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The Everly Brothers through the years
Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers dies at 74

Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers dies at 74

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Questlove writes a 'Soul Train' book

Questlove writes a 'Soul Train' book

Wide lapels and afros. Metallic jumpsuits and headbands. Baggy pants and fades. The weekly dance and music show "Soul Train" had it all over its 37-...

Listen: Pixies offer more cowbell in grungy 'Blue Eyed Hexe'

Listen: Pixies offer more cowbell in grungy 'Blue Eyed Hexe'

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Justin Timberlake, Robin Thicke post 2013's top-selling album, single

Justin Timberlake, Robin Thicke post 2013's top-selling album, single

Justin Timberlake scored the top-selling album of 2013 with his “The 20/20 Experience” and Robin Thicke ruled the singles chart with the...

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Rick Ross may legally remain Rick Ross, says California appeals judge

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Music industry watches for potential 'Inside Llewyn Davis' effect

Music industry watches for potential 'Inside Llewyn Davis' effect

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Mammoth Eagles 'Hotel California' vinyl LP replica on Forum roof

Mammoth Eagles 'Hotel California' vinyl LP replica on Forum roof

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NASA families object to Beyonce's use of Challenger recordings

NASA families object to Beyonce's use of Challenger recordings

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Bon Jovi dominates Pollstar's concert tour list

Bon Jovi dominates Pollstar's concert tour list

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Where to get your EDM groove on for New Year's in Los Angeles

Where to get your EDM groove on for New Year's in Los Angeles

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School of Seven Bells' Benjamin Curtis dies at 35

School of Seven Bells' Benjamin Curtis dies at 35

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Ani DiFranco cancels workshop to be held at Nottoway Plantation

Ani DiFranco cancels workshop to be held at Nottoway Plantation

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Drake posts unreleased track 'Trophies'

Drake posts unreleased track 'Trophies'

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Top pop music moments of 2013: Kanye on 'SNL,' Lorde, more

Top pop music moments of 2013: Kanye on 'SNL,' Lorde, more

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Beyonce and Kanye West lead Times top albums of 2013 list

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Pussy Riot members to shift from music to human rights activism

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It's the music that moves 'Inside Llewyn Davis'

It's the music that moves 'Inside Llewyn Davis'

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Beyonce holds onto No. 1 spot on Billboard album chart

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