Debra Filcman is a Chicago-based freelance journalist.
Debra Filcman
Dolores O’Riordan Poured Her Pain and Rage Into the Cranberries’ ‘Zombie’
From the start, Dolores O'Riordan knew "Zombie" wouldn't be one of the sweet ballads fans had come to expect from the Cranberries.
Did Lana Del Rey Rip Off Radiohead’s ‘Creep’?
Lana Del Rey is reportedly trying to settle a dispute with Radiohead out of court, after the band claimed her song 'Get Free' rips off their own 'Creep.'
Prince Hits the Shops on ‘Calhoun Square’
Even a simple trip to the shopping plaza could inspire Prince to write a new song.
30 Years Ago: Sonny and Cher Reunite on ‘Late Night With David Letterman’
On Nov. 13, 1987, Sonny and Cher reunited for an interview and performance of "I Got You Babe" on 'The Late Show with David Letterman.'
25 Years Ago: Sinead O’Connor’s Records Get Steamrolled
On Oct. 21, 1992, the National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations made a public statement on Sinead O'Connor's recent 'Saturday Night Live' appearance.
Courtney Love Warned Women About Harvey Weinstein — in 2005
Actress and Hole frontwoman Courtney Love warned women about Harvey Weinstein at a red carpet event back in 2005, and claims she was blacklisted as a result.
Green Day’s Career-Spanning Greatest Hits Album to Include Two New Tracks
Green Day is adding two new songs to a chronological collection of hits from throughout their career.
25 Years Ago: Sinead O’Connor Tears Up a Photo of the Pope on ‘Saturday Night Live’
The Irish singer-songwriter stunned the public with her protest abuse at the hands of the Catholic church.
Watch Depeche Mode Cover David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’
The video was recorded in an audience-less concert in New York's High Line last year during their 'Spirit' recording sessions.
Linkin Park Announces One-Night-Only Tribute to Chester Bennington
The band also released a video for "One More Light," their latest LP's title track, which features on and offstage footage of Bennington.