Debra Filcman is a Chicago-based freelance journalist.
Debra Filcman
Read Lindsey Buckingham’s Emotional Email to Fleetwood Mac
In an email to Fleetwood Mac cofounder Mick Fleetwood written a month after his dismissal, Lindsey Buckingham fought for reconciliation.
Stevie Ray Vaughan’s ‘Wonderful’ Childhood Home Sells for Less Than $160K
The Dallas home where Stevie Ray Vaughan and his brother Jimmie grew up sold after seven weeks on the market.
Heartbreakers Take on New Role as Evangelists for Tom Petty
After decades of performing with the band leader, members now spread the word about his work.
12 Rock Stars Who Used to Be Teachers
These renowned musicians have at least one thing in common: They commanded classrooms before commanding stages.
‘Mild Stroke’ Forces Dickey Betts to Cancel Tour
Former Allman Brothers Band guitarist Dickey Betts has canceled three upcoming tour dates after suffering "post-stroke repercussions."
Glenn Frey and J.D. Souther’s ‘Longbranch/Pennywhistle’ Is Getting Reissued
Nearly 50 years after its initial release, collaboration between late Eagles co-founder and longtime songwriting partner is getting a second chance.
Dee Snider Says Twisted Sister Shouldn’t Be in the Rock Hall
Frontman says band has been influential but doesn't rise to Hall of Fame level.
Inspiration for Beatles’ ‘Strawberry Fields Forever’ to Reopen
As a child, John Lennon would hop the wall at the Strawberry Field orphanage to play with the kids who lived there.
New ‘Bad Reputation’ Trailer Details Joan Jett’s Rise to the Top
Upcoming documentary shows how bad-ass singer busted '70s rock 'n' roll boys' club.
These Queen, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Bee Gees Songs Could Help Save Your Life
You may be more prepared than you think to perform CPR, even if you've never done it before.