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33 Days in the Hole: What happens when a metalhead listens to all Chicago, all the time

Rock journalist Rob Kern, an avowed metalhead, chronicles his journey across a blistering sunscape of Chicago music in 33 Days in the Hole, now available in eBook format. You May Also Like: Chicago, “Questions 67 & 68” from Chicago Transit Authority (1969): One Track Mind Chicago, “It Better End Soon”Read More

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‘Lordy! Lordy!’: Little Richard reacts to recently discovered jam with Joe Walsh

While digging around for tasty extras to include in the deluxe edition of the forthcoming 2012 release Analog Man, Joe Walsh came across an amazing find: A tape of his former band the James Gang jamming with Little Richard. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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New two-CD live release cements BTO co-founder Fred Turner's return to form

Fred Turner has described his reunion with fellow BTO alum Randy Bachman as being “almost like a rebirth.” A signature moment in that emotional return from early retirement is forthcoming as Eagle Rock releases Live at the Roseland Ballroom, NYC on May 29, 2012 You May Also Like: ‘Bachman andRead More

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Something Else! sneak peek: Beach Boys, "That's Why God Made The Radio" (2012)

The Beach Boys’ first single with Brian Wilson in ages is a celebration not just of the joys of their combined vocals, but also the glowing desktop contraption that long-ago beamed their biggest songs into our homes. You May Also Like: How Beach Boys Found the Sun Again With ‘That’sRead More

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ZZ Top is standing by eccentric Rick Rubin, even as long-awaited album project stalls

ZZ Top is putting its faith in eccentric producer/fellow longbeard Rick Rubin, even as we continue waiting — and waiting — for the band’s long-awaited new album. You May Also Like: ZZ Top’s “El Diablo,” “Thunderbird,” “Rough Boy” + Others: Gimme Five Tom Petty, Johnny Cash + Beastie Boys: RickRead More

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Something Else! Featured Artist: Eric Clapton

As Eric Clapton puts the finishing touches on a scheduled 2012 release — again produced by frequent sideman Doyle Bramhall II, who also helmed the well-received Clapton a couple of years ago — we reached back for a few old favorites. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Something Else! sneak peek: Asia, "Face on the Bridge" (2012)

The original lineup of Asia will celebrate what has become perhaps the band’s most productive period with a new album, a reissue of their career-making debut on its 30th anniversary and a massive world tour. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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New Music Monday: Anathema, Deep Purple, Jack White, Peter Gabriel, Volbeat

Now that you’ve devoured all of the weekend’s Record Store Day goodies, time to refocus on the next round of tasty musical newness headed your way — including 2012 releases from Anathema, Jack White and the Maccabees You May Also Like: No related posts.

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'Celestial amnesia': Carlos Santana talks about remaining grounded after all these years

Carlos Santana has had his share of accolades, fame and fortune. Since his explosive debut more than four decades ago, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has sold some 90 million records and earned 10 Grammys — including a record-tying nine for a single album, 1999’s album of theRead More

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Dave Stewart played a key role – from afar – in the Traveling Wilburys’ formative days

Dave Stewart, of Eurythmics fame, played a key role in the formative days of the Traveling Wilburys, that 1980s supergroup featuring Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Tom Petty and Roy Orbison. You May Also Like: No related posts.