Whether it’s due to the will to take a new direction, a feud with their band, or just having too many songs and not enough time; many musicians have decided to indulge themselves in side-projects. Not to be confused with an artist going solo, or the formation of a supergroup, a side-project can be seen as a separate endeavor undertaken by someone already known for their involvement with another band. With artists ranging from Paul McCartney, Gotye, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Alex Turner, we go through some of the more interesting ventures from music’s best acts, with some even outshining their day jobs…
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