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Prince’s Original ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’ Released
The Estate’s official vault archivist spotted the 2″ multitrack reel in the vault while doing a 1984-era inventory. “This was something very special indeed”
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Yes Ftg Anderson, Rabin & Wakeman: 2018-19 Plans
The three prominent members have announced a 100-show world tour, a Yes anthology and a live CD and DVD from a 2017 concert. Yes, indeed
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Nancy Wilson: ‘I Hold Out Hope For Heart’
Nancy and sister Ann have reportedly been estranged ever since a 2016 incident involving Ann’s husband and Nancy’s children
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David Bowie Gets NYC Subway Tribute
If you happen to ride the New York City subway and think that you’re seeing David Bowie all over the place, your eyes aren’t deceiving you.
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Nick Mason to Perform Early Pink Floyd Live
The shows are billed as “a unique opportunity to experience Pink Floyd’s celebrated and significant early body of work played live.”
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‘Night Court’ Star Harry Anderson Dies at 65
The comedic actor was also an accomplished magician. He had a recurring role on Cheers as a con man and was a frequent guest on The Tonight Show
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Good Rats ‘Tasty’ Deluxe Reissue Out This Week
“The reason for the band’s lack of long-term success is debatable, but the quality of its songs is not.” A cult favorite from Long Island legends is out again.
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Record Store Day 2018: Bowie, Dylan, Allmans +
It’s the 11th anniversary of the spring celebration which brings attention to indie record stores with hundreds of exclusive releases. Some big classic rock names are on this year’s list
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R&R Hall of Fame Adds Singles Category, Names 6
The Cleveland institution will now honor influential songs. The first batch includes classics by Steppenwolf, Procol Harum, Chubby Checker, the Kingsmen and Link Wray.
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Milos Forman, ‘Cuckoo’s Nest’ Director, Dead at 86
In addition to the five-time Oscar-winning ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,’ his films included ‘Amadeus,’ ‘Ragtime’ and ‘The People vs. Larry Flynt.’
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