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3 Classic Rock Songs From 1978 That Sound Like the End of the Party
This American Songwriter feature rounds up three classic rock tracks from 1978 that the writer feels capture the mood of a party winding down. The framing is light-hearted, suggesting these are the sort of wistful, reflective songs you might play to gently signal to lingering guests that it is time to leave, or that you…
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Jack White Keeps Rock ‘n’ Roll on the Front Burner in ‘Frozen Charlotte,’ His Heavy and Blazingly Worthy ‘No Name’ Followup: Album Review
The first question most Jack White fans are looking to have answered to when it comes to his new album, “Frozen Charlotte”: Is it effectively a “No Name 2.0”? Nearly everyone is hoping for a “yes,” on that one. In his solo career, White spent a few years notably bouncing around, veering between acoustically oriented…
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3 Songs From the 2010s That Owe More to Country Music Than Fans Realize
This American Songwriter feature argues that three well-known pop hits from the 2010s have deeper roots in country music than many listeners appreciate. The piece contends that through their song structure, lyricism or melody, these tracks share a kinship with the country genre, and it invites readers to revisit them with that connection in mind.…
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Who played guitar on the Elvis Presley classic ‘Hound Dog’?
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3 Rock Songs From the 1990s That Will Get All Your Friends Dancing
The American Songwriter article is a light-hearted music feature highlighting three rock tracks from the 1990s that the writer believes are guaranteed to get people dancing at a party. It sets the scene by noting the decade’s wide range of rock styles — from grunge and alternative to party rock, metal and nu-metal — before…
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Aaron Lewis says music industry turned its back on him because of his politics
Country and rock musician Aaron Lewis, frontman of the band Staind, has claimed that music industry executives distanced themselves from him because of his conservative political views. In an interview tied to America’s 250th anniversary coverage, Lewis argued that his outspoken politics cost him support and opportunities within the industry, framing his experience as evidence…
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“This is our Spider-Man 3” – Soulfame’s Warsong update adds “edgelord” progression path later this year
Digital Extremes has unveiled a lengthy new gameplay trailer for its fantasy action game Soulframe, showcasing its next major update, Warsong, which is due to arrive later this year. The update introduces a new story quest known as the Warsong Fable, featuring actor Ben Starr as antagonist Tempest Bayor, and delves into the player character’s…
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4 Frank Sinatra Songs From the 1950s That Might Sound Even Better Today
This American Songwriter piece celebrates Frank Sinatra’s enduring appeal by highlighting four songs he recorded during the 1950s that the writer believes still resonate strongly with modern listeners. Rather than reporting a news event, the article serves as an appreciation of Sinatra’s back catalogue, noting his career spanned more than 50 years and produced some…
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4 Must-Have Albums To Start Your Tom Petty Vinyl Collection
American Songwriter offers a starter guide for building a Tom Petty vinyl collection, arguing that his consistently strong catalogue makes narrowing it to just four albums difficult. The chosen quartet spans different eras of Petty’s career, making them a well-rounded foundation for new collectors while also representing a plausible case for his finest work. The…