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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Review: Talking Heads - and '70s N.Y. music scene - deserve better than 'Burning Down the House'

Gould's 'Burning Down the House' does not meet the expected depth and detail fans seek, missing participation from band members and lacking vital insights into their story.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

Brian Wilson, Beach Boys visionary leader and summer's poet laureate, dies at 82

Brian Wilson, the influential leader of the Beach Boys, has passed away at 82, leaving a legacy of unforgettable music.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

The Doors at 60: Surviving members and famous fans break down the greatness of iconic L.A. band

The Doors' legacy continues to shape L.A. culture and music, as expressed by their lasting impact and ongoing relevance.
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fromPitchfork
3 months ago

David Johansen, Famed New York Dolls Singer, Dies at 75

David Johansen, iconic punk musician, died at 75 surrounded by family after a long illness.
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fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

Iconic punk venue CBGB is coming back for a one-day-only festival this September

CBGB Festival revives the spirit of punk by showcasing legendary and emerging artists in a one-night event this September.
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fromPitchfork
3 months ago

David Johansen, Famed New York Dolls Singer, Dies at 75

David Johansen, iconic punk musician, died at 75 surrounded by family after a long illness.
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fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

Iconic punk venue CBGB is coming back for a one-day-only festival this September

CBGB Festival revives the spirit of punk by showcasing legendary and emerging artists in a one-night event this September.
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fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Bartender who created tequila sunrise at Bay Area restaurant dies at 77

Robert Lozoff, co-creator of the tequila sunrise, passed away at age 77, leaving a significant mark on cocktail culture.
His bartending legacy includes interactions with rock legends and a pivotal influence on drink culture.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Gallagher brothers perform together for first time in 16 years in closed London pub

The Gallagher brothers performed together for the first time in 16 years, signaling a reunion for the Oasis tour.
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fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Sausalito's historic Record Plant may rock 'n' roll again soon

The Record Plant studio in Sausalito will be preserved and restored as a modern recording facility with educational programs.
An investment group has acquired the closed studio to maintain its historical significance.
Plans include showcasing the studio's music history through exhibitions.
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fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Aerosmith and Bruce Springsteen compared notes recording their 1975 landmark albums in same NYC studio: 'We were making history'

Aerosmith and Bruce Springsteen recorded landmark albums side by side, inspiring each other in a collaborative studio environment.
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Bill Burr confronted Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder at SNL50: "I hated your band"

Pearl Jam, that was the band that made me realize my youth was over...When Pearl Jam came, I was like, 'Oh, my God. This isn't ending.'
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fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Sex Pistol's star Steve Jones says he farted in front of Lisa Marie Presley just to get a rise out of her: 'You can tell if someone's cool'

I like to fart in front of people. You can tell if someone's cool or not from their reaction.
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fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Gene Simmons reveals Kiss was ignored shooting an iconic album cover on the NYC streets: 'Not even looking at us twice'

Kiss's iconic album cover was born from an impromptu photo shoot with ill-fitting clothes and borrowed shoes, illustrating the band's early unconventional style.
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fromPitchfork
5 months ago

The Band's Garth Hudson Dies at 87

Garth Hudson, the last surviving member of The Band, died at 87, leaving behind a profound musical legacy.
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fromVulture
5 months ago

Bob Dylan Remerges to Eulogize 'the Real Driving Force Behind the Band'

Bob Dylan honors Garth Hudson, celebrating his impact on music and the Band through a heartfelt message.
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fromPitchfork
5 months ago

The Band's Garth Hudson Dies at 87

Garth Hudson, the last surviving member of The Band, died at 87, leaving behind a profound musical legacy.
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fromVulture
5 months ago

Bob Dylan Remerges to Eulogize 'the Real Driving Force Behind the Band'

Bob Dylan honors Garth Hudson, celebrating his impact on music and the Band through a heartfelt message.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
9 months ago

Synchronicity': The experimental album that went gold and broke up The Police

On stage at Shea Stadium, Sting made the decision to disband The Police, believing they had reached the pinnacle of their success, calling it 'Everest'.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Traffic's Dave Mason: On one level, I could hate every one of them'

Mason reflects on the moment he was ousted from Traffic, stating, 'I don't like the way you write. I don't like the way you sing. I don't like the way you play. And we don't want you in the band any more.' This stark dismissal left Mason in shock, crushing his dreams of being in the band he admired the most. His subsequent career, though successful, is seen by him as a fallback to the loss of this ideal collaboration.
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