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The Letter Gerry Rafferty Wrote After Stealers Wheel Broke Up — And Never Sent 0 (0)

April 1, 2025

In the late 1970s, Gerry Rafferty sat alone in his modest apartment, shadows dancing across the walls as the sun set behind the city. He stared at a blank piece…

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The Actual Note Brian May Hit In “Brighton Rock” That’S Studied In Music Theory Classes 0 (0)

In the world of rock music, few moments shine as brightly as the iconic guitar note Brian May hit in Queen’s legendary song “Brighton Rock.” It was the early 1970s,…

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The Lost Marvin Gaye Poetry Journals Found After His Death 0 (0)

In a small, dimly lit attic in Washington D.C., a treasure lay hidden for decades. It was a collection of poetry journals belonging to none other than Marvin Gaye, the…

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The Moment Billy Fury’S Demo Tape Made A Decca Executive Stop Mid-Meeting 0 (0)

Billy Fury had always dreamed of being a rock star. Growing up in the bustling streets of Liverpool during the late 1950s, he spent countless hours listening to records, mimicking…

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Cliff Richard’S Private Birthday Concert For Close Friends — And The Unreleased Song He Debuted 0 (0)

It was a crisp evening in late October, and the air buzzed with excitement as friends of the legendary Cliff Richard gathered at a cozy, elegantly decorated hall in his…

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The Backup Vocal Bryan Recorded In A Closet To Get The Reverb Just Right 0 (0)

Bryan stared at the small, cramped closet, its walls lined with clothes that smelled faintly of cedar. He had heard the rumors from other artists about how the best sound…

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The Doobie Brothers’ Recording Of “Don’T Start Me Talkin’” That Paid Tribute To Their Blues Roots 0 (0)

In the early 1970s, The Doobie Brothers were carving out their place in the music world. Known for their smooth harmonies and unique blend of rock and folk, they were…

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The Time A Street Preacher Shouted At Bono Outside A Venue — And He Invited Him In 0 (0)

It was a chilly evening in 1987, just outside a buzzing concert venue in downtown San Francisco. The air was thick with excitement as fans lined up, eager to see…

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The Time Elton John Fainted On Stage And Kept Playing After Regaining Consciousness 0 (0)

It was a balmy summer evening in 1975 when Elton John stood on the stage at the Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, the lights shining bright and the crowd buzzing…

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The Rockabilly Jam In A London Flat That Convinced Dave Edmunds To Produce Them 0 (0)

In the heart of London, on a chilly evening in 1971, a group of passionate musicians gathered in a tiny flat nestled above a bustling café. The flat belonged to…

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