Author: Allison Rapp

Allison Rapp’s first concert was Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers at age 14, and since then she has been a full-time rock n’ roller. She lives, writes, and works on documentary film in New York City. When she’s not at a concert or spinning vinyl, she tweets from @allisonrapp22

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The Highwomen: Country’s New Supergroup

Brandi Carlile is just one of four fierce female artists making up the hot new Country supergroup, The Highwomen. And they’re making some noise.

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Ken Burns Goes “Country” In His Latest Documentary

Ken Burns turns his camera lens on the complex history of country music. The results are not what you’d expect.

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“Nicky (Wonder) was my favorite guitar player ever.”

Guitarist Nicky Wonder blew Brian Wilson away — and became a member of his touring band. He also fronted a cool power-pop band, The Wondermints. Get to know him.

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Henry Gross: “I was drinking all morning with…Jimi Hendrix”

At 18, Henry Gross was the youngest performer to take the stage at Woodstock. He (sort of) recalls Hendrix, Jerry Garcia and more from that festival.

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A Fire Destroyed Old-Style Master Tapes…And Why We Should Care

In 2008, a fire at Universal Music Group destroyed the irreplaceable work of countless recording artists. We just recently learned just how bad it was. Here’s why it’s a huge deal.