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50 Years Ago: Bob Seger Digs Deep on Underrated ‘Back in ’72’
How could something this awesome escape the attention of a wider audience? Because he hates it.

Def Leppard’s ‘Pyromania’ at 40: The Story Behind Every Song
These tracks changed the game for hard rock in 1983.

What a Wonderful Soundtrack: The Music of ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’
Companion to the Robin Williams film is a great snapshot of mid-'60s radio.

Cranberries’ Dolores O’Riordan Died by Drowning, Coroner Reports
Alcohol intoxication to blame for singer's death.

Paul Simon Says He’s ‘Finished’ Writing Music
Singer-songwriter says he feels "like a switch clicked" after writing his last song.

Lynyrd Skynyrd Lineup Changes: A Complete Guide
A look through all 18 lineups of the world's greatest Southern rock band.

Rock’s Most Repetitive Songs Rock’s Most Repetitive Songs
Are these repetitive songs powerful or annoying? You be the judge.

John Lennon’s ‘Imagine’ Gets Six-Disc Deluxe Box Set
Rare mixes highlight four-CD, two-Blu-ray box.

How You Can Reassemble Steve Perry’s Lost ‘Against the Wall’ LP
Compile your own version of his shelved second record.

Watch Tom Petty’s New ‘You and Me’ Fan-Sourced Video
Fan-shot pictures and video highlight moving alternate version of 'The Last DJ' cut.

Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Former Guitarist Ed King Dies
The longtime Lynyrd Skynyrd member was 68.

Steven Tyler to Trump: ‘Stop Playing Aerosmith Music at Your Rallies’
Calls out use of 'Livin' on the Edge' at West Virginia rally.