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Crossroads: 15 Covers of Classic Robert Johnson Blues Songs

With each reissue of his material, another generation discovered—and was inspired to record—his songs.

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Remembering Woody Guthrie in 15 Songs

His songs have been covered by artists as diverse as Bob Dylan, U2, Jefferson Starship, Bruce Springsteen, the Byrds and Woody’s own son Arlo.

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Midnight Train: 15 Great Soul Hits of the Early ’70s

The era yielded classic tracks from Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, the Staple Singers, Bill Withers, and Gladys Knight & the Pips.

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15 Essential Songs From the Mamas & the Papas (and Mama Cass Solo)

The group reeled off six Top 10 hits between 1966 and 1967 alone, inventing a sun-drenched aesthetic that masked an intoxicating, bohemian reality.

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20 Beatles Songs with Mean, Violent or Just Plain Pissed-Off Lyrics

We’re not saying this is a bad thing. In many cases, these barbs make for a better song.

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1974’s Historic John Lennon Radio Interview With Dennis Elsas

In the wide-ranging live conversation on New York’s WNEW-FM, he talked about his status with the other members of The Beatles at that time, the band’s relationship with the Rolling Stones in the early days in London, his love for New York, and much more.