Gillian G. Gaar is a journalist that has contributed to publications like Rolling Stone, Goldmine, Mojo, and many more. She has written liner notes for artists like Nirvana, Heart, Pat Benatar, and many other artists. And she is also the author of more than a dozen books on such iconic artists as Elvis Presley, Nirvana, Bruce Springsteen, Elton John ….and the list goes on. Gillian dropped in on this day to discuss her latest book, Queen’s A Night At The Opera – 50 Years, celebrating one of the greatest albums in rock history.
In this interview, Gillian discusses the fine details of writing a large book like this and how it all came together. She also gives us her thoughts on the We Will Rock You stage show, the Oscar-winning Bohemian Rhapsody film, and what she has coming in the future!
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Hello everyone! My name is Scott Itter, but some know me as Dr. Music. I am a music journalist and photographer out of the Chicagoland area, and I have been in practice for over 20 years. I grew up in the 70’s with two big brothers that showed me all kinds of rock and roll. As I grew older I ventured out into different genres like jazz, funk, folk, and whatever else I could wrap my ears around. As I read every liner note and every Circus and Hit Parader like they were the Old and New Testament, I came to realize that I just love sound and appreciate all the people that create it.
I later became a stay-at-home dad and started honing my writing and photography skills to keep my mind from turning into mashed peas. My kids are now adults, my mind is only slightly mushy, and I am thrilled to have the honor of presenting my work to you!
