On This Day
‘Time Machine’: America Begins Its Love Affair With Grand Funk Railroad
The Capitol single made its entrance two weeks ahead of the album it came from, 'On Time,' which went on to be certified gold.
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Features2 weeks agoLittle Richard’s ‘Whole Lotta Shakin’…’: The Georgia Peach Sings The Killer
In 1964, one rock’n’roll original covered another, as Richard charted with ‘Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On.’
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Remembering The Mighty ‘Possum,’ Country Legend George Jones
The man born on September 12, 1931 in Saratoga, Texas is still seen by many as the greatest singer in country history.
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‘Death Magnetic’: Metallica’s Compelling Creative Rebirth
Coming off the back of a confused – and confusing – period ‘Death Magnetic’ found thrash metal pioneers Metallica roaring back to life.
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‘Shine’: Frida’s Last Solo Album Of The 80s Still Sparkles
By the time Frida released ‘Shine’, in September 1984, the landscape had changed for female pop stars, but it remains a thoroughly ambitious pop-rock album.
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‘Glass Onion’: The Story Behind The Song
Playing with fans who sought to decipher hidden meanings in their songs, The Beatles laced ‘Glass Onion’ with references to their earlier songs.
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‘Graduation’: How Kanye West Put Hip-Hop To The Test
With ‘Graduation’, Kanye West pushed hip-hop to its limits, ushering in an eclectic era that would embrace everything from rock to Chicago house.
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Patsy Cline Museum Special, Part 2: ‘It Really Does Bring It To Life,’ Says Daughter Julie
Julie Fudge, daughter of country queen Patsy Cline, talks to us about the Nashville museum in her mother’s memory.
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Different Drum: The Who Stateside Without Keith Moon
In September 1979, the band played their first US concerts with Kenney Jones behind the drumkit.
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‘Live In Concert’: Joe Walsh’s Farewell to the James Gang
A month after the release of Walsh's last studio album with the band, ‘Thirds,’ he recorded the live set with them at Carnegie Hall.
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‘Autumn ’66’: Fall Arrives Early For The Spencer Davis Group
The quartet's commercial momentum continued with their third album.
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‘Just A Little Too Much’: The Ricky Nelson Hit Machine Strikes Again
The Johnny Burnette song was another chart favourite for the teen idol.
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Grace And Danger: A Toast To John Martyn
In memory of the much-missed troubadour, songwriter and unique performer.
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Behind The Albums2 weeks ago
‘New Adventures In Hi-Fi’: How R.E.M. Expanded In All Directions
Arguably less immediate and less accessible than previous R.E.M. landmark albums, ‘New Adventures In Hi-Fi’ was a sprawling, “White Album”-esque affair.
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‘Dust And Dreams’: How Camel Found The Promised Land
After a lengthy hiatus through much of the 80s, Camel released ’Dust And Dreams‘ in 1991, marking a stirring and emotional return to form.
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‘Live In Cook County Jail’: Capturing B.B. King’s Electric Live Act
‘Live In Cook County Jail’ is a truly classic B.B. King album that deserves to stand shoulder to shoulder with his ‘Live At The Regal.’
