Tragic Details About The Mamas And The Papas
The Mamas and the Papas put the "flower" in "flower power." But things were dark behind the scenes. These are some tragic details about The Mamas and the Papas.
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Here's Who Inherited Doris Day's Money After She Died
Doris Day's bright smile, acting talent, and singing voice made her an icon of entertainment. Here is who inherited her money following her 2019 death.
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What Happened To Cass Elliot's Daughter?
Mama Cass Elliot of The Mamas and the Papas had a daughter, but Cass never named the father before her death. Here's what happened to Owen Elliot-Kugell.
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Classic Rock Lyrics No One Can Explain
Many classic rock artists wrote zany lyrics, which sometimes become so obscure and over-the-top that even the most diehard fans can't decipher their meaning.
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Songs That Were Based On Real-Life Crimes
Murder ballads have been around for centuries, and the tradition continues to this day. Here are 14 songs inspired by chilling, real-life crimes.
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The Untold History Of Swing Music
Swing music grew out of big-band jazz music and inspired a dance craze in the process.
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The Truth About Whitney Houston And Bobby Brown's Relationship
Whitney Houston's relationship with singer and New Edition frontman Bobby Brown was filled with drug use, abuse, and controversy.
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Steven Van Zandt Credits This Band For Keeping Him From Becoming A Gangster
Musician and actor Steven Van Zandt rose to fame as a co-founder of the E Street Band. He credits one band for pursuing music instead of being a gangster.
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What Was The First Major League Baseball Team To Use Organ Music?
The organ is a staple of the background music of many major league baseball stadiums. This was the first baseball team to entertain fans with organ music.
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The Importance Of Marian Anderson's 1939 Lincoln Memorial Concert
Not everyone opposed Jim Crow with direct civil disobedience. Some, including Marian Anderson, affected change by following their passions in other areas.
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The Bizarre History Of Bluegrass Music
Known for its fast pace and joyous sound, bluegrass music actually explores dark, serious themes and without industrial changes, it may not even have been born.
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Olivia Newton-John's Smash Hit Was Originally Meant For A Hard Rocker
Ranked as one of the sexiest songs of all time, Olivia Newton-John's racy 1981 hit, "Physical," was originally intended for a musician with a different sound.
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How Chuck Berry Inspired One Of Bruce Springsteen's Greatest Songs
Though they differ lyrically and musically, Bruce Springsteen and Chuck Berry wrote songs with the same name that dealt with the promise of the American dream.
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Italy's Museum Of Abandonment Sits As A Reminder Of Its Failed Fascist Past
A slew of historically significant locations serves as Italy's Museum of Abandonment — an experimental museum where visitors can walk through Italy's history.
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The Truth About James Taylor's Wife Caroline Smedvig
James Taylor's had a well-publicized marriage to musician Carly Simon, but his current wife is Caroline Smedvig. Here's the story behind their relationship.
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The True Stories Behind These Metallica Songs
When you think of metal music, a few key influential bands immediately come to mind. Judas Priest. Motörhead. Iron Maiden. And, of course, Metallica.
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Every Member Of Ghost Explained
Ghost is not just a metal band. They are an entire phantasmagoria, haunted by the lore and rumors dreamed up by their lead singer and mastermind, Tobias Forge.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Joan Jett
Joan Jett's first music teacher told her girls couldn't play rock and roll. Her first solo album was rejected by 23 record labels. None of that stopped her.
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How Sam Cooke Inspired One Of Smokey Robinson's Most Well-Known Songs
It's likely that every American soul singer has in some way been inspired by Sam Cooke — and Smokey Robinson is no exception.
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Kurt Cobain Hated The Lyrics From Two Of The Biggest Rock Bands Of All Time
Nirvana's Kurt Cobain was apparently disdainful toward the lyrics of at least two 1970s rock heavyweights. Here's why.
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Here's Who Inherited Selena's Money After She Died
Selena Quintanilla Pérez, the crossover Tejano music superstar, was murdered by a fan, age 23. Conflict continues for control of her story and artistic legacy.
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The Truth And Myth Behind The 1937 Death Of Bessie Smith
Bessie Smith, a pioneer blues singer, is remembered for her powerful voice and vast musical influence. Here is the truth and myth behind her 1937 death.
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The Truth About Chris Cornell's Relationship With Chester Bennington
When it comes to rockstars, Chris Cornell and Chester Bennington are two of the most epic figures to rise to prominence in the last 30 years.
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Vince McMahon Has A Very Predictable Favorite Band
Watch Vince McMahon in action during any of his WWE events, and it's no stretch to say the man brought a rock music sensibility to pro wrestling.
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Weird Al's 'Trapped In The Drive-Thru' Samples A Band That Once Refused To Work With Him
"Weird Al" Yankovic has been creating his parodies of pop music and culture for decades. Some artists are more cooperative with the effort than others.
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Behind The Two Paul McCartney Songs That Expressed His Unhappiness With John Lennon
Here's the story behind the two songs where Paul McCartney vented out against John Lennon following the Beatles' 1970 breakup.
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