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‘Slowhand’: Eric Clapton’s 1977 Platinum Balancing Act

The album offers a lucid balance of technical mastery and artistic modesty. It became his best-selling studio LP to date upon its release.

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Elliott Landy Issues ‘The Band Photographs: 1968-1969’ Two-Volume Book

The celebrated photographer took over 10,000 images of them while they all lived in Woodstock, NY, with many never before seen.

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Reggae Pioneer Jimmy Cliff, of ‘The Harder They Come’ Fame, Dies

HIs recordings of “The Harder They Come” and “Many Rivers to Cross” are cornerstones of the genre.

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Andrew Gold Celebrated With Box Set, ‘Lonely Boy – The Asylum Years Anthology’

The Los Angeles-based musician established a reputation as an arranger and key member of Linda Ronstadt’s band before breaking out as a solo artist.

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Ritchie Blackmore Reveals Health Reason For Tour Postponement

The legendary guitarist had performed just two Blackmore’s Night concerts with his wife, Candice Night, before it was postponed due to medical reasons.

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Radio Hits in November 1968: Fantasy Will Set You Free

An amazing week for some all-time greats on the Top 40 including songs by Steppenwolf, Stevie Wonder and CCR. And we answer the question: Who was Derek?

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Jonathan Richman, Charmingly Quirky and Reflective on ‘Only Frozen Sky Anyway’: Review

On many of his albums, Richman has projected a sense of childlike innocence. On portions of this CD, however, he eschews that side of his personality.

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The Beatles’ White Album: Facts and Trivia

At the same time they were maturing, they were leaving behind the Beatles. Here are some fascinating details on all 30 tracks on their ’68 masterpiece.

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Bob Dylan’s Stunning ‘Murder Most Foul’

Across 17 minutes, he weaves various pop culture references centered around the assassination of JFK.

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Elvis Presley’s Inspiring ‘If I Can Dream’: Behind the Song

There are many goosebump-inducing scenes in Elvis, the sensational 2022 biopic. One such chapter is his 1968 comeback TV special, and its culminating moment.

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