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Charles Connor, Pioneering Drummer for Little Richard and James Brown, Dead at 86
Connor also performed with James Brown and Sam Cooke.
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This introduction to The Godfather of Soul contains some of the most important music of the 20th century.
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News1 month ago
Watch New Nine-Minute Animated Video For James Brown’s ‘Super Bad’
The clip brings a renewed sense of energy and fun to the landmark 1970 single.
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The Game-Changing ‘Sgt. Pepper’s Of Every Decade
Since The Beatles revolutionary ‘Sgt Pepper’ album, each subsequent decade had its own 'Pepper moment.' See which ones defined each decade.
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Best Father’s Day Songs: 35 Essential Tracks That Celebrate Dads
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Who Is Lyn Collins?… Mama Feelgood, That’s Who
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Features2 months ago
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The best live albums of all time capture the very essence of a band’s energy in concert, making you feel like you were actually there.
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Features2 months ago
Sometimes It Snows In April: In Loving Memory Of Prince
Even now, it's shocking to talk about Prince in the past tense, or to remember that he was just 57 when he passed.
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Features2 months ago
Best Music Biopics: 30 Essential Films For Music Fans
As the Queen biopic ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ proved, the best music biopics can have a cultural impact that goes far beyond devoted fans. Here are 30 must-sees.
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Features3 months ago
The Best Protest Songs In History: Timeless Political Anthems
Unafraid to speak up against injustice, the best protest songs take on the issues of their day, but transcend their eras to speak to future generations.
