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Lorne Michaels Gets Biography: ‘The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live’
With unprecedented access to Michaels and the entire SNL apparatus, the author takes readers behind the curtain for the lively, up-and-down, definitive story of how he created and maintained the institution that changed comedy forever.
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New Book Series Puts Beatles Recording History in Context
Their road to stardom has rarely been described with such attention to what was going on around them: the British music scene and stars they followed to reach their goal, making a record themselves.
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Sly Stone Documentary From Questlove Makes Streaming Debut on Hulu
“To be given the honor to explore his history and legacy is beyond a dream for me,” said the director.
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Paul McCartney Plays Surprise NYC Club Date at Bowery Ballroom: Recap
The performance on February 11, 2025, came two days after he was seen at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans and five days before he’ll be attending Saturday Night Live’ 50th anniversary special.
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Peter Frampton Adds to 2025 Tour: “Let’s Do It Again!”
The popular singer, songwriter and guitarist was finally selected for induction into the Rock Hall in 2024.
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Roger Daltrey Adds Dates to 2025 Solo Tour
The intimate shows will feature the star and his nine-piece band performing acoustic and semi-acoustic takes on songs from The Who as well as delve into his solo back catalog.
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Buffy Sainte-Marie, Oscar Winner For ‘Up Where We Belong,’ Stripped of Order of Canada
The singer-songwriter, whose claim to being an indigenous North American has been questioned, won an Academy Award for the song.
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Jeff Lynne Announces Star-Filled Lineup For 2025 Final Tour
When he announced his final concert in London’s Hyde Park, it was anticipated that there would be some additional UK shows. There are just 5 scheduled.
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The Brilliance of Mel Brooks’ ‘Blazing Saddles,’ On Its Anniversary
Mel Brooks’ 1974 classic spoof of the Western genre stars Harvey Korman, Gene Wilder, Cleavon Little, Madeline Kahn, and the director himself.
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Totally Tubular Festival of ’80s Bands Cancels 2025 Tour
Haircut 100, Right Said Fred, and Men Without Hats were just some of the New Wave bands expected to participate this year.
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