Debra Filcman is a Chicago-based freelance journalist.
Debra Filcman
Dickey Betts Makes Peace With His Career
Dickey Betts is done with the music business ... or so he says.
Ozzy Osbourne Announces New Farewell Tour
Nine months after Black Sabbath completed their final tour, singer Ozzy Osbourne has announced his own farewell tour.
The Day ‘WKRP in Cincinnati’ Taught Us That Turkeys Can’t Fly
TV Guide later ranked this among the 100 Greatest Episodes of All Time.
U2 Announces Long-Awaited ‘Songs of Experience’ Album and Tour Details
After nearly a year of waiting, fans are finally getting the complete details on U2's 'Songs of Experience,' which is confirmed for a Dec. 1 release.
John Lennon’s Murderer, Mark Chapman, Says Jesus Has Forgiven Him
Mark Chapman, the man who murdered John Lennon, said he has been forgiven by Jesus.
Listen to Bruce Springsteen’s New Song, ‘Freedom Cadence’
Bruce Springsteen contributed a new song called "Freedom Cadence" to the closing credits of the movie 'Thank You for Your Service.'
Tributes to Chris Cornell, Lemmy Highlight Loudwire Music Awards
Many of the artists who performed at the Loudwire Music Awards last night used their time in the spotlight to pay loving musical tributes to the acts that inspired them.
Sammy Hagar Wins Humanitarian Honors at the Loudwire Music Awards
Sammy Hagar's generosity through his Hagar Family Foundation and other efforts have helped earn him a Humanitarian award from the Loudwire Music Awards.
Heartbreaker Benmont Tench to Perform First Solo Show Since Tom Petty’s Death
Heartbreaker Benmont Tench plans to continue playing, "more, louder, quieter, faster, slower, sad, joyous, angry, celebratory, lovingly" as he grieves.
Stevie Nicks Recalls Songs, Advice and Friendship From Tom Petty
Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie Nicks talks about her decades-long friendship with Tom Petty, and their last performance together.