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How Paul Simon Blended Acting, Writing and Music in One-Trick Pony

How Paul Simon Blended Acting, Writing and Music in One-Trick Pony

In 1980, the film 'One-Trick Pony' was released, directed by Robert M. Young and starring the renowned musician Paul Simon. This film, which also f...
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12 Recurring Types Of Artist You Might Notice On A Newport Folk Festival Lineup

12 Recurring Types Of Artist You Might Notice On A Newport Folk Festival Lineup

From legacy acts to surprise superstars, we break down the 12 key booking patterns that reveal the unique curatorial strategy of the Newport Folk Festival.
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How “Blue Velvet” Became Bobby Vinton’s Signature No. 1 Hit

How “Blue Velvet” Became Bobby Vinton’s Signature No. 1 Hit

In a classic sliding doors moment of music history, Roy Orbison's rejection of one song paved the way for another artist's signature hit.
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How Louis Armstrong’s ‘What A Wonderful World’ Survived A Record-Label Showdown

How Louis Armstrong’s ‘What A Wonderful World’ Survived A Record-Label Showdown

Discover the incredible story of how Louis Armstrong fought his own record label to record "What a Wonderful World," a song that initially flopped.
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Why Newport Folk Festival Sets Often Feel Intimate Even Inside A Packed Fort

Why Newport Folk Festival Sets Often Feel Intimate Even Inside A Packed Fort

Explore the unique reasons Newport Folk Festival creates such intimate musical moments, from its historic setting to its legendary collaborative spirit.
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Why Newport Folk Festival’s Biggest Moments Can Feel Strangely Low-Key

Why Newport Folk Festival’s Biggest Moments Can Feel Strangely Low-Key

Newport Folk's biggest moments often feel understated. Here's how history, collaboration, and location create its unique, low-key magic.
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5 Ways A Newport Folk Festival Appearance Can Raise An Artist’s Profile

5 Ways A Newport Folk Festival Appearance Can Raise An Artist’s Profile

Beyond the historic stage, playing Newport Folk offers artists tangible career benefits, from collaborations and media buzz to lasting industry credibility.
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New Book Examines Paul Simon's 'Graceland' and Its Cultural Impact

New Book Examines Paul Simon's 'Graceland' and Its Cultural Impact

New Book Examines Paul Simon's 'Graceland' and Its Cultural Impact
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How Newport Folk Festival’s “& Friends” Billing Creates Room For Big Surprises

How Newport Folk Festival’s “& Friends” Billing Creates Room For Big Surprises

An analysis of how the Newport Folk Festival's tradition of surprise "special guests" creates legendary moments that redefine careers and conversations.
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Ariana Grande Achieves Milestone with 'Petal' Album on Billboard Hot 100

Ariana Grande Achieves Milestone with 'Petal' Album on Billboard Hot 100

Ariana Grande Achieves Milestone with 'Petal' Album on Billboard Hot 100
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Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' Breaks Billboard Hot 100 Record with 17 Weeks at No. 1

Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' Breaks Billboard Hot 100 Record with 17 Weeks at No. 1

Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' Breaks Billboard Hot 100 Record with 17 Weeks at No. 1
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Lady Antebellum’s Need You Now Found an Audience Beyond the U.S.

Lady Antebellum’s Need You Now Found an Audience Beyond the U.S.

Lady Antebellum's second studio album, 'Need You Now,' released in 2010, marked a significant milestone in the band's career. The album not only so...