Features
The Inspiration Behind Paul Simon’s Iconic The Sound of Silence
Paul Simon’s The Sound of Silence remains a haunting reflection of disconnection and yearning.
4 December 2024
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Writer & Editor
Jacob
Jacob is a writer and editor at Tune Tempest with a particular love of progressive rock, art rock and artists who push beyond conventional boundaries. From landmark albums to overlooked corners of an artist’s catalogue, his writing explores the stories, ideas and creative decisions behind the music.
Musical DNA
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Genres I Write About
Progressive Rock, Art Rock, Alternative
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Favourite Artist
Kate Bush
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Favourite Album
The Dreaming - Kate Bush
“I’m drawn to music that feels ambitious, emotional and a little different — albums that reveal something new every time you return to them.
Areas of Coverage
Progressive Rock
Art Rock
Alternative
Tune Tempest
Latest from Jacob
Features
The Best Lineup of Yes: Exploring the Band’s Greatest Era
Yes has seen many faces and phases, but which lineup truly defined the band’s brilliance? From their progressive…
4 December 2024
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80's
Album Review: Dire Straits’ Brothers In Arms
Dire Straits’ Brothers in Arms redefined 80s rock with its polished production, timeless themes, and unforgettable tracks.
4 December 2024
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Features
Tommy by The Who: The Rock Opera That Redefined Music History
Released in 1969, Tommy by The Who redefined rock as an art form. Combining operatic storytelling with groundbreaking…
3 December 2024
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Features
Why The Kinks Were Banned from Touring the USA in the 1960s
In 1965, The Kinks faced a shocking ban from performing in the US, derailing their rise during the…
3 December 2024
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Our Top 10
Top 10 Folk Songs of the 1960s: Timeless Classics
The 1960s folk revival gave rise to songs that inspired movements, told timeless stories, and reflected the soul…
3 December 2024
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70's
Album Review: Genesis’ Nursery Cryme
Genesis’s Nursery Cryme is a surreal journey through gothic tales, virtuoso performances, and daring innovation.
3 December 2024
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60's
Album Review: Bob Dylan’s Blonde On Blonde
Bob Dylan’s Blonde on Blonde is more than an album—it’s a poetic odyssey and a genre-blurring masterpiece that…
2 December 2024
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Alternative
The Inspiration Behind Pulp’s Common People
Pulp’s Common People is more than a song—it’s a sharp critique of class divides and privilege, born from…
1 December 2024
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