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Tom Waits Brought His Distinctive Sound Into Musical Theater

Tom Waits Brought His Distinctive Sound Into Musical Theater

The Monkees, an American pop rock band formed in 1966, embarked on a unique musical journey that began with their debut album, *The Monkees*. This ...
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Born 90 Years Ago Today, This Rock Pioneer Got His Start Opening For Elvis

Born 90 Years Ago Today, This Rock Pioneer Got His Start Opening For Elvis

In 1955, a musician would share a Lubbock, Texas, stage with Elvis Presley and burn so bright for four years that rock 'n' roll would never be the same again.
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What Fats Domino Lost When ABC-Paramount Split Him From Dave Bartholomew

What Fats Domino Lost When ABC-Paramount Split Him From Dave Bartholomew

In the cutthroat world of 1950s rock and roll, Fats Domino's loyalty to producer Dave Bartholomew was an act of quiet, profitable rebellion.
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Pattie Boyd Reflects on Lost Love Letters from George Harrison and Eric Clapton

Pattie Boyd Reflects on Lost Love Letters from George Harrison and Eric Clapton

Pattie Boyd Reflects on Lost Love Letters from George Harrison and Eric Clapton
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How Nat King Cole’s Cole Español Became a Landmark Spanish-Language Success

How Nat King Cole’s Cole Español Became a Landmark Spanish-Language Success

In 1958, Nat King Cole was one of the biggest stars in the world. But his label, Capitol Records, balked at one of his most ambitious ideas.
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The ‘Witch’ from Black Sabbath’s Classic Album Cover Is Now a Musician

The ‘Witch’ from Black Sabbath’s Classic Album Cover Is Now a Musician

"I still find it a little bizarre at times being the Black Sabbath 'witch woman' since of course I'm also a lot of other things," Louisa Livingstone says
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'60s Model Pattie Boyd Was Part Of A Legendary Rock 'N' Roll Love Triangle

'60s Model Pattie Boyd Was Part Of A Legendary Rock 'N' Roll Love Triangle

Pattie Boyd really had her finger on the pulse of music in the '60s and '70s, as she was involved with multiple A-list rockers and inspired several songs.
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How Fats Domino and Dave Bartholomew Turned “Ain’t That a Shame” Into a Crossover Landmark

How Fats Domino and Dave Bartholomew Turned “Ain’t That a Shame” Into a Crossover Landmark

The story behind the tense recording session for "Ain't That a Shame," where a creative clash almost kept a rock and roll classic from being made.
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Republicans Reunited in 1916, but Wilson Still Found a Path to Victory

Republicans Reunited in 1916, but Wilson Still Found a Path to Victory

The 1916 United States presidential election was a remarkably close contest that saw incumbent Democratic President Woodrow Wilson secure a second ...
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5 Of The Biggest Band Rivalries In Rock History

5 Of The Biggest Band Rivalries In Rock History

Whether rooted in genuine animosity or a more complicated frenemies situation, the sparks that flew between these rock bands lit up the press for many years.
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The Animals' 'House of the Rising Sun' Celebrated for Reshaping Popular Music and Inspiring Bob Dylan's Electric Shift

The Animals' 'House of the Rising Sun' Celebrated for Reshaping Popular Music and Inspiring Bob Dylan's Electric Shift

The Animals' 'House of the Rising Sun' Celebrated for Reshaping Popular Music and Inspiring Bob Dylan's Electric Shift
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Link Wray's Iconic Instrumental "Rumble" Continues to Influence Rock Music

Link Wray's Iconic Instrumental "Rumble" Continues to Influence Rock Music

Link Wray's Iconic Instrumental "Rumble" Continues to Influence Rock Music