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Hollywood Pays Tribute to ‘Godfather’ Star James Caan
He’ll be best remembered for his portrayal of Sonny Corleone in the 1972 film. Many of those who acted with him in his legendary career are mourning his passing
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Roger Waters Opens 2022 Tour, ‘This Is Not a Drill’
The Pink Floyd legend’s tour was delayed two years. Our recap of the 23-song set includes several classics as well as a new song he wrote during lockdown
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Nazareth Founding Guitarist, Manny Charlton, Dies
The Scottish band earned their biggest success with 1975’s Hair of the Dog, with Charlton producing. The album included a hit cover of “Love Hurts”
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Thin Lizzy, Phil Lynott Celebrated With Film, Live Release
‘Songs For While I’m Away’ chronicles the charismatic singer-songwriter-bassist. The Boys Are Back In Town Live features the band in 1978
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Def Leppard Beauty Collection You Didn’t Know You Needed
The announcement notes, “this product line reflects the days of anthemic guitars, soaring vocals, and stadium rock sound”
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Guitarist Gary Moore Gets ‘Official Biography’
The book is authorized by and written with the full cooperation of his estate. The blues-rock guitarist died in 2011 at age 58
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The Byrds: 1964-1967 Book Coming, Curated By McGuinn, Hillman and Crosby
The 3 surviving founding members — Roger McGuinn, Chris Hillman, and David Crosby — have curated the tabletop book with a visual history of more than 500 images
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Colin Hay at Work on Tour With Rick Springfield, John Waite
He’s joined by two fellow ’80s music stars before resuming his tour with Ringo Starr and the All Starr Band for their rescheduled dates
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Jimi Hendrix Book Marks His 80th Birthday
Jimi, described as a “comprehensive visual celebration,” includes a trove of never-before-published photographs, personal memorabilia, lyrics, and more
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Al Stewart Gets 50-Disc Box Set (Yes, You Read That Correctly)
The Admiralty Lights: Complete Studio, Live and Rare 1964 – 2009 includes his studio LPs, never-before-heard concert recordings, rare BBC Sessions and more
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