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The One-Hit Wonder File: Arthur Brown’s “Fire”
“Partly melody, mostly anarchy, “Fire” couldn’t have sounded any less out of step with the…singles that entered the charts in 1968.”
Sting’s “Duets”: He Plays Well with Others
Sting has always been musically restless. His new project, “Duets,” showcases him working with a wide range of artists.
Reading the Grooves: Hidden Vinyl Messages
The music didn’t end at …the end. Lots of artists included “hidden” messages in that last little bit of vinyl grooves.
“Hollywood Eden”: Tracing the Rise of Surf Rock
A new book chronicles the rise of “surf rock” — the highs, the lows, and the really weird tales in between.
“Fab Fools”: The Beatles As Comedians
We know the Beatles as amazing musicians. But the new book, “Fab Fools,” showcases their cheeky, comedic side.