Musicians

PEOPLE

Jim Croce was the American folk and rock singer and songwriter who could have had a long and storied career—but his greatness was cut short by one horrific tragedy.

PEOPLE

To the music-loving audience, Glen Campbell was the golden boy of country music. But behind the scenes was a completely different matter.

PEOPLE

Chuck Berry was revered for making rock and roll hits, but he was also infamous for his run-ins with the law. And it all started when he was just a teen.

PEOPLE

Singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen was a gravelly-voiced chaotic genius—and he was no stranger to sadness, betrayal, and seduction.

THINGS

Known for such hit albums as Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here, Pink Floyd was one of history's most impactful rock bands—before being torn down from within.

PEOPLE

As the Who’s ear-splitting bassist, John Entwistle earned the nickname “The Ox”—and fueled a stubborn fixation with going it solo.



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