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

Bill Burr expressed his initial disdain for Pearl Jam after the band disrupted his love for '80s hair metal.

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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'

Steve Jones amused himself by farting in front of Lisa Marie Presley, gauging her reaction as a measure of coolness.

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The "DC Rock History" Podcast Explores Key Local Albums

Philip Basnight launched the DC Rock History podcast to explore local rock music after years of reflection and professional growth.

NYC music

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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2 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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Becoming Led Zeppelin review enjoyable retrospective will be met with a Whole Lotta Love

The film explores the early years of Led Zeppelin, ending at "Led Zeppelin II," omitting later controversies.

Key figures from the band are featured through archive clips and interviews, but darker themes in their history are avoided.

2 months ago

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Becoming Led Zeppelin Isn't Trying to Tell the Whole Story

The documentary focuses on Led Zeppelin's early artistic vision, omitting sensationalized stories of excess and controversy.

Miscellaneous

Becoming Led Zeppelin review enjoyable retrospective will be met with a Whole Lotta Love

The film explores the early years of Led Zeppelin, ending at "Led Zeppelin II," omitting later controversies.

Key figures from the band are featured through archive clips and interviews, but darker themes in their history are avoided.

2 months ago

Miscellaneous

Becoming Led Zeppelin Isn't Trying to Tell the Whole Story

The documentary focuses on Led Zeppelin's early artistic vision, omitting sensationalized stories of excess and controversy.

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.

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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Garth Hudson, last surviving member of The Band, dead at 87

Garth Hudson, the last surviving member of The Band, has died at 87, marking the end of an iconic musical legacy.

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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.

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.

Miscellaneous

Garth Hudson, last surviving member of The Band, dead at 87

Garth Hudson, the last surviving member of The Band, has died at 87, marking the end of an iconic musical legacy.

Miscellaneous

David Lee Roth Was Hot for Imploding Van Halen

David Lee Roth's refusal to acknowledge Eddie Van Halen's legacy caused major rifts within the band during tour planning.

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Sammy Hagar: Alex Van Halen not acknowledging "Van Hagar" years is "blasphemy"

Sammy Hagar criticizes Alex Van Halen for omitting the 'Van Hagar' era in his memoir, deeming it disrespectful to Eddie's legacy.

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David Lee Roth Was Hot for Imploding Van Halen

David Lee Roth's refusal to acknowledge Eddie Van Halen's legacy caused major rifts within the band during tour planning.

fromConsequence

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Sammy Hagar: Alex Van Halen not acknowledging "Van Hagar" years is "blasphemy"

Sammy Hagar criticizes Alex Van Halen for omitting the 'Van Hagar' era in his memoir, deeming it disrespectful to Eddie's legacy.

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How R.E.M. transformed from scrappy college band to Hall of Fame rock group

R.E.M. revolutionized the 1980s music scene with their unique sound and became mainstream icons with hits like 'Losing My Religion.'

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Megadeth's Big 'Risk' Did Not Pay Off | Defector

Risky artistic choices in music can lead to either mainstream success or failure, as illustrated by Metallica and Megadeth.

East Bay (California)

fromwww.ocregister.com

How R.E.M. transformed from scrappy college band to Hall of Fame rock group

R.E.M. revolutionized the 1980s music scene with their unique sound and became mainstream icons with hits like 'Losing My Religion.'

fromDefector

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Megadeth's Big 'Risk' Did Not Pay Off | Defector

Risky artistic choices in music can lead to either mainstream success or failure, as illustrated by Metallica and Megadeth.

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Phil Lesh obituary

Phil Lesh's innovative bass playing and songwriting were crucial to the Grateful Dead's improvisational music style and legacy in rock history.

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Phil Lesh, bassist for Grateful Dead, dies at 84

Phil Lesh, Grateful Dead bassist, passed away at 84, leaving behind a legacy of musical innovation and heartfelt songwriting.

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NYC music

Phil Lesh's Life in Pictures

Phil Lesh was a versatile musician and pioneering bassist, celebrated for his improvisational skills and collaboration with Jerry Garcia in the Grateful Dead.

fromOpen Culture

Online learning

The Isolated Bass Grooves of The Grateful Dead's Phil Lesh (RIP)

Phil Lesh's innovative bass playing was integral to the Grateful Dead's unique sound and musical interaction.

Phil Lesh obituary

Phil Lesh's innovative bass playing and songwriting were crucial to the Grateful Dead's improvisational music style and legacy in rock history.

fromLos Angeles Times

Phil Lesh, bassist for Grateful Dead, dies at 84

Phil Lesh, Grateful Dead bassist, passed away at 84, leaving behind a legacy of musical innovation and heartfelt songwriting.

fromwww.nytimes.com

NYC music

Phil Lesh's Life in Pictures

Phil Lesh was a versatile musician and pioneering bassist, celebrated for his improvisational skills and collaboration with Jerry Garcia in the Grateful Dead.

fromOpen Culture

Online learning

The Isolated Bass Grooves of The Grateful Dead's Phil Lesh (RIP)

Phil Lesh's innovative bass playing was integral to the Grateful Dead's unique sound and musical interaction.

more#grateful-dead

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8 months ago

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

Sting decided to disband The Police after their monumental concert at Shea Stadium, believing they had reached the peak of their career.