The Clapton Chronicles: EC Talks Recovery
If there is a Mount Rushmore for rock guitar, Eric Clapton is on it. He has won 18 Grammy Awards and is the only triple inductee in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. But…
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Women Cover the Beatles: 5 Prime Cuts from the 1970s
It is easy to understand why the Beatles are such an attractive option for other artists to cover. Generally speaking, their songs are complex but not overly complicated. Their lyrics, almost seamlessly brilliant, are witty,…
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The Clapton Chronicles: Eric Clapton Discusses Addiction
Eric Clapton is one of the most influential artists in the history of music. He is also one of the luckiest. Not because of his remarkable talent or incredible success. No, he is lucky just…
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“Jolene”: A Tale of Two Covers
Few songs capture the essence of despair. “Jolene” is one of them. Written by the incomparable Dolly Parton, the tune represents perhaps the ultimate anthem of self-doubt; emotions that are relatable regardless of sex, age…
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A Superstar Speaks: Conway Twitty in his Own Words
Harold Lloyd Jenkins was destined for stardom. Born in 1933, the Arkansas teenager was a standout baseball prospect. As a high school senior, he hit .450 and was offered a contract by the Philadelphia Phillies….
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Covering Hank Williams: 5 Late Classics
There are several eternal influencers in the lifeblood of Country music. None more important than Hank Williams. He lived only a short time, but the impact of his songs will never die. As Paul Simon…
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From Pitcher to Picker: “Waino” Talks Music
It didn’t take long for former Major League pitcher Adam Wainwright to find his second act in life. A stalwart for the St. Louis Cardinals, “Waino” compiled an incredible career that includes 200 wins, three…
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Country Cuts: 5 Fun Tunes with “Memphis” in the Title
If America has a sound, it was born in Memphis. As the largest city on the Mississippi River, Memphis, Tennessee is not only the convergence of commerce but the confluence of cultures. Musically speaking, it…
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Jelly Roll Discusses Success and Stereotypes
Five years ago, the recording artist known as Jelly Roll was nowhere to be found on the national scene. Now, the guy is everywhere. But to hear him tell it, he is lucky to be…
