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Sympathy for the Drummer: Why Charlie Watts Matters
Charlie Watts was the "heartbeat" of the Stones. A recent book breaks down why this timekeeper was one of the most masterful drummers of any genre.
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Exploring “The Country of Liverpool”
American music made its way to Liverpool. But ancient English music influenced things centuries earlier. Here's how it all came together.
The Golden Age of the Novelty Song
Between Elvis' induction into the Army and Beatlemania, there was a period where novelty songs reigned supreme. What was their particular appeal?
Four Small Clubs That Launched Huge Careers
Pretty much every major artist made their bones working small clubs, These four are responsible for helping spring some amazing acts into the culture;
9 Songs That Made Our Favorite Movie Scenes
Pop songs and movies go together like peanut butter and jelly. These songs really cemented some favorite movie scenes in our collective brains.