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How Science—and a Broken Heart—Helped Identify Titanic Bandleader Wallace Hartley's Lost Violin

Bandleader Wallace Hartley clung to his instrument until the end. He was found, but the violin was believed lost for nearly a century.

What's the Difference Between an Opera and a Musical?

Music is important to both, but slightly more important to one of them.

Lost Gustav Holst Music Found in a New Zealand Symphony Archive

"Folk Songs From Somerset" will be performed for the first time in 100 years.

Are You Jimmy Ray?: How a Rockabilly Jam Made Its Way Onto '90s Mainstream Charts

It's been more than two decades since 1998's "Are You Jimmy Ray?"—the one and only hit by gloriously coiffed British pop rocker Jimmy Ray—became one of the more perplexing hits of the '90s.

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Her Other Forte: Comedian Phyllis Diller Was Also a Concert Pianist

She was 53 and one of America's most famous comedians—then she started tickling the ivories in addition to funny bones.

4 Fab Facts About Ringo Starr

In honor of Ringo's big day, here are a few little-known tidbits about the legendary drummer.

Someone Remade the Beastie Boys' 'Sabotage' Video With Muppets

Yes, it’s as amazing as it sounds.

7 Celebrities Who Lost Major Endorsement Deals

Freedom of speech is a right, though it's not always a wise business decision.

Finish These Band Names

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Watch a Rare Video of Nirvana Rocking Out at Radio Shack in 1988

Before Nirvana hit it big, the band gave a rousing performance at their local Radio Shack. In 1988, the band played a set at the electronics store's Aberdeen, Washington outpost, shredding in front of the audio/video section.

The Origins of 6 Great American Songs

"The Star-Spangled Banner" was around for more than 100 years before it became the official national anthem.

An App to Help You Decode the Symphony as You Listen

EnCue sends notes to users' phones during a show.

A Dreamy History of Teen Idol Magazines, Just for YOU!

"See Matt Dillon Eat Pizza!"

15 Fascinating Facts About Pet Sounds

It was The Beatles' <em>Rubber Soul </em>that inspired The Beach Boys to record their groundbreaking album, which then inspired The Beatles to record <em>Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band</em>.

This Song Has Been Playing Since 1999 and Will Keep Going for 1000 Years

The "everlasting symphony" will start over from the beginning on December 31, 2999.

Behold the Floppotron, a Computer Hardware Orchestra

Who knew floppy drives and scanners could rock so hard?

15 Hard-Knock Facts About Annie

The beloved stage-turned-movie musical was released in theaters 35 years ago.

14 Pretty Far Out Facts About Flight of the Conchords

The one-of-a-kind HBO series made its debut 10 years ago.

10 Composer vs. Composer Insults

From Beethoven to Stravinsky, 10 of the classical music world’s most cutting zingers.

20 Fashionable Facts About Miami Vice

If it weren’t for Crockett and Tubbs, no one would have thought to pair a pink T-shirt with an Armani jacket.

What's the Difference Between MP3 and MP4?

We'll sound it out for you.

14 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Broadway Understudies

On Broadway, the show must go on—and understudies are the people who make sure that happens.

Remembering the Gig That Changed the World

The punk era began on June 4, 1976 in Manchester.

11 Facts About 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band'

'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' served as a confirmation that The Beatles were not only alive and well, but still at the forefront of pop music innovation.

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