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1995 show by surf rock legends in Hermosa Beach brought to life on new album
‘Legends of Surf Guitar’ is a long-lost recording of a star-studded show at the Lighthouse Cafe 30 years ago.
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We’ve Tried Dozens of Wireless Bluetooth Headphones. These Are Our Top 5.
Need a reliable, long-lasting, and gorgeous pair of Bluetooth headphones? The editors at Esquire have tested and reviewed dozens—these are their top picks.
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Paul McCartney Plots Fall North American Tour!
Paul McCartney is showing no signs of slowing down. Paul McCartney is showing no signs of slowing down.
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Spock Rocks: Leonard Nimoy’s odd music career
Check out these unusual spoken word and musical albums from Leonard Nimoy and how they came to be!
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If You Love Becoming Led Zeppelin On Netflix As Much As I Do, Here Are Eight Rock Documentaries To Watch On The Streamer
A selection of rock and roll documentaries available on Netflix, like Trainwreck: Woodstock ‘99, and Keith Richards: Under the Influence
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Bob Dylan, Carole King, Keith Richards and more celebs react to the death of Brian Wilson
Carole King, John Cusack, Sean Ono Lennon, Ronnie Wood, Nancy Sinatra and more celebrities are sharing their sorrow on the death of Brian Wilson.
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Brian Wilson Dead: Beach Boys Co-Founder & Singer Was 82
Brian Wilson died June 11 at 82. Read an obituary on the iconic but troubled Beach Boys co-founder and singer who was considered a genius of rock 'n' roll.
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Rick Derringer Dies: “Hang On Sloopy” & “Rock And Roll, Hootchie Koo” Singer-Guitarist Was 77
Rick Derringer, who had a No. 1 hit with The McCoys in "Hang on Sloopy" and created a rock staple in "Rock and Roll, Hootchie Koo" died May 26. He was 77.
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The Who's Zak Starkey Fired Again, Claims He Was Asked To Say He Quit
As The Who prepares to embark on their North American farewell tour, the 60-year old rock group's saga with drummer Zak Starkey continues.
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Return Of The King: A Special Elvis Presley Concert Event In Las Vegas
In 1969 Elvis Presley made music history with his "Las Vegas Comeback Tour." Now the same venue is doing a historically accurate recreation of his show, song by song
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“Muddy Waters and BB King, I knew ’em before they passed away, and they told me, ‘Man, if you outlive me, just try to keep the blues alive’”: Buddy Guy is still on the road – and he’s back on the big screen in Michael B. Jordan’s Sinners
Guy feels the weight of responsibility to continue carrying the torch for the blues – and ensure that the genre’s pioneers are known to younger generations
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What does 'remastering' an album actually mean?
Everything you wanted to know about (re-)mastering audio, but were afraid to ask. Audio engineers help explain the art and science.
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Cassette tapes make a comeback at the first-ever NYC Tape Fair in Bushwick on April 27
Cassette and VHS tapes once ruled the world of entertainment — but, just a half-century after they came on the scene, they’ve largely gone the way of the dodo. In 2025, digital media is king. Online streaming services have libraries larger than any Bl
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An introduction to John Lee Hooker in nine essential albums
Of all the postwar blues giants, John Lee Hooker was the rock star. The bluesman’s rebel streak was already in evidence when – aged just 14 – he ran away from the Mississippi farm of his childhood and
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Backbeat: The Beatles 'biopic' released 34 years before Sam Mendes' planned picture
The 1994 film focused on Stuart Sutcliffe and the band’s time in Hamburg
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Philharmonic Society | Israel Philharmonic Orchestra with Lahav Shani
Founded in 1936, the Israel Philharmonic has hosted the world’s greatest conductors and soloists, as well as many young talents from Israel and abroad. Tonight they perform a spectacular program under the baton of its Music Director Lahav Shani.
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“I’m getting better day by day. The progress I’m making is excellent”: Brian Setzer says he’s recovering well after an autoimmune disease left him unable to play guitar
The Stray Cats’ rockabilly legend dreams of returning to the stage as soon as possible
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The Jam’s Rick Buckler Dies at 69 | Pitchfork
Buckler played drums in the British new wave outfit largely responsible for ushering in the mod revival of the late 1970s
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Do Dogs Enjoy Music?
Some scientific evidence has shown that dogs exhibit calmer behavior while listening to soothing music.
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Still Rules the World: Tears for Fears Celebrates 40th Anniversary of Songs From the Big Chair
Are you ready to feel old? Songs from the Big Chair by 1980s new wave band, Tears for Fears, is 40 years old. If you’re not familiar with the whole album, you’ve heard Everybody Wants to Rule World. The song was inescapable in 1985 and is a cultural touchstone for Gen Xers who grew up on MTV.
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Roberta Flack dies at 88
Roberta Flack has died at 88. The Grammy-winning singer and pianist was known for her intimate vocal and musical style on “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and other hits.
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“I just remember her playing with a pick. I didn't care how she played, as long as she played the notes right”: Brian Wilson left his mark on the bass world through studio musicians, especially Carol Kaye, who he requested play his basslines note-for-note
In a rare interview, The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson reflected on bass playing, studio craft and his 2004 masterpiece, Smile
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Every solo song John Lennon wrote for The Beatles
While songwriters never really stop, John Lennon felt that these demos from the Beatles days were worth fleshing out into full songs.
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Paul McCartney Announces Last-Minute New York Club Show
Paul McCartney announced a last-minute show at New York's Bowery Ballroom for Feb. 11, 2025.
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‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ Is an Exhilarating, Hard-Rocking Documentary of the Band’s First 18 Months
'Becoming Led Zeppelin' is an explosive and exciting (if rose-colored) documentary of the band's origin story and meteoric rise to fame.
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“I said, ‘The only way we can play 40 minutes is if we include Purple Haze.’ This guy grabbed me and said, ‘You got a lot of nerve!’” Billy Gibbons once covered Jimi Hendrix hits while supporting Hendrix on tour – and the guitar hero watched
Few players would have had the nerves to cover Hendrix while supporting him on tour, but Gibbons is made of sterner stuff – and the bold move sparked a lasting friendship
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An Expert Explains the Difference Between Cheap and Expensive Phono Cartridges
Louis Dorio, the product specialist at Ortofon, breaks down one of the most vital components in any turntable setup.
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The Beatles' "Now And Then" Wins Grammy for Best Rock Performance
The Beatles won Best Rock Performance at the 2025 Grammys for "Now and Then," marking their first Grammy win in 28 years.
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JOE BONAMASSA And SAMMY HAGAR Unleash Fiery New Collaboration 'Fortune Teller Blues'
Blues-rock titan Joe Bonamassa and rock legend Sammy Hagar have teamed up for an electrifying new single, "Fortune Teller Blues", out now on all major streaming platforms. This powerhouse collaboration blends Bonamassa's searing guitar work with Haga
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“I’m not saying I behaved that well, but I didn’t really do anything that terrible either”: '60s icon Marianne Faithfull has died aged 78
Singer, actress and inspiration for classic Rolling Stones songs
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The Beatles Classic Paul McCartney Wishes He Could Re-Write
The songwriting mistake Paul McCartney wishes he could redo on the classic Beatles track "When I'm Sixty-Four."
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The Maccabeats: Defying Gravity (We’ll Rise Above) | 2024 Hanukkah Anthem
The Maccabeats: Defying Gravity (We’ll Rise Above) | 2024 Hanukkah Anthem Our founding member Mordy Prus, currently living in Israel, is raising vital funds for Israeli families. Scroll down for message from Mordy about his work, donate at this l
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“We’ve been looking for it for 50 years, and I got it back”: Paul McCartney’s long-lost Höfner returns to the stage for the first time in 50 years, as he enlists Ronnie Wood and Ringo Starr for an epic tour finale
Macca’s original Höfner violin bass had been missing for half a century, but recently marked its return to the stage in style
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BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN | Official Trailer (2025)
Directed by: Bernard MacMahonWritten by: Bernard MacMahon and Allison McGourtyCast: Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, John BonhamBecoming Led Zeppel...
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"They all lived on half a pigeon’s egg each in the morning": The extraordinary life of Bill Wyman: WW2 evacuee, RAF airman, hit solo artist, bandleader, author, restaurateur, archaeologist, cricketer and Rolling Stone
Former Rolling Stone Bill Wyman was born in 1936, a turbulent year of three kings, that saw Adolf Hitler’s alleged master race significantly whupped by Jesse Owens at the Berlin Olympics. Not being a
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The Beatles' Ringo Starr says 'we're just musicians' as he issues Paul McCartney tour verdict
Paul McCartney is currently taking his 'Got Back' tour around the world
Entertainment | Film
10 Songs That Became Movies - SPIN
“The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia” was a strange hit in 1973. Riding the trend of kudzu noir that followed In the Heat of the Night, yet sung by From ‘Alice’s Restaurant’ to ‘Monster Mash,’ here are a few of our favorite songs that became films.
Music | Music News
Beatles ’64 Review: Martin Scorsese Chronicles First Trip to America
The Martin Scorsese–produced documentary reminds us that the frenzied response to the group’s arrival changed the trajectory of America, music, and the world.
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Watch the trailer for Martin Scorsese's documentary, Beatles '64
The first trailer for Martin Scorsese's upcoming documentary for Disney+ called Beatles '64 has been released
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Quincy Jones Should Be Remembered for His Jazz, Not His Jackson
Quincy Jones, who died on November 3 aged 91, was the last major musician whose working life spanned the arc of 20th-century American music. Jones was born in 1933, only six years after Louis Armstrong recorded "Struttin’ With Some Barbeque," one of the H
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Song from John Lennons last performance rediscovered
John Lennon’s last live performance in front of an audience took place at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City for the television program “Salute To Sir Lew – Master Showman” on April 1…
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Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with everyone from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, dies at 91
Jones' publicist, Arnold Robinson, says he died Sunday night at his home in the Bel Air section of Los Angeles, surrounded by his family.
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“I went to Jimmy Page’s hometown. I’d walk the streets he walked and breathe the air he breathed… I even noticed the smell when it rained”: Akio Sakurai aka Mr. Jimmy has studied the Led Zeppelin icon for 43 years – and elevated tribute artist to high art
The star of the 2019 documentary reveals the one Page tone he can’t figure out, goes into incredible detail about pickups, and explains why there’s still one Gibson missing from his Page collection
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Beatles documentary charting The Fab Four's first visit to the US is headed to Disney+ next month
Produced by Martin Scorsese and directed by David Tedeschi, Beatles '64 explores the band's American debut - and will include never-before-seen footage
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TIME WARP: 79 Photos That Scream Life in the '70s
Step back into the wild, rebellious 1970s with 79 unforgettable photos that capture the era's bold fashions, entertainment and everyday life.
Music | Music
Jon Kahn - Fighter (Official Music Video)
Follow Jon Kahn: https://www.instagram.com/jonkahnmusicFollow Baste Records: https://x.com/basterecords"Fighter" written by Jon Kahn and Chris Wallin.Lyrics:...
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The Beatles announce 1964 US albums boxset, celebrating 60 years of global Beatlemania
The Beatles have announced a new boxset, comprised of their 1964 US albums and celebrating six decades of Beatlemania.
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Tito Jackson dead at 70, 'heartbroken' children confirm
Tito Jackson -- a member of The Jackson 5 and brother to Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson -- died aged 70, his children confirmed on social media.
Music | Music
How to Buy a Vintage Stereo That Looks as Good as It Sounds
A 1970s hi-fi system can improve the sound of your music and the look of your home. As the saying goes, “They don't make ’em like they used to.”
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Things To Do This Weekend in Los Angeles (9-6-2024 to 9-8-2024)
This September 6-8 in Los Angeles, check out a birthday bash for the Santa Monica Pier, The Last Repair Shop at Union Station, East Side Print Fair 2024, A Night in the Park in Burbank, Future Imaginaries at The Autry, the Los Angeles Kids Book Festival,
Music | Music
'Nuggets': How a compilation album changed rock forever
Exploring the lasting legacy of 'Nuggets: Original Artyfacts from the First Psychedelic Era, 1965–1968', published in 1973 by Lenny Kaye and Elektra Records.
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A guide to turntable upgrades
Bringing your audio setup to the next level with the best speakers, catridges, matts, preamps, cables and more.
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Aerosmith Retires From the Road and Cancels Farewell Tour
Aerosmith announced their official retirement from the road and the cancellation of their Peace Out farewell tour in August 2024.
Music | Music
John Mayall, influential Blues musician, has died at 90
John Mayall, a pioneering Blues musician who was recently announced as a 2024 inductee into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, has died. He was 90 years old.
Music | Music
When Muzak Met Grunge
Muzak was once a great musical institution, but it was already a punchline by the time the Seattle grunge scene landed in its offices.
Music | Music News
Watch the Rolling Stones Debut a ‘Black and Blue’ Rarity in L.A.
The Rolling Stones performed a song they’d only been played 14 times since 1977 as their ‘Hackney Diamonds’ tour wound down in July 2024.
Music | Music News
“The serial number was the same as John Lennon’s amp. I couldn’t believe it”: John Lennon’s first Vox amp – used on early Beatles recordings and Cavern gigs – was lost for 60 years. Now it may have been found, covered in black paint, on an auction site
Heard on Please Please Me and Love Me Do, this unassuming 1962 Vox AC15 Twin may have just become the most valuable amp on the planet – and we’ve had the exclusive first look
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The Zombies Founder Rod Argent to Retire From Touring Following Stroke
The stroke led to an overnight hospitalization, with Argent’s doctors advising multiple months of rest and recuperation
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Which decade did these songs about America come out?
Will you do well enough to earn a full fireworks display, or will your light fizzle out like a sparkler?
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“Leo wanted me to be partners with him... why should I fool around with some guy who is not a musician?”: The story of how Fender nearly worked with Les Paul
Leo Fender saw the potential of Les Paul’s solidbody guitar concept, but the latter opted not to work with the legendary luthier
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Black Country Communion: V Review - Blues Rock Review
Fans of this supergroup have had to suffer a seven-year wait for this latest release — the somewhat slothfully titled V. Yet, all is forgiven once you push play.
Music | Music
The life-changing impact of Elvis Presley on Robert Plant
Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant has been inspired by many, but there was one more important that the rest, Elvis Presley. He labelled him "totally unique".
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Bob Dylan’s Pro-Israel Song – Neighborhood Bully
Bob Dylan’s Pro-Israel Song – Neighborhood Bully We need to hear it again for the generation(s) that are too woke to get it. Bob Dylan’s forgotten pro-Israel song from album Infidels, released on October 27, 1983, ‘Neighborhood Bully’ la
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Researchers Find That Music Affects How We Eat
Music contributes more than just ambiance to your dining experience—it may drive your eating behavior.
Music | Bands
The Beach Boys reflect on ‘rivalry and respect’ for The Beatles
Exclusive: Beach Boys stars Mike Love and Brian Johnston, along with director Frank Marshall, reflect on fame, fortune and family ahead of a new documentary about the legendary California band
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‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ Doc Acquired for Theatrical Release by Sony Classics, With Footage Added Since Festival Premiere
Rock doc 'Becoming Led Zeppelin,' which had a rough-cut festival screening three years ago, has been fleshed out and picked up by Sony Classics.
Music | Music
Michael Lindsay-Hogg interviewed: "Let It Be was misunderstood"
With The Beatles' Let It Be finally due back on our screens, the director Michael Lindsay-Hogg talks to Uncut
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'The first thing you often hear on any blues record is a taster of what's to come': Here are 40 turnarounds to fire up your blues guitar playing
Never be short of blues turnaround ideas again with this huge tutorial guide, including tab and audio
Music | Music
Beatles’ 1970 ‘Let It Be’ Documentary, Out of Circulation for Four Decades, Headed to Disney+ After Restoration by Peter Jackson’s Team
After being out of circulation for four decades, 'Let It Be,' the Beatles documentary, will be seen again via a restoration from Peter Jackson's team.
Psychology | Health & Wellbeing
The Quiet Danger of Noise-Canceling Headphones
Noise-canceling headphones may benefit your ears, but too much noise reduction can alter how your brain processes sound.
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Watch: RONNIE WOOD Joins THE BLACK CROWES On Stage In Los Angeles
THE ROLLING STONES' Ronnie Wood joined THE BLACK CROWES on stage last night (Friday, April 12) at The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles to perform a rendition of "Stay With Me" from Wood's previous band FACES. Wood's appearance with THE BLACK CROWES came just
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The Defunct Hi-Fi Brands Any True Audiophile Would Remember
Gone but not forgotten, these extinct hi-fi brands used to make great audio components like speakers, stereos and more.
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Lossless Audio Does Not Sound Better Than MP3
Audiophiles swear lossless music sounds richer than MP3, but most people don't hear a difference at all.
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Koolulam & Municipality of Tel Aviv Jaffa with Rita | A tribute event to the heroines of the war
Koolulam & Municipality of Tel Aviv Jaffa with Rita | A tribute event to the heroines of the war Koolulam is a social-musical initiative aimed at strengthening the fabric of society. Koolulam brings people together from all walks of life to do one thing:
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The 6 Country Songs Every Real Cowboy Should Know
Hollywood helped galvanize the idea of the singing cowboy. Ken Maynard appeared in silent films but released records on Columbia Records. When sound was added to film, it really came into focus. Gene Autry, Roy Rogers, Rex Allen, Tex Ritter, Herb Jeffries
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Elvis Sighting! Here’s What Teenage Girl’s Bedrooms Looked Like in the 1950s
Pictured here are just a small glimpse into the crazy wide-spread obsession women had for Elvis Presley. These teenage girl’s bedrooms look ...
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Bob Dylan & Israel, The Neighborhood Bully
It may not be his best song, but Dylan’s 1983 song about Israel is surprisingly resonant today.
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“Paul wants it to be fixed up, so he can play it… He was excited as a school boy”: Paul McCartney’s long-lost Höfner violin bass has been found after 50 years
Paul McCartney has been reunited with “the most important bass guitar in history”, which vanished after the Beatles split up – and was unearthed in an English attic
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Beatlemania 60 Years After Band’s Landmark ‘Ed Sullivan Show’ Appearance
Sixty years ago The Beatles appeared on "The Ed Sullivan Show" to a record-breaking viewership of over 73 million people.
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Grammys 2024: The Beatles claim 'Best Music Video' win
At the Grammys 2024 in Los Angeles, The Beatles claimed yet another prize. This time, the band won the gong for 'Best Music Video'.
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Take It Easy…No One ‘Hates' Taylor Swift
I find myself sitting at my keyboard – stunned and incredulous – that I am writing about the over-marketed pop star Taylor Swift. Strange times, indeed, as they say. But the controversy brewing around Swift (or her manufactured persona) is starting to
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The Beatles Stormed America in 1964. I Was With Them, Day and Night
A legendary photographer’s diary from the eye of the Beatlemania hurricane.
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They Changed Music: 5 Iconic Classic Rock Performances from The Ed Sullivan Show
It may not be the case today, but there was a time in the middle of the 20th century when a performance on a late night talk show was the most important thing in show business. And if the host took a shine to you? Fuhgetaboutit—you were made in the shade.
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Where Now and Then lands on the Beatles' all-time greatest songs list
We ranked every Beatles song. Here's where Now and Then landed after it was released.
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Jim Ladd, disc jockey who was a fixture of L.A. rock radio in the 1970s, dies at 75
Jim Ladd spun vinyl and interviewed rock stars on L.A. stations KLOS and KMET during the heyday of free-form FM radio, and was immortalized on Tom Petty's 'The Last DJ.'
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The Maccabeats – We’re Still Here (Am Yisrael Chai) – Hanukkah 2023 – עם ישראל חי
The Maccabeats – We’re Still Here (Am Yisrael Chai) – Hanukkah 2023 Music video for “We’re Still Here (Am Yisrael Chai),” an original song for Hanukkah 2023.
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The Beatles’ ‘Red’ And ‘Blue’ Albums Make Billboard Chart Return
The Beatles’ two new compilation albums, ‘The Red Album’ and ‘The Blue Album,’ made their return to the Billboard chart.
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Watch: Noa Kirel – Unicorn Hope Version & Koolulam – Like A Prayer
Watch: Noa Kirel – Unicorn Hope Version & Koolulam – Like A Prayer Koolulam – Like A Prayer Koolulam led an international musical project advocating for the return of the hundreds of abducted civilians currently being held in Gaza
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Rules Paul McCartney Makes His Staff Follow
Paul McCartney has continued to perform concerts long after the Beatles. He is well known as a stellar performer, and his staff are held to high standards.
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New Beatles, New Rolling Stones — Wait, What Year Is It?
It's 2023 and the Beatles and the Rolling Stones have new music. We look at the highs, lows, and weirdness of 'Now and Then' and 'Hackney Diamonds.'
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Blues playing giving you the blues? Welcome to the ultimate blues guitar workshop: an in-depth lesson that will make you a better blues guitarist
Go deep into the art form, with this comprehensive lesson on the art of the blues, designed to build your chops and invigorate your practice
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4 Recording Techniques Popularized by The Beatles
Perhaps their most widely adopted innovations are the recording techniques they helped to usher in. Find four here.
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Jewish References in Popular Songs
Can you find the connection to Judaism in these popular songs?
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Pink Floyd's Roger Waters accused of antisemitic behavior including swastika confetti, 'Jew food' remarks
Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters has been accused of sending an anti-Semitic email to his staffers allegedly proposing to write “Dirty k--k” on the inflatable pig habitually floated above his gigs.
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The CD Revival Is Real
Sales for the long-forgotten format are up for the first time since 2004, echoing the surprise resurgence of vinyl. This is why
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ALICE COOPER Says The Only Person Who Should Be Allowed To Use AI In Music Is PAUL MCCARTNEY
In a new interview with Australia's Studio 10, legendary rocker Alice Cooper weighed in on a debate about people using an AI (artificial intelligence) music generator as a tool to create melodies, harmonies and rhymes based on artificial intelligence (AI)
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Mastering Song Structure: Intro, Verse, Chorus & Bridge
Unravel the essence of musical storytelling with this exploration of song structure - from the captivating intro to the heart-pounding chorus and the bridges that connect it all. Dive into the art of arranging music and discover how classic pop song struc
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Julian Lennon Awaits Private Sit-Down With Paul McCartney, Who Promised ‘Stories About Your Dad I’ve Never Told Anybody’ (Video)
Julian Lennon has a lot he wants to hear from Paul McCartney about his legendary father, John. If only they could find the time to chat.
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A Flying V pioneer who inspired Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page, Albert King was king of the blues – find out why with this lesson in his vocal playing style
King was a player who could say more with less, with a vibrato that give his licks a vocal quality, and this lesson with tab and audio unpacks his style
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The 20 best instrumental songs of all time
Great music does not have to be dependent on memorable lyrics. Simply listening to the composition and creativity of an instrumental track can be just as rewarding.
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"I Kept Trying to Use Other Guitars, but Nigel Godrich Would Say, ‘You Know What We Should Try, Don’t You?’ ‘Casino?’ ‘Yep!’": Paul McCartney Reveals How He Fell Back in Love with His Epiphone Casino, and Transformed His Sound, in 2005 GP Interview
For the critically acclaimed 'Chaos and Creation in the Backyard,' McCartney was encouraged to abandon his Les Paul, but also found time to beef up his acoustic fingerpicking, and plug into his old Vo
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How Jimmy Buffett Turned “Margaritaville” Into a Way of Life
The late singer's beach bum reputation helped him build a billion-dollar empire.
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The Keith Richards riff machine is still in fine working order as the Rolling Stones return with new single Angry
The first single from long-awaited new studio album Hackney Diamonds proves that after all these years no-one does rock 'n' roll guitar quite like the Stones
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Vinyl vs. Digital: How Mastering Makes All the Difference
Vinyl has staged a comeback in recent years, defying the digital age's dominance of music consumption. In an era where high-resolution streaming audio reigns supreme, why do some music enthusiasts still prefer to listen to vinyl records? While ownership o
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‘Living And Dying In 3/4 Time’…
There are non-political events that happen each day in our world that hold a great amount of significance; they impact our lives on a very personal level and sometimes a transformative level. My introduction to and relationship with the entirety of the Ji
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Prof. Sam Lehman-Wilzig: From Israel-Classical Music Today: Not a Moving Experience
Prof. Sam Lehman-Wilzig: From Israel-Classical Music Today: Not a Moving Experience As Israel heads into the new year, the annual culture calendar is ready for take-off. The airwaves are full of commercials for the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (among oth
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Watch the Official Trailer for New SRV Music Doc, ‘Jimmie and Stevie Ray Vaughan: Brothers in Blues’
Featuring previously unseen family photos and insightful interviews with the Vaughan brothers plus Eric Clapton, Billy Gibbons and more, this fascinating documentary is available to watch now on streaming services and DVD
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Monkees’ Micky Dolenz: The Final Daydream Believer
‘After producing, directing, writing and creating my own TV shows and films, and starring in The Monkees, I can tell you there's no formula for a hit.’
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Rock Legend Alice Cooper Angers Trans Activists, Gets Canceled by Makeup Company
In April of 1978, 16-year-old me and some of my friends drove to Des Moines, Iowa. There we went into the old Veterans Memorial Auditorium to see one of the landmark rock & roll shows of all time, the Alice Cooper School's Out For Summer '78 show. It was an amazing bit; the Godfather of Shock Rock in his earlier days,
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'No one is as invested in The Beatles as I am': How Gen Z revived Beatlemania
Modern fans have taken up the mantle of the 60s devotees and have found a home on TikTok and Twitter – they might not scream and invade studios but their love for the Fab Four is just as heartfelt
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U-Turn Audio launches the next generation of Orbit turntables | Digital Trends
U-Turn Audio's popular line of Orbit turntables has gotten its first revamp in a decade. It includes an upgraded tonearm, automatic speed control, and more.
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6 Outstanding Rock Music Documentaries - American Songwriter
These stellar rock music documentaries give a new perspective on some of the genre's most innovative artists.
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Rolling Stones Fans Theorize Cryptic Newspaper Ad Might Be New Album Announcement
The ad run in a U.K.-based local newspaper for ‘Hackney Diamonds’ reads ‘When you say Gimme Shelter we’ll fix your Shattered windows’
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Oliver Anthony - Rich Men North Of Richmond
When I first came across Oliver Anthony and his music, I was blown away to say the least. He had a whole collection of songs that I could listen to for hour...
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The History Of The Beatles' Yellow Submarine Is More Complex Than You Realize
The Beatles' "Yellow Submarine" is a whimsical, childlike song, that was a big hit for the band, but the history is more complex than you realize.
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“I Didn’t Want That Kind of Dead Studio Perfection”: Steve Miller Reveals the Recording Secrets Behind His '70s Smash "Fly Like an Eagle"
Born out of lengthy jams, this psychedelic funk tune was recorded and mixed several times over
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Songwriter U: Songwriting Tips from Famous Songwriters
By Shawn Leonhardt for Guitar Tricks and 30-Day Singer Videos by American Songwriter Songwriting is a profession that doesn’t have an exact playbook and varies greatly among those who do it. Sometimes the advice famous musicians give is incredible, other
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Hear the original demo for The Beatles' 'Don't Let Me Down'
While putting pieces of the song together, John Lennon experimented with the structure of The Beatles' B-side 'Don't Let Me Down'.
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Fans Find Photos of Themselves in Paul McCartney's New Book (and Recall Beatlemania)
In a new video, fans are recalling Beatlemania and finding videos of themselves in Paul McCartney's new book '1964: Eyes of the Storm'.
Music | Music News
Robbie Robertson Dead: The Band Guitarist and Singer Was 80
Guitarist-songwriter-singer Robbie Robertson, who led the Canadian-American group the Band to rock prominence in the 1970s and worked extensively with Bob Dylan and Martin Scorsese, has died. He wa…
Science & Technology | Science
Google wants to use AI to turn your brain waves into music
Google scanned human brain activity and fed the data to an AI large language model in an attempt to reconstruct the music.
Music | Music
Paul McCartney Adds Five Dates In Brazil To ‘Got Back’ Tour Itinerary
Paul McCartney has announced that his 'Got Back' tour will visit Brazil for the first time, from late November into mid-December.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
3 Pieces of Advice for Selling Guitar Gear Online
Online marketplaces sometimes feel like both the wild, wild west and oppressive regimes all at once.
Music | Music
The Beatles’ ‘Red’ And ‘Blue’ Albums at 50: Celebrating the Greatest ‘Greatest Hits’ Records Ever
The two double-LP sets defined the whole Beatles story as we know it today
Music | Music
Expanded Beatles Red and Blue Albums Expected To Be The Next Official Reissue
Beatles fans are on standby for the announcement of an expanded ‘1962-1966’ (The Red Album) and ‘1967-1970’ (The Blue Album).
Music | Music
The Ultimate Dorm Room Music Production Setup: Turning Your Room into a Mini Studio
Discover the essentials of a dorm room music studio with this Ultimate Dorm Room Music Production Setup. Transform your small space into a production powerhouse with the right gear, toys, and music production tools.
Music | Music
Sinéad O'Connor Dead at 56
Sinéad O'Connor had struggled for years with her mental health, and announced her retirement in 2021
Music | Vinyl Records
10 albums that challenged the concept of Mono and Stereo
Explore the groundbreaking albums that pushed the boundaries of audio technology. These 10 albums challenged the traditional notions of mono and stereo, creating a new listening experience.
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
Stevie Ray Vaughan defined the sound of contemporary blues guitar – here are 20 techniques you can learn from the Stratocaster master
Get inside the Texas blues icon’s style with this in-depth lesson on his incendiary playing
Music | Music
Tony Bennett dies; timeless singer who won over fans for decades
Tony Bennett dies; timeless singer who won over fans for decades
Music | Music News
Not fading away: why older rockers still strike a chord with us
<strong>Letters: </strong>Readers respond to Jonathan Freedland’s article about the enduring appeal of the Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen and others
Music | Music
6 Songs You Didn't Know Ringo Wrote for the Beatles
Not known as a songwriter, Ringo Starr was a major part of what's considered likely the best band of all time: the Beatles.
Music | Music
Madonna Hospitalized for 'Serious Bacterial Infection,' Halts Tour: 'Full Recovery Expected'
Madonna was in the ICU for several days due to the infection
Music | Music
John Lennon and George Harrison: 10 guitar lessons you can learn from their Beatles era
Songwriting tricks, chord progressions and the guitar genius of the Beatles' early years
Music | Music
Sir Paul McCartney says artificial intelligence has enabled a 'final' Beatles song
The star says machine learning helped lift John Lennon's voice from a demo and turn it into a song.
Music | Music
The Rolling Stones welcome back original bassist Bill Wyman
After a 30 year absence, Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman has returned to the band to play on a few tracks on their upcoming album.
Music | Music
The 25 best albums of 1978
Let's turn back the clock to the year of Kate Bush, Buzzcocks, Bruce Springsteen, Kraftwerk and War Of The Worlds...
Music | Music
The “lost” Beatles song Paul McCartney has vowed to release one day
McCartney wants the song out.
Music | Music
10 of the Most Valuable Cassette Tapes From the ‘80s and ‘90s
Calling all Gen Xers and elder millennials: Those old copies of Pearl Jam’s “Ten” could you earn you a bundle.
Music | Music
Astrud Gilberto, “The Girl From Ipanema” Singer, Dies at 83
The Brazilian singer debuted with Getz/Gilberto’s landmark version of the bossa nova track before a troubled solo career
Music | Music
7 of the Best Drum Intros in Rock History - American Songwriter
It's often the choruses and the guitar solos that are discussed, but sometimes the rhythm section can be just as exciting.
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Pro-Israel stage protester says Roger Waters' guards threatened to break his neck
Marcel L., who rushed stage with Israeli flag at Frankfurt show, alleges violence by security; singer says act was 'unnerving,' as German police probe him for antisemitism
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
Take your guitar solos to the next level with these genre-spanning tips
Soloing ideas for lead guitar in rock, blues, acoustic, metal and more to make you a better player now
Music | Music
Tina Turner's Life in Photos
Known for being a powerhouse on stage, Tina Turner's 50-year career was one of the most prolific in music history. Following her death at age 83 on May 24, take a look back at her life in photos
Entertainment | Television/Film/Books
The Right Sound of Glenn Miller and James Stewart
James Stewart’s essence is captivating. Even in his darker roles, such as “Scottie” in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1958 “Vertigo,” we can’t help but feel some measure of…
Music | Music
Tina Turner, trailblazing 'Queen of Rock 'n' Roll,’ dies at 83
Tina Turner, the exuberant, heel-stomping, wild-haired rock goddess, has died.
Music | Music
Remembering Bob Dylan’s cover of The Beatles song ‘Things We Said Today’
“I’m in awe of McCartney.”
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
5 easy ways to create complex sounds from simple chords
Using open strings to embellish your chord work can yield magical results
Science & Technology | Tech
Three 80s Technologies That Transformed Modern Audio Production
It’s hard to overestimate the effect some innovations have had on modern
audio production. Here are three that have gone from once held studio
wishes to commonplace tech in our every day work.
