Despite his reputation as a feel-good songwriter, the story of Irving Berlin is not for the faint of heart.
Keith Richards wanted Steve Marriott to join the Rolling Stones—but Mick Jagger rejected the iconic musician for an absurd reason.
Billy Joel turned everyday American stories into timeless songs that still resonate across generations.
Pigpen McKernan is best known as the boozing, stinking founding member of the Grateful Dead—but few knew his compassionate side.
Rock and roll has always had a rebellious heart, but classic rockstar Jim Morrison was one of the first to push the limits of what audiences would tolerate—and he did it over and over again until his flame burned out bright.
Perry Como wasn’t like his Hollywood contemporaries. He stayed married to the same woman for 65 years—and when she died, the aftermath was heartbreaking.
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