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Boxing, the Sweet Science, in 15 Songs

It should come as no surprise that boxing has inspired the songs, some factual, others fictional, about the sport and its practitioners.

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12 Essential Neil Diamond Songs

In just a few years time, he had evolved from a mid-20s songwriter honing his craft at New York’s famed Brill Building to successful recording artist in his own right.

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Tommy James Interview: The Music, Mob & ‘Mony Mony’

“We’re looking up into the New York sky and first thing my eyes fall on is the Mutual of NY insurance company sign. It just flashes MONY MONY.”

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A Love Letter to Willie Nelson: 14 Collaborations With Fellow Stars

Performing at a high level at 90+ puts you in rarified air. Here are some favorite performances with fellow greats from a variety of genres.

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12 Great Creedence Clearwater Revival Songs (Beyond the Hits)

Looking beyond such chart successes as “Proud Mary,” “Bad Moon Rising,” “Fortunate Son,” and “Down on the Corner.”

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12 Essential Songs By The Band

Of the many great catalogs available from artists within the American roots music genre, there are only a handful that reach their level.

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Dave Mason Interview: Traffic and His Deep Musical History

Our interview with the founding member of Traffic who played with plenty of fellow rock royalty. He calls Traffic “one of the original alternative bands.”

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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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‘Field of Dreams’: ‘Hey, Dad, You Wanna Have a Catch?’

Kevin Costner’s character, Ray Kinsella, hears a voice whispering, “If you build it, he will come.” His journey ultimately brings him back home.

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12 Essential Linda Ronstadt Songs (Part 1)

One of music’s most wide-ranging recorded catalogs, features her significant success in country, folk, pop, rock, and beyond, including Spanish, Broadway, and even operetta.

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