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1971 Blues-Rock Song, Recorded By A Stairwell, Is Still A Thunderous Hit 55 Years Later

1971 Blues-Rock Song, Recorded By A Stairwell, Is Still A Thunderous Hit 55 Years Later

One day in 1971, while his bandmates went to the pub, John Bonham stayed behind at Headley Grange to record an iconic beat for this iconic Led Zeppelin song.
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How Travelin' Man Became One of Ricky Nelson's Biggest Hits

How Travelin' Man Became One of Ricky Nelson's Biggest Hits

Discover the story behind a tense recording session where Ricky Nelson's artistic rebellion led to the creation of an iconic, history-making hit song.
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How Janis Joplin Helped Shape Big Brother and the Holding Company's Sound

How Janis Joplin Helped Shape Big Brother and the Holding Company's Sound

Beyond her iconic voice, Janis Joplin was a musical architect who guided her band with a unique vision, as revealed by those who knew her best.
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John Lennon's Battles With Capitol Records During His Political New York Era

John Lennon's Battles With Capitol Records During His Political New York Era

In 1972, John Lennon staged a dramatic walkout of his own album launch party. This is the story behind the protest and the controversial album at its center.
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How Bo Diddley Used the Studio to Build His Revolutionary Guitar Sound

How Bo Diddley Used the Studio to Build His Revolutionary Guitar Sound

Beyond his famous beat, discover how Bo Diddley’s pioneering studio techniques and use of effects like tremolo and reverb changed the sound of rock and roll.
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Phil Collins' Early Career Shaped by The Action and George Martin's Influence

Phil Collins' Early Career Shaped by The Action and George Martin's Influence

Phil Collins' Early Career Shaped by The Action and George Martin's Influence
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Quote Of The Day By Meat Loaf: 'Before I Can Sing The Song, I've Got To ...'

Quote Of The Day By Meat Loaf: 'Before I Can Sing The Song, I've Got To ...'

Meat Loaf was one of rock history's most dramatic singers, and it's no surprise that his energy was driven by a desire to apply acting principles to his art.
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10 Rock Bangers You Hear At Grocery Stores All The Time

10 Rock Bangers You Hear At Grocery Stores All The Time

These rock bangers turn your routine grocery run into a trip down memory lane. Here are 10 songs you're almost guaranteed to hear between the aisles.
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Best images of Bruce Springsteen as rock star turns 77

Best images of Bruce Springsteen as rock star turns 77

September 23 marks the 77th birthday of iconic rock star Bruce Springsteen.
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Paul McCartney Once Recorded This Bee Gees Classic — But Barry Gibb Never Got The Master Tape

Paul McCartney Once Recorded This Bee Gees Classic — But Barry Gibb Never Got The Master Tape

McCartney once agreed to cover a No. 1 Bee Gees hit as a tribute to the late Maurice Gibb, but as brother Barry later revealed, the recording never surfaced.
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On This Day: Elvis Presley Released the Rock and Roll Classic Jailhouse Rock

On This Day: Elvis Presley Released the Rock and Roll Classic Jailhouse Rock

"Jailhouse Rock," the iconic 1957 song performed by Elvis Presley, stands as a testament to its enduring appeal and commercial success. Written by ...
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He Was This Close to Fronting Van Halen. He Finally Got to Play Live With a Member

He Was This Close to Fronting Van Halen. He Finally Got to Play Live With a Member

Thirty years after nearly landing his dream job, watch Mitch Malloy perform "Ain't Talkin' 'bout Love" with Michael Anthony