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The Uncredited Backup Vocalist On “Beautiful Girl” And Her Forgotten Role 0 (0)

April 1, 2025

In a small, sunlit studio tucked away in Los Angeles, a young woman named Jessie stood by the microphone, anxiously tapping her foot. She was there to lend her voice…

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The Mysterious Song Elton John Played Only Once On Stage And Never Again 0 (0)

It was a night like no other in 1986, as the bright lights of the Los Angeles Dodger Stadium illuminated the faces of thousands of eager fans. The air was…

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The Verse Of “Rock The Casbah” That Was Originally A Joke — But Stayed 0 (0)

In the early 1980s, a young musician named Joe Strummer was sitting around with his band, The Clash. They were known for their punk rock sounds that combined rebellion with…

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The Secret Tribute To Gram Parsons In The Goats Head Soup Liner Notes 0 (0)

In the summer of 1973, the Rolling Stones were wrapping up what would become one of their most iconic albums, “Goats Head Soup.” But beyond the music, there was a…

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The Final Mix Of “You Wreck Me” That Included Sounds Of A Passing Train 0 (0)

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the studio, Tom Petty sat at the mixing board, his fingers dancing over the controls. The final mix…

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The Time A Crowd Started Chanting “Born To Be Wild” Before The Band Even Came On Stage 0 (0)

The anticipation was electric the night of the concert, a feeling that hung thick in the air like humidity before a summer storm. Fans packed the arena, a sea of…

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The Demo Version Of “Healing Love” With A Spoken-Word Intro From Cliff Himself 0 (0)

Cliff often stood on the edge of the stage, the bright lights shining down on him like a warm embrace. The crowd below buzzed with anticipation, their energy a palpable…

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The Tape Labeled “Marvin’S Confession” — Found But Never Released 0 (0)

The dim light of the basement flickered as I carefully unwrapped an old box I had found in my grandfather’s attic. Dust motes danced in the air, and the smell…

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The Band Fight Over “Bicycle Race” And Its Companion Song “Fat Bottomed Girls” 0 (0)

In the late 1970s, the air around Queen was electric with creativity. The band members—Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon—were deep in the process of crafting songs…

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The Soldier Who Wrote U2 A Letter From Iraq Saying “One” Kept Him Alive 0 (0)

In the heart of the scorching Iraqi desert, where the sun blazed down like a relentless spotlight, Sergeant James Parker sat in his makeshift tent, clutching a worn-out letter. It…

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