path through life will take a well-worn route 

I now realise being in a band is like surfing a big wave and the fun isn't going to last for ever