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Judy Garland’s Hologram Is Going On Tour

It's not just Tupac's thing anymore.

Bob Dylan Confirmed to Have Written Protest Song With Activist Jane Jacobs

"Listen, Robert Moses" protested the planned Lower Manhattan Expressway, which, thanks to Jacobs, was never built.

How a Tape Recorder Mishaps Helped Create Johnny Cash's 'I Walk the Line'

The ghostly reason behind why the classic song sounds the way it does.

The Time Pink Floyd's Giant Inflatable Pig Floated Away

"That's my pig," Roger Waters told Coachella attendees as the inflatable swine drifted off into the desert.

12 Outrageous Facts About Twisted Sister

The shock rockers' "overnight" success was a long time coming.

16 Loud Facts About The Last Waltz

It was a bad night for Neils.

The Time Elvis Bombed in Las Vegas

Before the King was a Vegas mainstay, Elvis had a Sin City stint cut short because he was so poorly received.

Kurt Cobain performing with Nirvana in Amsterdam in 1991.

The Making of Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit"

Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit"—one of the most iconic songs of all time—was released as a single on September 10, 1991.

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Sioux Falls Rock City? Celebrating South Dakota's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Every year, the South Dakota Rock and Roll Music Association Hall of Fame inducts a slate of musicians, DJs, promoters, venues, and instrument stores that, at some time, played a part in the music scene of America’s 46th most populous state.

When Elvis Performed On an Aircraft Carrier

“This is the first time the Hancock is going to rock and roll while still anchored."

10 Facts About The Beatles' "Please Please Me" Album

Released 53 years ago, The Fab Four's debut album was recorded in less than 13 hours.

When Lou Reed Was Deemed Too Punk For London

Thirty-nine years ago, Lou Reed had a string of shows cancelled because of a few rowdy Brits.

10 Folk Facts About Bob Dylan's First Album

It was known as a flop.

25 Things You Should Know About Vienna

14. Get your waltz on at one of the more than 450 balls taking place in the Austrian city annually.

The Time the Supreme Court Ruled in Favor of 2 Live Crew

Despite the fact that the Crew had grabbed headlines for their raunchy music, this case was purely based on copyright and not obscenity.

Today in 1960, Elvis Concluded His Army Service (Video)

The press started with: "Did you get the black-eyed peas when you got home?"

Sister Rosetta Tharpe: The Gospel Singer Who Became the Godmother of Rock 'n' Roll

Sister Rosetta Tharpe was a true rock star long before Elvis Presley or Chuck Berry hit the stage.

Tulsa, Oklahoma Is Now Home to a Massive Bob Dylan Archive

The George Kaiser Family Foundation and the University of Tulsa acquired the collection of more than 6000 works for between $15 and $20 million.

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The Strange Case of Buddy Holly's Final Pair of Glasses

The glasses, damaged from that infamous plane crash, were misplaced and forgotten for 21 years.

When David Bowie Opened For T. Rex (As a Mime)

Bowie's mime routine depicting China’s invasion of Tibet did not go over well.

25 Well-Tuned Facts About Tennessee

10. There have been so many songs written about Tennessee, the Volunteer State has 10 official compositions.

You Can Now Visit Jimi Hendrix’s London Flat

Take a trip back to 1969.

Who Was Buddy Holly's "Peggy Sue"?

Though it’s one of Buddy Holly’s most famous tunes now, “Peggy Sue” was almost an entirely different song.

10 Legendary Rock and Jazz Guitars You Can Own

Robert Blake's guitar from 'In Cold Blood' is just one of the rare instruments heading to auction.

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