Paul Elliott-Contributor

Paul Elliott

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Contributor Since February, 2025
Qualifications Paul Elliott has associate's degree in communications/media arts. He also has his bachelor's degree in journalism/broadcasting/public relations.
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Rock, Music, Metal
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About Paul Elliott

Paul Elliott has an associate's degree in communications and media arts. He also holds a bachelor's degree in journalism, broadcasting, and public relations with a minor in communications. He is a hard-working individual who aims to gain as much knowledge as possible in various fields. Over the past decade, he has learned the ins and outs of many skills in writing and media. He's motivated to continue advancing his career and consistently applies what he has learned to his life; every day presents an opportunity to learn something new.

Author Details

Paul Elliott has worked for websites such as The Wrestling Classic and Wrestling Inc., where he was in charge of all social media for the WINC brand. During his schooling, he traveled extensively to hone his craft. He's an avid music fan and is ready to contribute to a great community.

Industry Focus

Paul Elliott's industry focus has been on journalism and all things media. Through his schooling and work experience, he has crafted his skills on various platforms.

Favorite Media

Paul Elliott's favorite type of media has been digital media. Whether it was writing reviews, creating captions for articles, or designing social media posts, he has enjoyed his time in this space. Now, he seeks a further role in this media as a contributor .

The Eagles

I Still Can't Believe The Best-Selling Classic Rock Album Of All Time Is This Band's Greatest Hits Compilation

Blind Melon band members posing together in the 1990s

10 Forgotten '90s Rock Bands That Deserved To Be Huge

Metallica

If You Like Metallica, You'll Love These 10 Modern Metal Bands

Angelina Jolie TIFF

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40 Years Ago, This Classic Rock Band Turned Tragedy Into One Of Music’s Most Inspirational Stories
Def Leppard

When it seemed like a legendary metal band's career was about to change forever, they were able to turn tragedy into an inspirational story.

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10 Rock Bands Who Were More Successful After Abandoning Their Original Sound
Rock

Not all band's beginnings are perfect as sometimes their original sound doesn’t sell as well; however, some tweaks can change everything.

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Pearl Jam
Overnight Rock Legends: 10 Flawless Debut Albums
Rock

From Hendrix to Weezer, discover 10 flawless debut albums that bypassed the growing pains of the biz to launch rock legends into stardom overnight.

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A man with a beard plays a red acoustic guitar, wearing a black leather jacket. The stage is dimly lit with musicians in the background, creating a moody atmosphere.
Serj Tankian���s Next Move: The System Of A Down Frontman Has A Major New Project Coming Soon
Metal

System of a Down’s Serj Tankian has a new project releasing, and it’ll incorporate more than fans could ever dream, including the release tactic.

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Gorillaz Are Coming to Fortnite in Season 10! Virtual Rock Gets a Major Shakeup
Rock

A top virtual band is receiving a major platform as they will be the featured musical act on this popular video game's well-known mode’s 10th season.

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3 Major Changes To Ozzy Osbourne's Projects Following His Tragic Death
Music

Before his death, there were projects that Ozzy Osbourne had in the works, but one of them is now seeing a major change that fans should note.

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Metal Will Never Be The Same: Megadeth Confirms Final Album & Farewell Tour
Metal

Every musician has their own tough decision to make as to how they perform for, and for one iconic metal band, they’re ending things on their terms.

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The singer from Talking Heads is shown from the waist up, wearing a suit jacket. He sings into a microphone. The photo is in black and white.
David Byrne Shuts Down Talking Heads Reunion Tour Rumors: Here's Why
Rock

Fans are left heartbroken as their dreams of seeing this legendary act perform together again are dashed.

The four members of Metallica stand on rocks in front of water and ice caps behind them. They are all dressed in winter hats and coats.
WTF Was Metallica Thinking Playing In Antarctica?! (And 9 Other Insane Gigs)
Music

You would think that musicians just play in standard venues, but some have ventured to obscure locations to perform, leaving people stunned.

Metallica's lead singer is shown from the waist up. He has on a black shirt and a black sweatband on his wrist. He plays the guitar, as the neck of it is visible just under his chest. It has a back strap that rests on his shoulder. He shows his teeth as he squints his eyes. He has short spiked hair.
Metallica’s Record-Breaking ‘World’s First’ Has to Be Seen to Be Believed
Metallica

It’s very rare for musicians to achieve something that no one else in the profession has, but Metallica has done it with their revered accomplishment.

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This New Ariana Grande Trend Makes Me So Ready To Finally See Her Onstage Again Next Year
Ariana Grande

The latest Ariana Grande trend is taking over social media and creating so much excitement for her to be back out on tour again next year.

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10 Artists Who Totally Changed Genres (And It Worked Out Perfectly For Number 1)
Music

These 10 artists have been able to totally change genres, and it worked out for each of them, especially for the person who ranks number one.

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Why KISS' Most Popular Song Was Also Their Most Controversial
KISS

KISS is one of the most popular bands of all time, which makes it shocking to find out their most popular song is also their most controversial.

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10 Replacement Pop-Punk Drummers Who Completely Changed The Band
Music

While each situation is different, these pop-punk bands have had to make the difficult decision of replacing their drummers at precarious times.

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You Won’t Believe Which Two Iconic Rock Bands Have Just Swapped Two Key Musicians
Rock

Two legendary rock bands are swapping drummers, leaving many shocked, but the move seems to make sense for both sides, with both benefiting from it.

The background is blue, with many small white lines illuminating it in the center. David Gilmour stands in the center holding a guitar and looking down as he stands in front of the microphone stand. His band is somewhat visible in the background.
This Legendary Rock Star Is Releasing A Live Concert Movie Into Theaters & IMAX This Fall
Rock

Concert films have been part of the music industry for decades, and one legendary rock star is releasing one of his own, showcasing his greatness.

The background is an olive green. Billie Eilish sits in a chair wearing a short sleeve yellow dress. She works with a sewing kit on the table as small clothes are shown hanging in front of her.
How These 10 Songs Have Managed To Make Countless Movies & TV Shows Even More Devastating
Music

With the rise of platforms such as TikTok, movie and TV edits are seen all the time, and these 10 songs are used to make them even more devastating.

A still from the Taylor Swift |The Eras Tour (Taylor's Version). 2024
The 10 Highest-Grossing Concert Movies Of The 21st Century Have Already Defined An Era
Music

Concert films have been going on for decades, but not all of them have reached the heights that the highest-grossing ones of the 21st century have.

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Every Number-One Song From 2025 So Far, Ranked From Worst To Best
Pop

So far, 2025 has been filled with some hit songs across many different genres by the biggest artists, and this list ranks them from worst to best.

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The Most Expensive Music Video Ever Made Is One Of History's Most Legendary Collaborations
Pop

One of the most legendary collaborations between artists who are actual family members led to the most expensive music video of all time.

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