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Pre-Fame Bob Dylan Struck a Rebel’s Pose, But Not Woody Guthrie’s

Pre-Fame Bob Dylan Struck a Rebel’s Pose, But Not Woody Guthrie’s

Unlikely display 10 years ago showcased a photographer who described Bob Dylan as the embodiment of a generation’s “contemporary, pent-up feelings.”

For ELO’s Jeff Lynne, Meeting George Harrison ‘Was Like a Dream Come True’

For ELO’s Jeff Lynne, Meeting George Harrison ‘Was Like a Dream Come True’

Rock’s most unexpected supergroup debuted 35 years ago today, after George Harrison asked Jeff Lynne: “Do you fancy doing some songs with me?”

How the Holocaust Shaped One of Rock’s Signature Bands

How the Holocaust Shaped One of Rock’s Signature Bands

Rush legend Geddy Lee was born 70 years ago to a gutsy pair of World War II-era survivors: “Out of this horrible thing came – me!”

How Dave Grohl Surprised Everybody With That Paul McCartney Collaboration

How Dave Grohl Surprised Everybody With That Paul McCartney Collaboration

Dave Grohl kept a jam session with Paul McCartney secret 10 years ago to create what he called a ‘holy f— moment’ in ‘Sound City.’

Yes, That’s Stephen Stills on One of the Bee Gees’ Biggest Hit Singles

Yes, That’s Stephen Stills on One of the Bee Gees’ Biggest Hit Singles

Stephen Stills’ only platinum song performance wasn’t on Buffalo Springfield’s “For What It’s Worth,” nor his own “Love the One You’re With.”

How Jon Anderson Faced Down Threat of Gunfire at a Yes Show in Argentina

How Jon Anderson Faced Down Threat of Gunfire at a Yes Show in Argentina

Yes scored a No. 1 hit single 40 years ago, prompting a lengthy, hugely successful international tour. Then they reached Argentina.

Part of Neil Young’s Creative Process Was Ignoring Bob Dylan

Part of Neil Young’s Creative Process Was Ignoring Bob Dylan

Neil Young memorably tipped his hat to Bob Dylan two decades ago on ‘Greendale,’ but only after years of staying far away from his work.

Pink Floyd Engineer Alan Parsons Had the Perfect ‘Wizard of Oz’ Quip

Pink Floyd Engineer Alan Parsons Had the Perfect ‘Wizard of Oz’ Quip

It’s unclear whether Roger Waters’ pending remake of the Pink Floyd classic ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ will once again sync up with ‘The Wizard of Oz.’

Ever Wonder How David Byrne Fit Inside That Giant Talking Heads Suit?

Ever Wonder How David Byrne Fit Inside That Giant Talking Heads Suit?

David Byrne’s suit became a defining image from the Talking Heads’ ‘Stop Making Sense’ – and a key element in the clip announcing the film’s new re-release.

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Scott Amendola and Wil Blades announce crowdfunding campaign for debut album

San Francisco Bay Area drums/organ sensation Amendola vs Blades are finally putting out a record. And here’s how you can help underwrite it.