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Documentary on ’60s R&B Star Billy Stewart Airing on PBS Stations

The film is the first to tell the story of this exceptional but unsung talent whose hits included “Summertime” and “I Do Love You.”

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Rennie Davis, One of the ‘Chicago Seven,’ Dies at 79

He stood trial in 1969-70, along with Abbie Hoffman and others, for their roles in sparking anti-war riots at the 1968 Democratic National Convention

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Marilyn Manson Dropped By Label After Actress Claims Abuse

Wood wrote that the goth-rock performer with the androgynous looks “started grooming me when I was a teenager and horrifically abused me for years”

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Tony Bennett, 94, Reveals Alzheimer’s Battle

In a new interview with his wife and son in AARP, they note he can still recognize family members though he is frequently disoriented of his surroundings

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Woodstock 50 Settles Lawsuit With Financier Partner

The final chapter has been closed. The organizers of the ill-fated 50th anniversary event, planned for 2019, have settled with their one-time partner

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Bob Marley ‘Island Years’ Set Gets Reissue

The legend’s 75th birthday celebration continues. The acclaimed Songs of Freedom set is available on either 6-LPs or 3-CDs via Tuff Gong

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Tommy James & the Shondells’: Complete Roulette Recordings Box

The ’60s hitmakers are best known for their hugely popular singles, “Hanky Panky,” “I Think We’re Alone Now,” “Mony Mony,” “Crimson and Clover,” and more

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Wolf Van Halen Reacts to Mural of His Father, Eddie

The massive work, measuring 17 feet x 105 feet on the outside wall of Guitar Center’s flagship Hollywood store, was unveiled on EVH’s birthday

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Headlines We Always Wanted to Write: Be-Bop Deluxe Deluxe Edition Due

The prog rock band’s final album, 1978’s Drastic Plastic, has been newly remastered and is getting significantly expanded with many prev. unreleased tracks

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‘Rock Camp: The Movie’ Showcases Fans Side-by-Side With A-List Stars

For 25 years, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp has delivered the ultimate musical experience for participants to learn directly from Daltrey, Cooper, and more

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