The Scene:

The Scene features a variety of articles that explore a wide range of subjects, all of then delving into the many aspects of rock ‘n’ roll music, its artists and players, the music business and classic rock culture

Led Zeppelin’s ‘Houses of the Holy’ Turns 50

The band’s fifth studio album received a Grammy nomination for Best Album Package, yet Facebook’s Community Standards had a problem with it

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Aerosmith Rocks Boston Stage in ’22, With Steven Tyler Back in the Saddle, Again

The Sept. 2022 concert marked the band’s return after 2 1/2 years, due to the pandemic and Steven Tyler’s rehab

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Beatles Fan’s Memorable Meeting With John Lennon

Before he became a successful record company promotion man, Dave Morrell was an 18-year-old music fan who dug the Beatles. He shares a one-of-a-kind story from his book

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Elton John Says Goodbye as Farewell Tour Begins: 2018

9 months after the Farewell Yellow Brick Tour was announced in grand fashion, the superstar hit the road. We look back at the first two shows

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‘Play Misty For Me’: Clint Eastwood’s Stalker

“You ever find yourself completely smothered by somebody,” his character asks a friend. Jessica Walter’s Evelyn arrived 16 years before Fatal Attraction

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10 Cool Covers of Prince Songs

He was a prolific songwriter and often gifted songs to artists he admired. Some of these were huge hits; others simply demonstrate his musical genius

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Cars’ 2018 Rock Hall Induction: Third Time’s the Charm

Though eligible since 2003, it took the rock band a while to be nominated. The evening proved to be their final performance with Ric Ocasek

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When Eddie Money and Wife, Laurie, Renewed Their Wedding Vows

“Looking into her eyes in the church, it’s just a real thrill. I tell ya, 30 years with my wife are the 30 best years of my life”

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The 1969 Toronto Rock ’n’ Roll Revival: When John Lennon Broke Out of the Beatles

Asked if he wanted to come to the show and watch his heroes perform, Lennon asked instead “Is it OK to play?”

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