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Yoko Ono’s Life & Work Explored in Comprehensive Book—Author Interview
“I have undeniably debunked the mistruths. Yoko has continued to give us the gift of John’s music and art.”–Author Madeline Bocaro
Read MoreDel Shannon Gets Deluxe Box Set, ‘Stranger in Town’
The 302-track set spans his entire career including his #1 single, “Runaway,” and his Rock On! album recorded with Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers
Read MoreRobert Palmer ‘Island Records Years’ Box Set Released
The 9-CD set contains all nine albums that he recorded for the label between 1974 and 1985, along with B-sides, demos and alternate takes
Read MoreRaquel Welch, Hollywood Sex Symbol, is Mourned
She was without a doubt one of the biggest sex symbols of the ’60s and ’70s, thanks to a resume of dozens of roles in feature films and TV series
Read MoreHuey ‘Piano’ Smith, New Orleans R&B Star, Dies at 89
His songs have been covered by everyone from Jerry Lee Lewis to Aerosmith, Patti LaBelle to Herman’s Hermits.
Read MoreThe Rolling Stones Release ‘GRRR Live!’ Hits Album
The album, featuring several special guest stars, including former Stone Mick Taylor, was recorded in 2012 during their 50th anniversary tour
Read MorePaul McCartney Star-Studded Tribute Concert Coming to Carnegie Hall
The 2023 edition is the 18th produced by live music entrepreneur Michael Dorf. 100% of the net proceeds go to music education programs for underserved youth
Read MoreMike Tramp to Release ‘Songs of White Lion’
The band’s lead vocalist has re-imagined select tracks from their catalog. Their 2nd album went Double Platinum thanks to a pair of Top 10 hits
Read MoreOzzy, Paul Stanley, Joan Jett Poke Fun at Term ‘Rock Stars’ in Super Bowl Ad
When the business world starts calling execs “rock stars” for excelling at work, the legends have something to say
Read MoreWillie Nelson, 89, Wins Grammy For Best Country Album
A Beautiful Time features new compositions by the legend, along with a pair of classic covers written by Leonard Cohen and Lennon-McCartney
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