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We Need to Talk About Paul. And Mick. And Paul…
Our musical heroes, like Paul McCartney, have aged. That's affected their live shows and raised some difficult questions. Let's discuss.
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“Red Rubber Ball” Keeps Bouncin’ Along
1966 was a dramatic (and hard year), so the bouncy "Red Rubber Ball" was the perfect antidote. The surprising backstory.
10 Accordion Songs That Rock
The accordion is not the first instrument you think of when it comes to rock music. And yet it shows up in a surprising number of hit songs.
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.
Breaking Up is Hard to Do: When to Call It Quits
As our rock heroes age, some are still out there, some have announced a farewell tour. When is the time to bow out gracefully?