John Lingan

About

John Lingan's most recent book is A Song for Everyone: The Story of Creedence Clearwater Revival, which was named a Best Music Book of 2022 by Variety. He is currently writing a history of rock & roll focused on fifteen drummers.

Articles

Hank's Dream

By John Lingan

That Old Black Magic

By John Lingan

Issue 109/110, Summer/Fall 2020

The Silence at Buddy's House

By John Lingan

Issue 119, Winter 2022

Silent Heartbeat

No one recorded or did more on the instrument than Buddy Harman during the time when the instrument became crucial.

By John Lingan

Issue 123, Winter 2023

Inside Voice

Ballads are where Petty indulged his artistic whims, shared his fears, expressed vulnerability, and spoke most directly to his audience.

By John Lingan