Everyone eventually winds up writing about themselves - the problem is finding the best way to go about it. To write about oneself literally, in the first person, presumes a more interesting personal life and philosophy than most rock lyricists possess. John Lennon was good for one great album based on musical direct address, 'Plastic Ono Band.
Jon LandauIt didn't matter that Charlie Chaplin may not have been a great director or a great anything else. He made great movies.
Jon LandauWhen the Beatles cut old rock n' roll, they were recording music still in their performing repertoire, and besides, they never thought of the music as old.
Jon LandauThere is absolutely no doubt that the extraordinary Donna Summer belongs in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Jon Landau