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The musician Graham Nash called “the most intelligent”
Graham Nash reflected on David Crosby, describing his former Crosby, Stills & Nash bandmate as one of the most intelligent people he had known. The article presents the remark as part of Nash’s acknowledgement of Crosby’s exceptional musical ability and complicated personality, which remained central to their long creative partnership despite later estrangement. Nash and…
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JAY JAY FRENCH Says ‘The Public Is Gonna Ultimately Decide’ Whether They Accept SEBASTIAN BACH As New Singer Of TWISTED SISTER
Twisted Sister guitarist Jay Jay French has defended the band’s decision to bring in Sebastian Bach as touring frontman for their fall 2026 shows, following Dee Snider’s resignation due to health issues. French said Bach was the only performer with the stature and stage presence to take on the role, describing him as enthusiastic and…
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The 1987 songs Mick Fleetwood called Christine McVie at her best: “Huge hit singles”
Mick Fleetwood praised Christine McVie’s songwriting on Fleet Mac’s 1987 album Tango in the Night, describing ‘Everywhere’ and ‘Little Lies’ as among her finest work. The article argues that her reliable songwriting was particularly important during a difficult period for the group, marked by strained relationships and changing commitments. Fleetwood said the band needed time…
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Grupo Firme Breaks Record at Mexico City’s GNP Seguros Stadium: 5 Best Moments
Grupo Firme, the Tijuana-based regional Mexican band, set a new record for a regional Mexican act at Mexico City’s GNP Seguros Stadium (formerly Foro Sol), reaching 11 performances there since 2022 across two sold-out shows on 17 and 18 July. The milestone caps a resurgent run for the group, who pivoted to touring Latin America…
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Shania Twain Finally Plays Her Dream Gig: A Tiny Dive Bar in Toronto
Shania Twain has finally fulfilled a lifelong ambition by performing at Toronto’s legendary Horseshoe Tavern, a 500-capacity venue she dreamed of playing since her teenage years in bar bands but never had the opportunity to reach before achieving stardom. The Friday night surprise gig saw the Grammy-winning singer, who normally headlines arenas and stadiums, trial…
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Hank Williams Jr. Postpones and Reschedules Concerts Out of an “Abundance of Caution”
Hank Williams Jr. has postponed two Michigan concerts due to be held this weekend, citing “an abundance of caution” over hazardous air quality caused by wildfire smoke drifting in from Minnesota and Ontario, Canada. The announcement, made just a day before the scheduled Clarkston show, has frustrated many fans who had already made travel and…
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44 Years Ago Today, Willie Nelson Hit No. 1 With an Album Named After a Massive Hit Merle Haggard Turned Down
On 18 July 1982, Willie Nelson’s album “Always On My Mind” topped the Billboard country albums chart for the second time that year, cementing one of the most beloved recordings of his career. The title track, written by Wayne Carson with Johnny Christopher and Mark James, became so closely associated with Nelson that he named…
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Watch Pavement play hilariously mangled ‘Stairway To Heaven’ cover in Oakland
Pavement kicked off their 2026 US tour with a loose, improvised cover of Led Zeppelin’s ‘Stairway To Heaven’ during a set in Oakland, California. The performance took place on 17 July at the official pre-party for the Mosswood Meltdown festival, marking the band’s first live appearance since a show in Mexico City the previous November.…
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The “murky” genre that made Linda Ronstadt hate rock: “It just wrecked the music”
Falling out of love pretty quickly. The post The “murky” genre that made Linda Ronstadt hate rock: “It just wrecked the music” first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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URIAH HEEP’s MICK BOX Says Ongoing ‘Farewell’ Tour Is ‘More Of A Slowdown Rather Than An Absolute ‘Finish Finish”
Uriah Heep guitarist Mick Box has said the British progressive rock band’s ongoing “Magician’s Farewell” tour is best understood as a gradual slowdown rather than a definitive end, in a new interview with Metal Mayhem ROC. The tour was announced in September 2024 and began in early 2025, but Box explained that visiting all the…