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Why Howlin’ Wolf Rejected Chess Records’ Psychedelic Makeover
In the cutthroat world of 1950s Chicago blues, Howlin' Wolf's fierce independence ensured that his legendary sound, crafted with Willie Dixon, could not be compromised.
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How Muddy Waters Turned “Mannish Boy” Into a Chicago Blues Standard
Explore the story behind one of Muddy Waters' most iconic songs, a track so raw and unconventional that his own record label doubted its potential.
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Why Big Bill Broonzy’s “Black, Brown and White” Was Difficult to Release in America
Discover the story behind 'Black, Brown and White,' the vital Big Bill Broonzy song that was too controversial for American labels for years.
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Why Muddy Waters’ Final Studio Album King Bee Sounds So Different
Explore the tense, emotional, and deeply personal story behind King Bee, the final studio album from blues legend Muddy Waters, released in 1981.
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What’s Hidden Inside the Rock Hall’s Vast Library and Archives?
This specialized facility is recognized globally as the most comprehensive repository of materials dedicated to the history of rock and roll. Its m...
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Alex Bregman hits 3 home runs and Cubs set team record with 9 in 17-3 rout of Brewers
Alex Bregman hit three of Chicago’s franchise-record nine home runs and the Cubs punctuated their August power display with a 17-3 blowout of the Milwaukee Brewers
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Nashville Tennessean
How Dolly Parton bridged country and rock at Rock Hall | Exclusive
Plus, the Rock Hall is strengthening its Nashville ties with Ryman concerts as it prepares to open a 50,000-square-foot Cleveland expansion.
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SB Nation
Some thoughts on home run records in the age of position players pitching
They all count just the same.
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SB Nation
Reds/Cubs Sunday Night Baseball game to begin in rain delay
It’s a tarp!
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Cincinnati Enquirer
Cincinnati Reds-Chicago Cubs start delayed by rain at Wrigley Field
The Reds and Cubs split the first two games of the three-game series, with Reds Rookie of the Year favorite Sal Stewart hitting homers in each game.
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Rookie Sal Stewart homers for the 3rd straight game, helping the Reds beat the Cubs 7-5
Rookie Sal Stewart homered for the third straight game to help offset two more home runs by Pete Crow-Armstrong, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 7-5 on Sunday night after rain delayed the start 25 minutes
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Cincinnati Enquirer
Joey Votto explains why Wrigley Field is a 'special place' for him
Former Red Joey Votto explained during NBC's Sunday Night Baseball broadcast the impact a moment early in his MLB career at Wrigley Field had on him.
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