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
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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1972: The Year in Rock Music
In 1972 the music scene was increasingly dominated by new arrivals like Elton John, David Bowie and Eagles. But many ’60s favorites still hung around.
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Jimi Hendrix Engineer Eddie Kramer: ‘He Changed My Life’
“There was this amazing dynamic all rolled up into one human being, an amazing purity and presence.”—Kramer
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How the Rolling Stones’ ‘Steel Wheels’ Conquered Rock Radio (And the Birth of the Promo 12″ Single)
Columbia Records exec Paul Rappaport shares a story from his 2025 book, Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships, Airplay, and The Art of Rock Promotion.
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The Rolling Stones’ ‘Tumbling Dice’: Admit It, You Don’t Know the Lyrics
You’ve sung it at a bar and in your car. You’ve even shouted them at the top of your lungs at a Stones concert. But do you know them all?
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The History-Making ‘Come and Get Your Love,’ From Redbone
In 1974, the group became the first Native American band to achieve a Top 5 single on the Hot 100. The song received its first official video in 2020.
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When Eric Clapton Surprised With Electric ‘Layla’ at Tokyo’s Budokan
Slowhand’s set at the legendary venue – his first concert of 2019 – included an electric version of a favorite, which he’s been doing acoustically for years.
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The Ultimate Beatles ‘Record Store Day’: December 3, 1965
This is the day when they issued both Rubber Soul and their double A-side single, “Day Tripper”/“We Can Work It Out.”
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Cyndi Lauper’s ‘Unusual’ Path to the Walk of Fame
The colorful singer-songwriter made an “unusual” debut. She has won Grammy, Emmy and Tony awards and earned a trip on the Walk of Fame.
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