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“People associate me with the ballads and pretty things, but I did quite a lot of other stuff”: When a soft-focus love song star planted a prog suite on his solo album
The article revisits David Gates’s attempt to move beyond the gentle romantic ballads that defined Bread, highlighting a progressive-rock suite on his solo debut, First. It argues that the unexpected experiment complicates his soft-focus public image and shows that his musical background extended beyond polished love songs. Gates said listeners tended to associate him with…
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Fuji Rock 2026 Livestream Schedule and Details
Fuji Rock Festival will return to Naeba Ski Resort in Japan from 24 to 26 July 2026, with Amazon livestreaming selected performances worldwide. The coverage is available to all Amazon account holders, including non-Prime users, and begins on Thursday night in the Americas because of the time difference. Headline sets from the xx, Khruangbin and…
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On This Day in 1982, Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds Starred in a Controversial Musical Adaptation the Country Icon Later Regretted
In 1982, Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds starred in *The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas*, a film adaptation of the successful Broadway musical. Although the film performed strongly, its provocative title and subject matter made distribution difficult in some American markets, while Parton later described the making of it as a deeply unpleasant experience. The…
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“Gallops like The Trooper and evokes Iron Maiden’s double-lead-guitar histrionics”: Mongol champions The Hu take after their hard rock heroes on long-awaited new album Hun
The Hu’s third album, Hun, is presented as evidence that the Mongolian folk-metal band have developed well beyond their original novelty appeal. The review finds that they have absorbed influences from major hard rock acts, particularly Iron Maiden and Metallica, while retaining the distinctive Mongolian instrumentation and vocal character that define their sound. Released four…
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Phish begin Madison Square Garden residency: Here’s their setlist in full
Phish began their latest Madison Square Garden residency with a career-spanning concert, opening the run with a setlist that mixed familiar songs, extended improvisation and newer material. The show matters to the band’s devoted audience because their live performances vary substantially each night, making setlists a central part of following a residency. The performance included…
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The Strokes – Reality Awaits
The Strokes’ seventh album, ‘Reality Awaits’, is presented as an ambitious but curiously unresolved follow-up to their Grammy-winning ‘The New Abnormal’. Produced again with Rick Rubin, it leans into Julian Casablancas’ self-mythologising, humour and social critique, while using prominent autotune to explore tensions between sincerity, technology and artificiality. The review highlights ‘Going Shopping’ for its…
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Why part of Bramall Lane will be closed this season amid Dore training ground update – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield United have confirmed that part of Bramall Lane’s upper tier will be closed for several fixtures this season while renovation work continues, as the club carries out a wide-ranging summer refurbishment of its stadium and Dore training ground. The closures stem from roof strengthening and repainting work across the family corner, Kop and Bramall…
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Newcastle, Liverpool planning Keegan tribute at season opener
Newcastle United and Liverpool are discussing a tribute to Kevin Keegan before their Premier League season opener at St James’ Park on 23 August, following his death aged 75. The occasion will bring together the two clubs most closely associated with Keegan’s playing and managerial legacy, allowing supporters to commemorate one of English football’s best-known…
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10 Prequel TV Shows That Are Actually Successful
This article highlights prequel television series that have succeeded by expanding familiar fictional worlds while offering distinct stories, casts or tones. – Young Sheldon became a successful standalone sitcom, running seven seasons and spawning Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage. – Better Call Saul broadened Saul Goodman’s backstory, humanised Jimmy McGill and provided closure beyond Breaking…