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Last New Orleans Man Standing: “Frogman” Henry
He was among the names who turned New Orleans into a hub for early rock n' roll. He didn't have many hits, but they sure were memorable ones.
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“Surprise, Surprise” for John Lennon
A new documentary examines the 18 months that John Lennon spent with May Pang. One Lennon song describes it in particularly joyous fashion.
The Novelty Song That Kickstarted Hip Hop
A quirky 1968 hit by an old vaudeville comic can lay some legitimate claim as an early precursor to hip-hop.
Godley and Creme’s Gizmotron: A Helping Hand
Godley and Creme were endlessly inventive -- even creating a musical device used by McCartney, Jimmy Page, and many others.
10 Middle Eights by The Fab Four
The Beatles weren't the first to use the "middle eight" in a song, but they sure took it to another level. Here are some of their best.