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What’s The Common Thread Among the Most Influential Rock Groups?
We all know about how American blues and early rock influenced some great groups. But what about some other surprising other musical genres?
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Elvis Presley: The Non-Musician’s Musician
Elvis Presley has long been considered an influence on just about every rock star. But what kind of musician was he -- really?
The First Take Is The Deepest: Demos Turned Hits
Sometimes, those rough "demo" tapes of a song hold just the right ingredients to be a hit -- and nothing further needs to be done.
The Beatles and Black Folks
While Beatlemania seemed to be everywhere, there was one community where it was received with a little less enthusiasm. Our writer explains.
Charlie Gracie: He Beat Elvis to The Punch
Teenager Charlie Gracie was an early pioneer whose name may not be so familiar. But he likely beat Elvis to the first rockabilly record.