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The Knack: Why Were They Knuked?
With "My Sharona," The Knack burst on the music scene. But the hype -- and an unfortunate comparison -- proved their downfall.
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Clem Burke Never Stopped Drumming
Clem Burke was literally born to drum. When he joined Blondie, his beats transformed this New Wave band into commercial hitmakers.
The Vapors Are Back to “Hit the Ground Running”
The Vapors broke through with "Turning Japanese." The last decades have been up and down, but they're back with a great new album.
Rick Buckler of The Jam: A Tribute
The Jam was one of the most commercially viable of the New Wave groups. As drummer, Rick Buckler helped define their sharp, driving sound.
“The Idiot”: Iggy Gets Sophisticated (Sort of)
An unexpected collaboration between Iggy Pop and David Bowie proved to be a template for many 80s and 90s artists.