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Van Dyke Parks: He Did (and Played) It All
Van Dyke Parks was something of a renaissance man. A look at his extraordinary man, with a big impact on music.
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Robert Plant’s “Saving Grace”: A Graceful Exit
Robert Plant has reinvented himself multiple times since Zeppelin. His latest incarnation explores English roots music.
The Waitresses’ “Christmas Wrapping” – A Perfect Holiday Non-Anthem
For a lot of us, it's not the holidays until we hear "Christmas Wrapping" by The Waitresses. Here's the backstory on the song -- with a bonus "gift" courtesy of Chris Butler, founder of the band.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Your Love”
The Outfield may have had a few other songs make it onto the charts, but none were as infectious as their big one, "Your Love."
Marshall Crenshaw: 10 Under-the-Radar Gems
Marshall Crenshaw has been making excellent power-pop for years. He's still at it. Just in case you missed 'em, here are some must-hear gems.