Allison Robertson articles

Amanda Bynes
January 21, 2026 Allison Robertson

Amanda Bynes’ devastating collapse shows what happens when child stars are abandoned by the systems that made them.

A look at Amanda Bynes’ rise from child stardom to public struggles, and how she’s now choosing peace, privacy, and healing after years in the spotlight.
Neil Young with Crazy Horse
January 19, 2026 Allison Robertson

When Neil Young fired Crazy Horse, his career went into chaos—but their reunion years later reignited his creative fire.

After pushing Crazy Horse out of his career, Neil Young spiraled into creative chaos. Their reunions reveal how this volatile partnership ultimately fueled some of his most powerful music.
Tom Petter
January 14, 2026 Allison Robertson

Rock Legends Who Turned Down Fortune For Freedom

These 20 rock stars turned down millions in record deals, tours, and fame to stay true to their music, values, and freedom.
Gregg Allman
January 12, 2026 Allison Robertson

When Gregg Allman testified against his own road manager, it shattered the Allman Brothers—and nearly destroyed him too.

When Gregg Allman testified against his own road manager in 1976, it shattered the Allman Brothers Band and haunted him for the rest of his life. This in-depth biography explores the decision, the fallout, and the lasting legacy.
vinyl records
January 8, 2026 Allison Robertson

Vinyl Tracks That Baby Boomers Played Obsessively

These 20 timeless tracks helped define the golden age of vinyl and still resonate with music lovers today.
Waylon Jennings
January 8, 2026 Allison Robertson

After Waylon Jennings gave up his seat on the plane that crashed with Buddy Holly, survivor’s guilt haunted him for decades.

When Waylon Jennings gave up his seat on the plane that killed Buddy Holly, survivor’s guilt followed him for decades, shaping both his life and the outlaw country legend he became.
Woman watching TV
December 31, 2025 Allison Robertson

20 Years Ago, These Controversial Movies Were Hits—Today They’d Spark Outrage

Movies from 2005 that studios would approach very differently today, thanks to shifting cultural expectations, representation standards, and evolving ideas about humor and storytelling.
Kurt Cobain
December 31, 2025 Allison Robertson

When Kurt Cobain refused to headline Lollapalooza, it was more than defiance—it was the sound of a man crushed by fame’s contradictions.

A human, intimate look at why Kurt Cobain refused to headline Lollapalooza — and how that quiet decision revealed the crushing contradictions of fame he could never escape.
Ellen Pompeo
December 30, 2025 Allison Robertson

Actors Who Stayed In One Iconic Role For Over A Decade

Actors who committed to the same character for years, from long‑running TV dramas to enduring movie roles. Discover the stories behind 20 performers who made a single role unforgettable.