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What Made “Shining Star” Burn So Bright?
We bet you know every word to Earth, Wind & Fire's "Shining Star." Get "under the hood" and see what made it run so smoothly.
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Al Kooper: Big Projects, Super Sessions and Live Adventures
Al Kooper has left his mark on some of the classic songs and albums of the 60s and 70s. We look at his time as a singer, player, and producer.
Life After Hip-Hop (And Age 50…)
Hip-hop began as a youth movement. In the last 30 years or so, things have evolved. What's it like now for those "founding fathers"?
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Play That Funky Music”
"Play That Funky Music" by Wild Cherry remains one of the defining (and most infectious) hits of the 70s. We dig into the back story.
The Paul McCartney Song We Need Right Now
Paul McCartney has typically written some of the most optimistic songs in pop music. Here's one particularly uplifting track for these times.