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
Ray Charles’ ‘What’d I Say’: An Accidental Classic
A consummate, road-tested professional, Charles sat down at his Wurlitzer electric piano and improvised a blues-based boogie-woogie riff.
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When Paul Simon Ended His Touring Days
Though he’ll no longer tour, the acclaimed singer-songwriter has stated that the decision won’t preclude him from performing on occasion
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A Day in the Park With Chuck Berry and Joan Jett
Music industry veteran Steve Leeds shares a story about a tour stop with Joan Jett in St. Louis and an unforgettable drive in their special guest’s Cadillac
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Shining a Light on the Origin and Impact of Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’
“I said to Leonard, ‘This is the one. This is what we’ve been waiting for. This might be your best record.'”–Producer/songwriter/performer John Lissauer
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Remember Nelson? Twin Brothers Now Well Into Their 50s
Less than 5 years after the untimely death of their father, Ricky Nelson, Gunnar and Matthew were on top of the music world themselves
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Jimi Hendrix Engineer Eddie Kramer: ‘He Changed My Life’
With Hendrix, “There was this amazing dynamic all rolled up into one human being, an amazing purity and presence.”—Kramer
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When The Doors Defied Ed Sullivan
When Jim Morrison and the band appeared on the popular show they were asked not to sing the word ‘higher.’ Now we know what they were asked to sing instead.
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10 More Songs That Defined New Wave Music
In the second half of our series on 20 songs that defined the new wave movement of the ’70s and ’80s, we bring you the B-52’s, Pretenders, Devo and more
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‘John Lennon is Forever’: Yoko Ono at USPS Event
At the event honoring her late husband, Yoko said: “When John died, I said there will be no funeral. John is going to be forever”
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Buddy Holly: Well All Right!
He was a trendsetter who wrote and produced his own music and led his own band. We hear his influence on everyone from the Beatles and Rolling Stones, to more contemporary artists and we mourn what might have been
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