John Prine: The Last Days and Beautiful Life of an American Original
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His wife, Fiona, son Jody, and others remember a big-hearted genius who championed new artists and made the most of the small things in life
John Prine, One of America’s Greatest Songwriters, Dead at 73
Posted in: Music NewsGrammy-winning singer who combined literary genius with a common touch succumbs to coronavirus complications
Hal Willner, Music Producer and Longtime ‘SNL’ Music Supervisor, Dead at 64
Posted in: Music NewsProducer behind Lou Reed and Marianne Faithfull staged numerous tribute albums and was pivotal in the career of Jeff Buckley
Honor Blackman, James Bond’s Pussy Galore, Dead at 94
Posted in: Movie NewsGoldfinger star also appeared in The Avengers and The Upper Hand
Songs Are Becoming Hits on TikTok Before They’re Even Released
Posted in: Music FeaturesOver the past year, TikTok has been responsible for the rise of several chart-topping hits. Now, artists like Drake are going to the platform to give their singles a very early boost
John Prine: The Secrets Behind His Classic Songs
Posted in: Music FeaturesThe legend opened up about his writing process in a series of deep conversations in recent years. As he battles COVID-19 and his family asks for love and support, here’s a guide to his greatest songs in his own words
Bill Withers: 10 Essential Songs
Posted in: Music FeaturesFrom “Lean on Me” to “Just the Two of Us,” we look back at the R&B legend’s most memorable tracks
Vaughan Mason, Oft-Sampled ‘Bounce, Rock, Skate, Roll’ Funk Artist, Dead at 69
Posted in: Music NewsDaft Punk, a Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul and more sampled producer’s disco-funk tracks
How Tekashi 6ix9ine Got Released Early
Posted in: Music FeaturesDue to the coronavirus outbreak in New York, the controversial rapper walked free this week. An interview with his lawyer and court documents reviewed by Rolling Stone tell the full story
Fountains of Wayne’s Adam Schlesinger Dead at 52 From Coronavirus
Posted in: Music NewsMusician composed extensively for film and TV, including That Thing You Do! and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
