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When Paul McCartney Brought Johnny Carson a Birthday Cake

In 1968, Lennon and McCartney famously appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson but its host wasn’t there. Sixteen years later, Paul finally met Johnny.

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Alex Van Halen Publishes ‘Brothers’ Memoir, His ‘Love Letter’ to Eddie

“We shared the experience of coming to this country and figuring out how to fit in. We shared a record player, an 800-square-foot house, a mom and dad, and a work ethic”

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Randy Newman is Subject of New Biography From Noted Music Author Robert Hilburn

A Few Words in Defense of Our Country: The Biography of Randy Newman is told with its subject’s full cooperation

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‘John, Yoko and Me’ Book From Lennon-Ono Insider, Elliot Mintz

A friend of the couple since the early ’70s, he has served as an unofficial spokesman for the Lennon estate

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Foreigner is Finally Inducted Into Rock Hall

The hit-making band was finally nominated and selected in 2024, after more than two decades of eligibility

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Cher Turns Back Time at Rock Hall 2024 Induction

The star was finally inducted as a solo artist. “I never give up,” she said

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Vanilla Fudge Gets Atco Box Set, ‘Where Is My Mind: 1967-1969’

The 9-CD set also includes a live recording at the Fillmore West in 1969, as well as session outtakes and rare singles, all newly remastered from the original master tapes

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The Who are Honored With Royal Mail Stamps

The band is being saluted for 60 years of rock rebellion. They are the 6th group to be so honored

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Guitarist Jake E Lee Recovering Following Shooting; Ozzy Reacts

He’s best known as the lead guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne from 1982-1987

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Bob Dylan 30th Anniversary Concert: An All-Star Celebration

The list of artists at the 1992 event was a mile long with dozens of legends celebrating the Bard’s songs. Watch the A-Listers rehearse and take their turn on “My Back Pages.”

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