Archive for April 2025

The Story Behind The Canceled 1986 Tour And What Fans Never Got To See 0 (0)

April 1, 2025

In the spring of 1986, excitement buzzed through the air as fans eagerly awaited the launch of a highly anticipated tour by one of the biggest rock legends of the…

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The Only Time The Clash Used A String Quartet — And Buried It In The Mix Of “Lose This Skin” 0 (0)

In the early 1980s, The Clash were known for their raw energy and rebellious spirit. They were the pioneers of punk rock, blending sounds from reggae, rock, and even hints…

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The Surprise Opera Singers Who Rehearsed With Freddie For “Barcelona” — And How He Outshone Them 0 (0)

Freddie Mercury stood in the grand rehearsal hall, the lofty ceilings echoing with the sounds of his powerful voice. It was 1987, and he was excited about an extraordinary project…

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The Teacher Who Played “Sweet Thing” To Explain Metaphor In Poetry 0 (0)

Mr. Thompson had been teaching English at Maplewood Middle School for over a decade. His classroom was a vibrant sanctuary of words, where tacked-up quotes from famous poets jostled for…

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The Last Harmony Freddie Ever Recorded — Held For 11 Seconds Without A Breath 0 (0)

Freddie Mercury, the iconic frontman of Queen, was known for his incredible voice and unforgettable performances. Even before his tragic passing in 1991, he had already left a large mark…

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The Black Journal Bono Kept During Zooropa Writing Sessions, Filled With Lines Like “Grace Is A Song Not Yet Sung” 0 (0)

In the heart of the 1990s, as the world spun through a whirlwind of change, Bono, the charismatic frontman of U2, found himself at a crossroads in his life and…

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The Edge’S Notebook Filled With Sketches And Words That Led To “Bad” 0 (0)

The dim light of the backstage dressing room flickered as The Edge sat alone, notebook open at his knees. The atmosphere buzzed with the energy of an impending concert, but…

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The Early Version Of “Escape” With Gregg Rolie On Vocals 0 (0)

In the summer of 1980, the air was thick with anticipation as the band Journey prepared to release their latest album. Among the group’s talented members was Gregg Rolie, a…

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The Alternate Version Of “Breakdown” With An Entirely Different Bridge 0 (0)

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting golden hues across the sky, the stage stood empty, awaiting its star. It was the night of the big concert, the moment…

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The Painful Family Fight That Inspired A Line In “What About Love” 0 (0)

It was a chilly evening in late October when the fight erupted, shaking the walls of the small home where a young artist named Diane Warren had dreamed of a…

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