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Parliament-Funkadelic Live: Nothin’ Like It
Parliament-Funkadelic are known for putting on some of best stage shows in music. Our writer recalls some of the magic he witnessed.
The First Take Is The Deepest: Demos Turned Hits
Sometimes, those rough “demo” tapes of a song hold just the right ingredients to be a hit — and nothing further needs to be done.
The Synthesizer: Perfect Instrument for The 80s
While the synthesizer had been used in prior decades, there was something about it that was perfectly attuned to the 80s vibe.
Mike Smith: The Most Underrated Singer in Classic Rock?
Mike Smith’s powerful, soulful vocals helped put the Dave Clark Five right up against the Beatles. So why doesn’t he get more respect?
Laurel Canyon: A Lost Musical Wonderland
During the 60s and 70s, Laurel Canyon was a petri dish of creativity by some of the biggest names in rock. This documentary digs in.