The Pressure Of Recording Escape β€” And Why The Band Almost Broke During It

April 1, 2025

In the summer of 1987, a small, unassuming studio in Los Angeles buzzed with an electric tension. The band Journey had gathered to record their eagerly anticipated album, “Escape.” Excitement…

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The Music Box Freddie Used To Compose Part Of β€œYou Take My Breath Away”

In the heart of a dimly lit room, a small, dusty music box sat atop an old oak table. Its wood was worn, and the golden key was slightly tarnished,…

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The Random Circus Poster That Inspired β€œBeing For The Benefit Of Mr. Kite”

It was a rainy afternoon in London when John Lennon stumbled upon an old, tattered poster plastered to a damp wall in a quiet alley. The poster was faded, its…

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The 12-String Guitar Clapton Used On A Cream Track That Shocked Fans

In the vibrant 1960s, a time filled with experimentation and musical genius, Eric Clapton was carving out his identity as one of the greatest guitarists in rock history. He was…

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The Time Pat Simmons Broke A String Mid-Solo And Kept Going Like Nothing Happened

The lights dimmed as the crowd buzzed with excitement. It was a chilly evening in November, and Pat Simmons, the lead guitarist of the legendary Doobie Brothers, stood on stage,…

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The Fan-Made Patch That Joe Wore On His Jacket For Three Straight Tours

Joe always had a knack for standing out in a crowd, but it was an unassuming patch on the back of his leather jacket that truly captured the spirit of…

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The Rare Footage Of Marvin Rehearsing While Burning Incense And Candles

In the dim light of a small, cluttered studio room, Marvin stood surrounded by an array of colorful incense sticks and flickering candles. The air was thick with a sweet,…

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The Notebook Crosby Carried For 30 Years With Unfinished Verses And Dreams

Crosby had carried that notebook everywhere for thirty years, its battered cover softened by countless touches and crumpled pages filled with unfinished verses and half-formed dreams. His friends joked that…

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The Therapy Session Marvin Turned Into A Melody

Marvin sat in the small, dimly lit therapy room, the walls painted a soothing shade of blue. He could hear the faint tick-tock of a clock, its rhythm echoing in…

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The Rockabilly Tattoo Setzer Got That No One Ever Sees

Setzer was known for his wild, slicked-back hair and flamboyant style. As the lead singer and guitarist of the Stray Cats, he brought rockabilly back into the spotlight, merging the…

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