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Celebrating John Mellencamp’s “Scarecrow”
John Mellencamp's "Scarecrow" signaled a definite turn into what's termed "heartland rock." Forty years later, we look at its impact.
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John Mellencamp: Pink Houses and America
John Mellencamp has always told stories about the heartland. But one song in particular captures a larger picture of America - then and now.
John Mellencamp’s American Fool: Snarky Guitar With Straightforward Truths
John “Cougar” Mellencamp had some success before in his career but the landmark ‘80s album “American Fool” is what made him a bona fide rock star. It really did “hurt so good.”