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Rockers Offer Tributes to Their ‘Dear Friend,’ Ozzy Osbourne

“He was a dear friend and a huge trailblazer who secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods – a true legend. He was also one of the funniest people I’ve ever met.”

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Ozzy Osbourne Dead at 76, Weeks After Final Performance

He had reunited with Black Sabbath on July 5 for their “Back to the Beginning” reunion concert.

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Talking Heads Share 3rd Track From ‘… Buildings and Food’ Super Deluxe Edition

Their 1978 groundbreaking second album includes “Take Me To the River,” on which producer Brian Eno suggested a slower tempo than the Al Green original.

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Vince Calandra, Who Stood-in For Harrison on Beatles’ ‘Sullivan’ Rehearsal, Dies

The former “cue card guy” filled in when the so-called “quiet Beatle” remained at the Plaza Hotel convalescing when John, Paul and Ringo were at the TV studio.

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The Beatles 1967-1970 3-CD Covers Set Coming

With a Little Help From My Friends spans 75 tracks recorded by such acts as Ike & Tina Turner, Billy Preston, Harry Nilsson, Jose Feliciano, Wilson Pickett and Richie Havens.

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Gentle Giant Frontman Turned Label Exec, Derek Shulman, Writes Memoir

My Improbable Journey From Stage Lights to Executive Heights features behind-the-scenes stories of his years as a musician and his second chapter as a successful record company executive.

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Moody Blues’ John Lodge Begins ‘Singer in a Rock and Roll Band’ 2025 Tour

The bass guitarist, singer and songwriter is joined by special guest Jon Davison of YES.

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Jeff Lynne ‘Absolutely Gutted’ After Canceling Hyde Park Concert

The London show, announced in October 2024, was to be the final concert for Jeff Lynne’s ELO.

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Paul McCartney Announces 2025 ‘Got Back’ Tour

The legend turned 83 on June 18. The 19 concerts will run from late September until late November.

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American Power Pop 1980-1989 3-CD Collection is Released

I Wanna Be a Teen Again spans more than 75 tracks featuring such artists as the Bangles, Marshall Crenshaw, Dwight Twilley, and Katrina and the Waves.

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