Frey & Souther’s ‘Longbranch Pennywhistle’: Not Ready for Prime Time Players

The sparks of genius are here and there in the songwriting, and especially in the deft singing and instrumental arrangements.

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Henry Diltz: Eyewitness to Laurel Canyon’s ‘60s Music Legends

The legendary photographer shares his recollections—and photos—of many of that vibrant music scene’s fixtures like Mama Cass, CS&N, and the Monkees.

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Elton John’s ‘Captain Fantastic’ Gets 50th Anniversary Editions

During his remarkable run of success with lyricist Bernie Taupin, the 1975 album became the first in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart.

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Mark Volman, Singer with the Turtles, Zappa and Flo & Eddie, Dies

After earning their first hit with 1965’s Bob Dylan cover “It Ain’t Me Babe,” he and the Turtles’ Howard Kaylan went on to achieve enormous pop success with “She’d Rather Be With Me,” “Elenore,” “You Showed Me,” and the #1 hit, “Happy Together.”

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Faces 2015 Reunion Gave Fans a ‘Glorious’ 7 Songs

Rod Stewart, Ronnie Wood and Kenney Jones revived the band for one night.

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Joni Mitchell Releases Passion Project, “Joni’s Jazz” Box Set

The career-spanning collection features recordings chosen by the legendary musician that reflect the genre’s profound influence on her music.

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Tom Shipley of Folk-Rock Duo Brewer & Shipley (‘One Toke Over the Line’) Dies

The pair were friends for 65 years and musical partners for over 60. Brewer died in 2024.

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10 (More) Great 1960s Instrumental Hits

During the swinging decade, these classics from Herb Alpert, the Surfaris, Hugo Montenegro and more were essential tracks on the AM radio dial.

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Radio Hits in September 1972

This week on Los Angeles’ Top 40 KHJ included some all-time classic rock greats including hits by the O’Jays, the Raspberries, Moody Blues and Three Dog Night.

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Elvis Costello’s ‘Taking Liberties’: Spare Parts

The compilation album proved early in his career that his so-called “leftovers” are better than many other artists’ main meals.

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