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Hear Will Hoge and Dave Hause Poke at Religion, Talk Struggles of Indie Music in Live Song Swap
Will Hoge and Dave Hause appeared on Rolling Stone’s Nashville Now podcast at the Mile of Music Festival, performing and discussing songs that challenge religious hypocrisy and social norms. Their conversation matters because it highlights how both artists use roots, rock and Americana music to make cultural and political observations while remaining independent musicians. Hoge…
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“Terrible”: Don Henley on the 2007 Eagles lyrics no one understands
Never making himself clear. The post “Terrible”: Don Henley on the 2007 Eagles lyrics no one understands first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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“They went spare”: The controversial 1980 Paul McCartney song that divided an entire country
Falling out of favour. The post “They went spare”: The controversial 1980 Paul McCartney song that divided an entire country first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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Mariah Angeliq Signs With Pitbull’s Mr. 305 Records, Launches New Chapter With ‘A La Que Fui’
Mariah Angeliq has signed with Pitbull’s independent Miami-based label, Mr. 305 Records, alongside the release of her new single, ‘A La Que Fui’. The move links an artist closely associated with Miami’s Latin music scene to a label with similarly strong local roots, and is intended to support a more personal, vulnerable musical direction. Born…
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The “rival” band Brian Wilson could have never worked with: “More endowed than anybody”
The opposite side of music. The post The “rival” band Brian Wilson could have never worked with: “More endowed than anybody” first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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“Robert Plant sat at the back. You could see his brain ticking away, thinking, ‘I should do this.’ That’s what I like”: What drives the prog veteran who’s been compared to God?
Ashley Hutchings, a founding figure in British folk rock, reflects on the enduring creative drive that has kept him writing, performing and curating his catalogue well into later life. The article presents his influence through the admiration of fellow musicians, including Robert Plant, and underscores his role in establishing a modern British folk-rock tradition. Hutchings…
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4 Songs by New Edition That Still Make Me Want To Dance Today
New Edition produced a run of danceable R&B and pop hits from their 1983 debut onwards, and this article highlights four songs that remain energetic favourites. – “Candy Girl” — the 1983 debut single and title track, written by Maurice Starr and Michael Jonzun, was the group’s first number-one hit. – “Earth Angel” — New…
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3 Underrated Blues-Rock Bands From the 1970s That Should Be Household Names Today
The article highlights three 1970s blues-rock bands that its author considers overlooked and deserving of wider recognition today. – Bloodrock: A Fort Worth band active from 1963 to 1975, noted for dark themes and a heavier sound; the article recommends 1970’s Bloodrock 2 and the 1972 live album. – Cactus: Formed by musicians including Tim…
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Aespa Talks About Ty Dolla $ign Collab ‘Switchblade,’ Performing Songs From ‘Lemonade’ Album & Upcoming Tour | Billboard News
Aespa discussed their collaboration with Ty Dolla $ign on ‘Switchblade’, their recent ‘Lemonade’ album and plans for an upcoming tour. The interview highlights the group’s effort to bring newer material to live audiences while expanding their international fan engagement. Member Ningning said the group are long-time fans of Ty Dolla $ign and were excited to…
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Every Baby Boomer Alive Remembers These 4 Classic Pop Jams From 1970
The article highlights four pop songs from 1970 that it argues remain especially familiar to baby boomers: The Partridge Family’s “I Think I Love You”, B.J. Thomas’s “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head”, Three Dog Night’s “Mama Told Me Not to Come” and the Jackson 5’s “ABC”. It presents them as enduring examples of the…