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

April 1, 2025

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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The Night The Stray Cats Sold Out A Venue In Tokyo Without A Single Poster 0 (0)

It was an unusual night in Tokyo, a night that would change everything for a band called the Stray Cats. The streets were bustling with excitement, but there wasn’t a…

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The Time Cliff Richard Almost Missed A Show — But A Fan Gave Him A Ride 0 (0)

It was a chilly evening in November 1975 when Cliff Richard found himself in a bit of a pickle. He was set to perform at a massive concert in Birmingham,…

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