What Happened To Cass Elliot's Daughter?
Mama Cass Elliot of The Mamas and the Papas had a daughter, but Cass never named the father before her death. Here's what happened to Owen Elliot-Kugell.
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Classic Rock Lyrics No One Can Explain
Many classic rock artists wrote zany lyrics, which sometimes become so obscure and over-the-top that even the most diehard fans can't decipher their meaning.
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Songs That Were Based On Real-Life Crimes
Murder ballads have been around for centuries, and the tradition continues to this day. Here are 14 songs inspired by chilling, real-life crimes.
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The Untold History Of Swing Music
Swing music grew out of big-band jazz music and inspired a dance craze in the process.
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Cheech & Chong's Basketball Jones Included Some Major Names In Music
Cheech & Chong were a comedy duo in the '70s with numerous films under their belt. And, their song "Basketball Jones" featured some stellar musicians.
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Steven Van Zandt Credits This Band For Keeping Him From Becoming A Gangster
Musician and actor Steven Van Zandt rose to fame as a co-founder of the E Street Band. He credits one band for pursuing music instead of being a gangster.
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The Importance Of Marian Anderson's 1939 Lincoln Memorial Concert
Not everyone opposed Jim Crow with direct civil disobedience. Some, including Marian Anderson, affected change by following their passions in other areas.
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The Bizarre History Of Bluegrass Music
Known for its fast pace and joyous sound, bluegrass music actually explores dark, serious themes and without industrial changes, it may not even have been born.
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Olivia Newton-John's Smash Hit Was Originally Meant For A Hard Rocker
Ranked as one of the sexiest songs of all time, Olivia Newton-John's racy 1981 hit, "Physical," was originally intended for a musician with a different sound.
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How Chuck Berry Inspired One Of Bruce Springsteen's Greatest Songs
Though they differ lyrically and musically, Bruce Springsteen and Chuck Berry wrote songs with the same name that dealt with the promise of the American dream.
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Paul McCartney's Grandson Looks Just Like The Famous Musician
Paul McCartney's Grandson, Arthur, looks just like the famous musician, especially from his early Beatle Days.
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Italy's Museum Of Abandonment Sits As A Reminder Of Its Failed Fascist Past
A slew of historically significant locations serves as Italy's Museum of Abandonment — an experimental museum where visitors can walk through Italy's history.
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The True Stories Behind These Metallica Songs
When you think of metal music, a few key influential bands immediately come to mind. Judas Priest. Motörhead. Iron Maiden. And, of course, Metallica.
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Every Member Of Ghost Explained
Ghost is not just a metal band. They are an entire phantasmagoria, haunted by the lore and rumors dreamed up by their lead singer and mastermind, Tobias Forge.
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How Sam Cooke Inspired One Of Smokey Robinson's Most Well-Known Songs
It's likely that every American soul singer has in some way been inspired by Sam Cooke — and Smokey Robinson is no exception.
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The Inspiration Behind These Popular Santana Songs
Carlos Santana is a legend, with his distinctive guitar sound and musical collaborations his calling card. Here are some of the inspirations behind his songs.
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Kurt Cobain Hated The Lyrics From Two Of The Biggest Rock Bands Of All Time
Nirvana's Kurt Cobain was apparently disdainful toward the lyrics of at least two 1970s rock heavyweights. Here's why.
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The Truth And Myth Behind The 1937 Death Of Bessie Smith
Bessie Smith, a pioneer blues singer, is remembered for her powerful voice and vast musical influence. Here is the truth and myth behind her 1937 death.
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The Truth About Chris Cornell's Relationship With Chester Bennington
When it comes to rockstars, Chris Cornell and Chester Bennington are two of the most epic figures to rise to prominence in the last 30 years.
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Vince McMahon Has A Very Predictable Favorite Band
Watch Vince McMahon in action during any of his WWE events, and it's no stretch to say the man brought a rock music sensibility to pro wrestling.
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Weird Al's 'Trapped In The Drive-Thru' Samples A Band That Once Refused To Work With Him
"Weird Al" Yankovic has been creating his parodies of pop music and culture for decades. Some artists are more cooperative with the effort than others.
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Behind The Two Paul McCartney Songs That Expressed His Unhappiness With John Lennon
Here's the story behind the two songs where Paul McCartney vented out against John Lennon following the Beatles' 1970 breakup.
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What Happened To The Tiger From Michael Jackson's Thriller Album Art?
Michael Jackson is one of the most iconic performers of all time with "Thriller" being the most popular album ever. Here's the story album cover's tiger.
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Titanic's Only Japanese Survivor Was The Grandfather Of An Influential Musician
Masabumi Hosono was a civil servant who survived the sinking of the Titanic and documented it. His grandson would become one of Japan's most iconic musicians.
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Here's Who Inherited Johnny Cash's Wealth After He Died
Famed country singer Johnny Cash had five kids, but how many received his inheritance? There's an interesting story behind this question — let's take a look.
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The Real Meanings Behind These Slipknot Songs
Slipknot has a long history of rocking out with heavy tunes, but what do the songs actually mean?
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The Tragic 1999 Murder Of Funk Legend Roger Troutman Explained
The tragic 1999 killing of funk legend Roger Troutman shocked his family and fans. Here is the murder-suicide, explained.
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