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‘Shawshank Redemption’: Hope is a Dangerous Thing

The film finished ninth in its opening weekend in autumn 1994 and was declared a dud. Yet 6 months later, it was vying for 7 Oscars, including Best Picture.

FEATURES: Listicles

We’re an American Band: 12 Essential Grand Funk Railroad Songs

When AM radio programmers regularly included plenty of rocking songs on their playlists, GFR scored a pair of #1 singles.

FEATURES: The Dennis Elsas Conversation

Justin Hayward Interview: ‘Days of Future Passed’

In a conversation with radio air personality Dennis Elsas, the singer-songwriter-guitarist shares insight into the Moody Blues’ masterpiece.

FEATURES: Interviews

The Beach Boys’ Mike Love Talks ‘Pet Sounds’

We asked him how the rumor got started that he didn’t like the album. He tells us: “I don’t know if there are any better harmonies ever.”

FEATURES: Points of View

The Beach Boys’ Mike Love on Stage: No Longer ‘Fun, Fun, Fun’

Our skills diminish over time. Artists of a certain age can no longer hit the high notes they once could. On stage, your favorite guitarist may let a touring band member take over lead.

FEATURES: Listicles

10 Essential Jackson Browne Songs Beyond the Hits

Our look at some choice tracks from his catalog other than such favorites as “Running on Empty,” “Doctor My Eyes,” “Somebody‘s Baby,” and “Take It Easy.”

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I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll: 12 (More) Great Songs From the Glam-Rock Era

Some went for the glitter and platform boots. Others preferred makeup, outrageous costumes or something considerably stranger. Either way, the music was still the thing that mattered.