Dec 27, 1989: Chuck Berry Sued, Accused of Peeping
A cook and later more women who either worked or patronized the Southern Air restaurant near St. Louis, MO accused Berry of taping them at the toilets.
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The ‘I Want To Hold Your Hand’ U.S. Release
Capitol Records had resisted releasing their singles in America. When they finally agreed to issue this one, they had to rush it out
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Dylan, Byrds’ McGuinn, Hillman Say Farewell to Petty
Among Tom Petty’s major influences were the Byrds, whose Roger McGuinn and Chris Hillman paid him tribute. Also, a short and sweet note from Dylan
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December 25, 2016: Singer George Michael Dies
The hugely successful pop singer got his start in the hitmaking 1980s duo Wham and went on to a phenomenal career as a solo artist with 8 U.S. #1 hits
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Tom Petty Tributes Pour In From Rock Stars, Fans
He is being mourned by his fellow musicians, each of whom was touched by the humanity expressed in his songwriting. A sampling of some of the best
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Musicians React to Deadly Concert Shooting
In the immediate aftermath of the deadliest mass shooting in US history at a country concert in Las Vegas on Oct. 1, musicians expressed their grief for the victims
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Steven Tyler Denies Having a Heart Attack or Seizure
After news reports claimed that Aerosmith’s tour cancellation were due to its frontman having suffered a seizure, Tyler called it “creative speculation”
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Tim Buckley Exclusive Premiere: Live ‘Buzzin’ Fly’
Listen to a previously unreleased live track by the great singer-songwriter, from one of two new packages being released by Manifesto Records on Oct. 13!
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Robert Plant Adds to 2017-18 Tour
With his new album, ‘Carry Fire,’ set for an October release, Plant is gearing up for a Feb.-March tour. Also: watch the newest video from the album!
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America Exclusive: Unreleased Early ’70s Demos
Out in November: the most comprehensive collection of known demo recordings and unreleased songs from the band’s early formative years
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