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News and reviews about music, concerts, events, technology and more by Stephen K. Peeples.

Spotlight Q&A with Domino Bobby Whitlock, Pt. 1: Intro & Stax

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Derek & The Dominos' "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs" sessions at Criteria Studios in North Miami August 26-October...

Flashback, Spring 1969: McDonald’s Mania & High School Senioritis

Just found a paycheck stub from spring 1969 from my second McDonald's job in the Los Angeles area, opening the gates to a flood...
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Russ Les Paul Jr. Spotlight Q&A at Julien’s

URL SlugThe Les Paul Estate, the Les Paul Foundation, and Russ Les Paul Jr. tied in with Julien’s Auctions in downtown Beverly Hills on...
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Nokie Edwards Memorial a Fond Farewell to Ventures Guitar Hero

Pastor Andre Veluzat and his son Pastor Paul Veluzat hosted a memorial for Nokie Edwards, legendary lead guitarist with The Ventures, Rock 'n' Roll...
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Beatles’ ‘Abbey Road’ 50th Anniversary Editions Out Sept. 27

London – As widely anticipated by Beatles fans worldwide, special 50th-anniversary editions of the band's "Abbey Road" album, newly mixed by Giles Martin and...
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Walk of Western Stars Honors Andre & Renaud Veluzat, Bo Hopkins

Capping the 2017 Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival, the city of Santa Clarita honored celebrated character actor Bo Hopkins and Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studios...
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‘Layla’ at 50: New Vinyl Box Set; Inside the Sessions with Domino Bobby Whitlock

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Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Derek & The Dominos' epic "Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs" album, UMe/Polydor will release a new edition as...
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Jimi Hendrix ‘Voodoo Child’ Bio: Kubernik Brothers Q&A

EXP ANNOUNCER: We interrupt our regular programming with a special announcement regarding a new book about Jimi Hendrix whose authors offer a fresh perspective...