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Joni Mitchell was a surprise performer at the Hollywood Bowl concert honoring the late jazz great Wayne Shorter on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, in Los Angeles. Pianist Herbie Hancock, left, hosted the evening and was a consistent standout among the nearly 20 musicians who performed. The lineup included guitarist and singer Lionel Loueke, right. CREDIT: George Varga/San Diego Union-Tribune/TNS).
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Joni Mitchell Live on the Grammys Telecast

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English Rock Band The Beatles, from left Paul McCartney, George Harrison, John Lennon, Ringo Starr performing on the Television Variety Series, "The Ed Sullivan Show", New York City, New York, USA, Bernard Gotfryd, February 1964. Article: The Beatles and Boomers
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The Beatles, Boomers, and The Ed Sullivan Show

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A senior man learning to play a violin
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5 Reasons to Consider Renting a Violin Before Buying

November 15, 2023
The line up for today's Gary Puckett and the Union Gap. Woody Lingle, Gary Puckett, Jamie Hilboldt, and Mike Candito (L to R) - provided by Gary Puckett
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Gary Puckett Is Still ‘Happy Together’

His powerful voice still delights fans

By Nick Thomas | August 2, 2023
Frank Sinatra and Frank Zappa sketches, for music quiz
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‘Let’s Be Frank’ Music Quiz

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Donny Osmond in Las Vegas Show. Photo by Denise Truscello.
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Donny Osmond May Be Coming to a Town Near You

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By Nick Thomas | June 12, 2023
English Rock Band The Beatles, from left Paul McCartney, George Harrison, John Lennon, Ringo Starr performing on the Television Variety Series, "The Ed Sullivan Show", New York City, New York, USA, Bernard Gotfryd, February 1964. Article: The Beatles and Boomers
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Gary Lewis & the Playboys, 1996, by Kenneth Dwain Harrelson
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Gary Lewis & the Playboys Today

Still bringing back music of the ’60s

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1950s style jukebox Stefano Ember. For article on musician deaths, the memories and feelings they stir
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No More New Music

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Album cover art of Jimi Hendrix with article title, "Who Killed the Guitar God?" from Karl Ferris. Album designer Karl Ferris and writer David Comfort teamed up to solve the mystery of Jimi Hendrix's death, using new revelations.
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Who Killed the Guitar God?

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