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by Steven Valvano November 23, 2022 Comments3

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Hooray for the Heavyweights of Rock

Their outward appearance defied the image of the skinny rock star — but their talent and musical chops made them stand out even more.

by Eoghan Lyng October 8, 2021 Comments3

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Bobby Womack doesn’t get near enough love. This exceptional singer shines on just about everything; we narrowed it down to ten great tracks.

by Sharon Oliver June 17, 2021 Comments0

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Pop music has been the soundtrack to our lives for decades. The new Netflix series, “This Is Pop,” digs a little deeper.

by Ellen Fagan April 8, 2021 Comments3

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A new book chronicles the rise of “surf rock” — the highs, the lows, and the really weird tales in between.

by Mark Daponte November 14, 2020 Comments1

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Sometimes, a singer turns to a fellow performer for inspiration. And sometimes, the end result can be pretty harsh.