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Is This “Peak Beatles”?
The magical concert at the Washington Coliseum in February 1964 -- two days after the Ed Sullivan Show -- is definitely a moment worth savoring, and re-visiting.
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The Forgotten Virtuoso Who Helped Legitimize Electric Guitar
Leo Fender’s invention helped legitimize the electric guitar. Jimmy Bryant proved this strange, twangy plank could be a signature tool.
The Genius of Laura Nyro
Laura Nyro was one of the most original, soulful, and quietly revolutionary songwriters of the late ’60s and ’70s — and yet she’s still wildly underrated. Let's appreciate her.
9 Best Rolling Stones Guitar Riffs
Over six decades, the Rolling Stones have released hundreds of memorable tracks. We tried to pick just nine of their best riffs.
The Monkees’ Enduring — and Maybe Surprising — Influence
Sure, they were hired as actors to play musicians, but the band soon evolved way beyond that. The Monkees were talented performers, and were also surrounded by world-class talent. It added up to genuinely excellent music that had a lasting, under-appreciated impact.