This was a phenomenally generous year; one of turning points for rock and so much else. I return to it with something more than nostalgia. With gratitude.

American Woman made Lenny Kravitz a star but his most beautiful song is a quiet acoustic tribute written for his mother.

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Thanksgiving is all about celebrating the simple joys in life: family, friends, food, and even football. Gathering around the table to enjoy seasonal dishes with the people we love the most has humble ...

Neil Young was born in Toronto on Nov. 12, 1945. Over his career, he has been known as a lot of things: a folk hero; a rock icon; an innovative guitarist; a filmmaker; a political and environmental ...

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