Debra Filcman is a Chicago-based freelance journalist.
Debra Filcman
15 Newly Eligible (But Extremely Unlikely) 2018 Rock Hall of Fame Candidates
Many bands get nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in their first year of eligibility. We're not talking about those.
Listen to Stone Temple Pilots’ ‘Only Dying’ Demo From the ‘Core’ Reissue
The band planned to contribute the song to 'The Crow' soundtrack, but thought better of it after its star, Brandon Lee, died on set.
Watch Avenged Sevenfold Cover the Rolling Stones’ ‘As Tears Go By’
Continuing their string of cover songs, Avenged Sevenfold have released a video for their latest, a spin on the Rolling Stones' "As Tears Go By."
Dave Grohl Discusses Cornell, Bennington Suicides: ‘Depression Is a Disease’
In an interview with a New Zealand radio station, the two Foo Fighters remember Chris Cornell and Chester Bennington, and discuss the stigma of depression.
Foo Fighters’ Acropolis Concert to Air on PBS
The band's performance at the historic monument was filmed for 'Landmarks Live in Concert,' which has now set an air date for the episode.
Friends Remember the Highs and Lows of Chester Bennington’s Last Days
Many of them have recalled Bennington's behavior in the days leading up to his suicide as among his best and brightest, while others reveal his pain.
Chris Cornell’s Daughter Dedicates Heartbreaking ‘Good Morning America’ Cover of ‘Hallelujah’ to Dad and Chester Bennington
She and One Republic's Ryan Tedder traded lead vocals on the cover that they dedicated to the memory of the two men, who both recently died by suicide.
Mementos From Chester Bennington’s Memorial Service Showed Up on eBay
Items distributed at Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington's memorial service briefly appeared on eBay, fetching a bid of more than $50,000.
Stone Temple Pilots Prep Massive ‘Core’ Reissue
Stone Temple Pilots fans can look forward to hours of recently unearthed rare tracks, demos and live recordings.
The Beastie Boys’ ‘Sabotage’ Video Gets the ‘Sesame Street’ Treatment in New Mashup
Mashup Master Mylo the Cat again digs into the Beastie Boys catalog, using existing "Sesame Street" footage from the 1985 film 'Follow That Bird' to give us a scene-by-scene recreation of the '70s crime show spoof.
Queens of the Stone Age Debut Two New Songs in Niagara Falls: Set List + Video
The band premiered a new song and play their first single at their tour kickoff in Niagara Falls. See the full set list and listen to the song premiere.
Foo Fighters’ ‘Concrete and Gold’ Will Have a Cameo by the ‘Biggest Pop Star in the World’
Frontman Dave Grohl says the star "sings backup on one of the heaviest songs on the record" but the band won't reveal his or her identity.