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How Carolyn Hester Brought Us Bob Dylan
Singer Carolyn Hester captivated a young Bob Dylan. Here's how an offhand song introduction later helped launch her own career.
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John Simon Has … Stories
Producer John Simon has been there, done that, and can regale you for hours about a testy Janis, grateful Robbie, and a cynical John Lennon.
Little Orphan Albums
We call them "orphan albums" because nobody really wanted them. Until they did. A look at some underrated projects.
When Lightnin’ (Hopkins) Struck
Lightnin' Hopkins was a blues man of the old school: slick in his appearance, unapologetic in his playing. Rock owes him a huge debt.
Bruce Springsteen’s Early Muse, Diane Lozito
Bruce Springsteen found a muse in girlfriend Diane Lozito who inspired some of the memorable figures in his early songs.