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Music covers the people, performances and recordings that shape what we hear, from classic rock and pop to newer artists and regional industries. It also includes the stories behind songs, albums, tours and the creative choices that give them lasting appeal.

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For readers, music offers both discovery and connection: a chance to find new voices, revisit familiar favourites and understand how artists build their work and careers. Disputes over samples, reunions and the changing business of entertainment show how creativity, money and cultural influence intersect.

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Remembering When Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne Got Together One Last Time for a Standout Album in 2006

  • Petty and Lynne reunited for *Highway Companion* in 2006.
  • It was their last album together.
  • The record paired reflective songs with a few rockers.

Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne reunited in 2006 to make *Highway Companion*, their final album together. The collaboration mattered because it brought back a successful creative partnership while giving Petty’s more reflective songwriting room to lead. They had first worked together on Petty’s solo debut, *Full Moon Fever*,…

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How Steven Wilson got a former Doctor Who to appear on his new album

  • David Tennant narrates parts of Steven Wilson’s new album.
  • Wilson approached him after hearing his voice on BBC radio.
  • *The Overview* explores space, perspective and humanity.

Steven Wilson has revealed how actor David Tennant came to appear on his new album, *The Overview*. Wilson asked Tennant to narrate parts of the two-track record after hearing his voice in a BBC radio programme, bringing the Doctor Who actor into a project about the vastness of…

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Born 96 Years Ago Today on the Texas Gulf Coast, the 50s Rock Legend Behind Novelty Hits and George Jones’ First No. 1

  • The Big Bopper was born 96 years ago in Texas.
  • “Chantilly Lace” reached number six on the pop chart.
  • His songs also brought early chart success to George Jones and Johnny Preston.

Jiles Perry “J.P.” Richardson Jr., known as The Big Bopper, was born in Texas on 24 October 1930. A rock and roll pioneer, he became famous for novelty songs including “Chantilly Lace”, and also wrote “White Lightnin’”, George Jones’ first number-one hit. His songwriting helped shape the early…

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In 1973, Deep Purple released an album. Ritchie Blackmore later wished they’d never made it

  • Blackmore called the 1973 album one of his worst records.
  • Relentless touring and illness left Deep Purple exhausted.
  • The band faced pressure to record three albums a year.

Deep Purple’s seventh album, *Who Do We Think We Are*, was released in 1973 after a demanding period of touring and recording. Guitarist Ritchie Blackmore later described it as one of the band’s worst records, saying exhaustion and a lack of ideas left him frustrated; his comments reflect…

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Every Baby Boomer Alive Remembers These 4 Must-Hear Country Ballads From 1979

  • Four 1979 country ballads became chart-topping hits.
  • Kenny Rogers reached No. 5 on the Hot 100.
  • Several songs were covers that crossed genres.

Four country ballads released or popularised in 1979 became major hits and remain familiar to fans of the era. Their success shows how country artists reworked songs across genres and reached audiences beyond country radio. Kenny Rogers’ “She Believes in Me” reached No. 1 on the US country…

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Sylvester Stallone admits nepotism helped daughter land Tulsa King role

  • Stallone says nepotism helped his daughter join *Tulsa King*.
  • He argues she must prove she can sustain a career.
  • He is open to using AI in a *Rambo* sequel.

Sylvester Stallone has defended casting his daughter, Scarlet Rose Stallone, in *Tulsa King*, openly acknowledging that nepotism helped her get the role. He says parents naturally want to give their children advantages, while arguing that family connections cannot guarantee a lasting career. Scarlet Rose, 24, had little acting…

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In 1976, Jeff Lynne made hit songwriting sound effortless. He still wasn’t sure he could do it again

  • ELO paired accessible songs with elaborate arrangements.
  • *A New World Record* reached number six in the UK.
  • Lynne remained unsure he could write another hit.

Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra combined progressive rock’s elaborate arrangements with accessible songs, gaining chart success in a scene that often favoured ambitious albums over singles. The 1976 album *A New World Record* marked the band’s move towards concise pop rock, while retaining the unusual musical contrasts that…

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In 1999, Jason Momoa thought he secured a breakout role. Instead, it “really, really hurt” him

  • Momoa says *Baywatch* hurt his early career.
  • He struggled for years to find an agent and work.
  • *Game of Thrones* helped propel him to stardom.

Jason Momoa thought his early role on *Baywatch* would launch his acting career, but he says the show’s reputation made people doubt his ability. His account shows how a high-profile break can also typecast an actor and make it harder to find work. Momoa joined *Baywatch* at 19,…

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Genesis fans expected to hear a 1981 hit. Phil Collins couldn’t see the point in singing it

  • Collins resisted singing ‘Abacab’ because he did not know what it was about.
  • The song’s title came from labels for its musical sections.
  • Genesis’ setlists shifted across eras and tours.

Genesis’ 1981 hit ‘Abacab’ was not a guaranteed fixture in the band’s live shows: Phil Collins said he did not want to sing it because he did not know what it was about. The story illustrates how the band’s setlists changed across their long career, shaped by its…

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The 1970s glam-rock band Roger Daltrey called one of his favourites: “Boy, did they deliver”

  • Roger Daltrey called Slade one of his favourite glam-rock bands.
  • He praised Noddy Holder’s voice and songwriting.
  • Daltrey named “Far Far Away” as a standout.

Roger Daltrey named Slade among his favourite bands of the glam-rock era, praising their songwriting, stage presence and ability to deliver across the board. His admiration highlights how the Wolverhampton group paired catchy pop with a forceful rock sound, making a strong impression even on a singer whose…

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