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The latest — and fourth — installment in the series of Halloween-themed super-deluxe Zappa sets features the full, nearly four-hour October 31, 1978 concert, which Zappa himself called ‘The Big One!’ ...

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From Hendrix’s feedback to Tom Verlaine’s angular lines, these 15 iconic guitarists crafted unique tones, phrasing, and ...

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To celebrate the Welsh actor's centenary this November, Mark Rees went in search of the Switzerland the stage and screen star ...

Image courtesy of UMe / Provided with permission. The holiday season has begun, and music lovers have some tasty choices ...

Sinatra’s My Way almost didn’t happen, but when it released in 1969, it became his signature song, and he famously performed ...

Philip K. Dick is one of the most influential and lauded sci-fi writers, with his best works including Do Androids Dream of ...

Facial hair has the power to completely transform a man's look, highlighting features, adding definition, and expressing personality. But not all styles are created equal. Some enhance your face and ...

From Satie to Sun Ra, we salute 13 musicians who defiantly did things their own way - and left music all the richer for it ...