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The Knack: Why Were They Knuked?
With "My Sharona," The Knack burst on the music scene. But the hype -- and an unfortunate comparison -- proved their downfall.
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Brian Wilson: The Gentle Genius
Brian Wilson's suburban (and frequently abusive) upbringing belied the sublime gift he had for creating music never heard before. A tribute.
Little Orphan Albums
We call them "orphan albums" because nobody really wanted them. Until they did. A look at some underrated projects.
Bet You Can’t Watch Just Once
The BBC chose to re-imagine a classic Beach Boys song to launch its new music service. Good idea. Well done.
“Sly Lives!” — And How
The Hulu documentary, "Sly Lives," is an exceptional look at an amazing musician plagued by "the burden of black genius."
