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The Forgotten B-Side “Cold Sweat” That Mellencamp Still Calls “The One That Got Away” 5 (1)

April 2, 2025

John Mellencamp was no stranger to the ups and downs of life as a musician. With his blend of rock and heartland Americana, he had captured the spirit of small-town…

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The Only Show The Stones Ever Canceled Due To Weather — And What They Did Instead 0 (0)

The rain poured down in sheets, drenching the ground and drowning the hopes of thousands of eager fans. It was a day many had been waiting for—June 28, 1995—when the…

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The Time Cliff Richard Held Hands With A Grieving Widow In The Front Row — And Sang Directly To Her 5 (1)

It was a rainy evening in June when Cliff Richard stepped onto the stage of the Royal Albert Hall, the famous venue in London that had welcomed countless legends over…

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Why Ginger Baker Used Jazz Ride Techniques In Cream’S Heaviest Songs 5 (1)

Ginger Baker was not just any drummer; he was a force of nature, a whirlwind of energy and creativity. Born in London in 1939, Ginger grew up surrounded by the…

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The Handwritten Postcard Simonon Sent To A Young Artist Who Drew The Clash City Rockers Cover 5 (1)

On a sunny afternoon in London, a young artist named Max was sitting in his tiny studio flat, surrounded by crumpled sketches and half-finished paintings. The walls were plastered with…

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The Moment Hutchence Asked The Crowd To Sing — And Stood In Silence 5 (1)

The air was electric that night in Melbourne, Australia, as the crowd of thousands gathered to see the iconic frontman of INXS, Michael Hutchence. The energy radiated from the sea…

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The Final Encore Where Mellencamp Walked Off Without A Word — And Left The Crowd Still Clapping In The Dark 5 (1)

The night was electric, buzzing with anticipation as the crowd gathered in the dimly lit amphitheater. Fans of all ages filled the seats, their excitement palpable as they waited for…

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The Single Cream Recorded In Mono Because Stereo “Didn’T Feel Right” 5 (1)

In the summer of 1967, the British rock band Cream had just finished recording their groundbreaking album, “Disraeli Gears.” The group, made up of legendary musicians Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce,…

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How Three Dog Night Dealt With The Pressure Of Three Lead Singers 0 (0)

In the vibrant world of rock and roll during the late 1960s and early 1970s, a unique band called Three Dog Night was making waves. Comprised of three talented lead…

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The Alternate Title For “Black Dog” — Vetoed By Plant Because It Sounded “Too American” 0 (0)

In the early 1970s, a song was born that would become one of the most iconic tracks in rock music history. It was called “Black Dog,” created by the legendary…

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