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What’s the latest info about about rock music and the most interesting and momentous events in its past? You can find it all here: breaking news, sales and airplay charts from the past, notable occasions, and our appreciations of recently departed artists and other musical figures of note

Emerson, Lake & Palmer Issues ‘Singles’ Deluxe Vinyl Box

Although considered an “album” band, ELP created some great 7” singles. The collection has been remastered as part of their ongoing 50th anniversary celebration

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Jerry Allison, Last of Buddy Holly’s Crickets, Dead at 82

“JI was a musician ahead of his time,” said a statement on Buddy Holly’s Facebook page, about the drummer who was there from the start.

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‘Anthems We Love’ Book Digs Deep Into 29 Classic Songs

Cameron Crowe, who wrote the foreword: “There is no formula. Just sparkling portraits of artists who created indelible songs for all-time”

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Bill Pitman, Wrecking Crew Guitarist, Dies at 102

He also performed on such recordings as “Good Vibrations,” “Be My Baby” and “These Boots Are Made For Walkin'”

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Pogues’ Darryl Hunt Dies: ‘We Are Saddened Beyond Words’

Darryl Hunt first joined the band as a roadie. When their bassist Cait O’Riordan left to join Elvis Costello, Hunt replaced her

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Winning Bidder Returned ‘Grease’ Jacket to Olivia Newton-John, Donated $ to Her Charity

A 2019 auction included 100s of iconic items from her recording and film career, including costumes and accessories

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Lamont Dozier, of Motown’s Celebrated Songwriting and Production Team, Dies

With his partners Brian Holland and Eddie Holland, the legend crafted such classics as “Stop! In the Name of Love,” “Reach Out I’ll Be There,” and dozens more

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John Travolta Leads Tributes to Olivia Newton-John

Barbra Streisand, Dionne Warwick and Melissa Etheridge were among the others celebrating the beloved singer and actress

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Judith Durham, Seekers Singer (‘Georgy Girl’), Dead at 79

The Australian folk-rock quartet’s big hits also included “I’ll Never Find Another You” and “A World of Our Own.”

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Whitesnake Cancels North American Tour With Scorpions: Health Issues

Guitarist Reb Beach was the first to succumb. Drummer Tommy Aldridge was said to have “severe health problems,” though the band denied it. Then David Coverdale took ill

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