Who Was Whitney Houston's Mother?
Whitney Houston's tragic death in 2012 hasn't stopped the public's respect for her wide-ranging talent, which stemmed in part from her accomplished mother.
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Before David Gilmour, Pink Floyd Tried To Recruit Another Guitar Legend To Join The Band
Pink Floyd has undergone a few lineup changes over the decades. But did you know the iconic band once considered another legend to replace Syd Barrett?
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Nirvana's Debut Album Cost Less Than $700 To Produce
Nirvana's debut album, the predecessor to "Bleach," cost less than $700 to produce
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What All Of Mick Jagger's Former Bandmates Have Said About Him
Mick Jagger has been a rock legend since the 1960s, and his legacy grows on. His collaborations are also the stuff of legend, as many artists attest.
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The Science Of Why Loud Music Is Linked To Increased Alcohol Consumption
People tend to drink more alcohol when there's loud music, according to science, but why? Here's why loud music is linked to alcochol consumption.
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These Three Early Rock Pioneers Made Up The Majority Of The Beatles' Cover Songs
Here are the three 1950s rock icons who rank among the acts most frequently covered by The Beatles.
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Why Do Songs In Minor Keys Sound Sad To Us?
Music is powerful stuff, whether it originates with a bird call or something created by human action, but regardless of the source, it can evoke emotion.
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Christine McVie's Career In Classical Music Ended After Discovering Fats Domino
Even as Fleetwood Mac's style has defied categorization, Christine McVie always cited Fats Domino as an influential figure in her unique musical style.
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Sammy Hagar's Thoughts On The Band's Relationship With Alex Van Halen
Van Halen is one of the most influential rock bands, but Sammy Hagar has some interesting views on the band's current relationship with drummer Alex Van Halen.
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Why Seal Hasn't Released An Album In Years
The singer Seal had a couple of huge hits in the early 90s. Here's why he hasn't released an album in years.
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Musicians Who've Tragically Lost Children
No parent should have to bury a child, but unfortunately, a large number of musicians have had to. Here are some musicians who've tragically lost children.
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Can Playing Music For Plants Really Have An Effect On Their Growth?
Plants love and need to be cared for. But in addition to watering, pruning, and trimming plants, should we consider playing music to them as well?
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This Is Widely Considered To Be The First Musical Performed On Broadway
The origins of the first Broadway musical is a matter of some debate. There is one production, however, that its widely considered to be the first.
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How Ronnie Van Zant And Neil Young's Feud Led To An Iconic Classic Rock Song
Lynyrd Skynyrd's Ronnie Van Zant and Neil Young famously feuded in the lyrics of their songs. But how deep was their musical rivalry, really?
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Why Music Theorists Say The Banjo Can Never Sound Sad
To say that a particular musical instrument belongs to only one genre defies creativity, but saying an instrument only plays one musical emotion?
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This Was North Korea's Only Death Metal Band
However, it seems like a few North Koreans might have slipped through the musical cracks of such a crushing lack of freedom.
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Tom Petty's Estate Won't Back Down From Going After People Who Use His Music
Tom Petty's songs are used in a variety of circumstances, but Petty won't back down from going after people who use them illegally.
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Musicians Who've Died In 2022
A number of acclaimed musicians, including Jerry Lee Lewis, Coolio, and Taylor Hawkins, have died in 2022. Let's explore their lives, careers, and legacies.
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The Science Behind The Songs That Get Stuck In Your Head
For whatever reason, it seems to happen to just about everybody: that one song, or even a snippet, that gets stuck in the brain and does not want to leave.
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What Most Bands Do After A Concert
What really happens backstage after the house lights come on? Let's take a deeper look at what most bands do after a concert.
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Astronaut Chris Hadfield Recorded An Album That Was Literally Out Of This World
Canadian astronaut and musician Chris Hadfield has had quite a career — but nothing quite beats the time he recorded most of an album in space.
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The Sad Story Behind Neil And Pegi Young's Marriage
Neil Young met Margaret "Pegi" Morton in 1974 while she was working as a waitress at a restaurant near his ranch. Here's the sad story of their marriage.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Third Eye Blind
After their electrifying self-titled debut in 1997, Third Eye Blind hit a rocky road of tensions, lawsuits, and disruptive personnel changes.
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The Reason Eminem Sued Universal Music
Eminem, actual name Marshall Mathers, is no stranger to controversy — or the courtroom, for that matter. Here's the reason he sued Universal Music.
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Who Is The Woman On The Cover Of Black Sabbath's Landmark Album?
The 1970 release of Black Sabbath's debut album changed the music industry forever. So who is the woman on the cover of the group's landmark album?
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How The British Navy Used Britney Spears Music As A Scare Tactic Against Pirates
Britney Spears music is often used by the British Navy to deter Somali pirates, since the pirates hate the sound of Western music.
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The San Francisco Church Named After Jazz Legend John Coltrane
At its best, music, of all kinds, is often cited as a transcendent art form, lifting the listener out of the ordinary and into the spiritual realm.
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