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There's Too Many Movies About Musicians
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Playlist Help: Scritti Politti & Prefab Sprout
Helping readers craft the perfect playlist one song at a time
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The DIY Pop Star: A Conversation with Bonnie McKee
After decades writing hits for Katy Perry, Taio Cruz, and Kesha, Bonnie McKee decided to spend more time on her own music.
Mar 30
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How Many Artists Did The Beatles Kill?
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The Greatest Two-Hit Wonders
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14 Issues in Music That Don't Get Enough Attention
Jun 13, 2024
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tHiS is a p0$t ABOUT Song t!tl3s
Sep 7, 2023
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You Don't Really Miss Blockbuster
Feb 1, 2024
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Did Frank Sinatra Really Perform at My Grandma's High School?
Sep 5, 2024
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Revisiting the Death of the Key Change
I look back on the piece that made me "famous" to see if anything has changed
Mar 27
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When Did We Stop Using Saxophones in Pop Songs? Mailbag
This month we dive into questions about songs named after people, rappers working in odd time signatures, and so much more.
Mar 23
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The Greatest Two-Hit Wonders
Sometimes one hit isn't enough
Mar 20
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The Eternal Life of the Original Rock Palace: A Conversation with Stefanie May
Stefanie May, the marketing director of the famed Capitol Theatre, sat down for a conversation about all things live music.
Mar 16
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I'm All Lost in the Supermarket
I can no longer shop happily
Mar 13
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Conan Does a Dance, Sony Bets on AI, and Spotify's Recount: Link Drop
The news, podcasts, albums, and ephemera that I've enjoyed in the last month.
Mar 9
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Conan Does a Dance, Sony Bets on AI, and Spotify's Recount: Link Drop
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Is Old Music Eating New Music?
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Mar 6
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