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Vicki Peterson & John Cowsill Deliver ‘Long After the Fire’: Review
They serve up a diverse and mostly satisfying program that variously recalls country-rockers and the occasional Fleetwood Mac echo.
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Remember the Maxell ‘Blown-Away Guy’?
The humble cassette had plenty of pluses and minuses but one thing we can all agree on: how cool was the leather-clad guy in their ads?
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Paul McCartney Tells Story of ‘Wings: A Band on the Run’ in New Book
The title is drawn from dozens of hours of interviews with the star and numerous key players in the band’s orbit.
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Ben E. King’s Voice Will Stand By Us For All Time
The soul singer co-wrote one of the most poignant love songs ever recorded, and enjoyed numerous hits with the Drifters and as a solo artist.
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‘Ron Delsener Presents,’ Documentary of Legendary Concert Promoter, Coming
The feature-length film follows the influential New Yorker, a visionary who impacted the live music business.
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Willie Nelson, All-Star Lineup at 90th Birthday Concerts in 2023
The 2-day event at the Hollywood Bowl included Stephen Stills, Neil Young, Keith Richards, Kris Kristofferson, Snoop Dogg, and many more
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Mitch Ryder Releases 40th Album with Legacy In Mind: Interview
Two of the Rolling Stones told producer Bob Crewe, “If you put out ‘Jenny Take a Ride,’ you’ll have a hit record. And that’s what we did.”
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Mike Peters, Frontman of The Alarm, Dies at 66
His initial cancer diagnosis in 1995 spurred him to create the Love Hope Strength Foundation with his wife and breast cancer survivor, Jules Peters.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: 100 Crucial Omissions
Every year, when the new inductees are announced, there is lots of grumbling from rock fans about omissions. Here’s our updated list…
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Interview: The Wrecking Crew Musicians Behind 100s of Hits
It was a labor of love for Denny Tedesco to document the LA studio musicians who played on hit singles by the Beach Boys, Sonny & Cher, Mamas and the Papas, and more.
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