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George Martin Biography Vol. 2 The Later Years, Due

Sound Pictures: The Life of Beatles Producer George Martin, The Later Years 1966-2016 picks up where 2017’s The Early Years left off

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Squeeze Filling Up 2018 Calendar

The rejuvenated band, as always led by Chris Difford + Glenn Tilbrook, added new members in 2017. They’re touring together and solo this year

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Chicago Adds to Busy Summer Calendar

Chicago has added several new dates to follow up their joint tour with REO Speedwagon. Chicago will perform one of their legendary albums in its entirety

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Dead or Alive Drummer Steve Coy Dies at 56

The Liverpool-based dance-pop band is best known for its 1985 #11 hit “You Spin Me Round (Like a Record).” Coy’s passing follows that of singer Pete Burns.

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Bruce Springsteen Releasing 1996 Live Show

The intimate acoustic concert at his former parochial school in his hometown was a benefit. The Boss pulled out a number of rarities and premiered a new tune.

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Paul McCartney Receives Companion of Honour at Palace

Some 20 years after he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II, he became a member of another very select group. “I love the Queen”

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Paul Simon ‘The Life’ Authorized Biography Due

The author spoke with the musician for more than 100 hours of interviews, as well as Simon’s ex’s: Carrie Fisher and Peggy Harper

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Keyboardist Barry Goldberg’s Solo CD: Premiere

He’s recorded and collaborated with a Who’s Who of fellow musicians, now the blues and rock performer is releasing In The Groove

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Brian Wilson Surgery Postpones Tour

The classic rock legend thanked his fans for their well wishes and noted that his back surgery “went very well.” He hopes to be back in July

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Foreigner’s Mick Jones on Orchestral LP, Big Tour

In 2017, the band performed 2 sold-out shows in Switzerland, with a full orchestra and chorus. We talked to their leader about how it came about

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