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Chris Stamey’s Homage to the New York Music Scene of the ’70s

Chris Stamey’s Homage to the New York Music Scene of the ’70s

A Spy In The House of Loud works best on quiet stages, taking singular trips down clearly paved roads with definite endings.

Pathway to Paris Benefit Draws Attention to “1,000 Cities” Project

Pathway to Paris Benefit Draws Attention to “1,000 Cities” Project

With the aid of Patti Smith, Joan Baez, Michael Stipe and more, Pathway to Paris raised awareness of climate change and their "1,000 Cities" initiative at Carnegie Hall.

Brace Yourself: An Interview With Allen Thompson

Brace Yourself: An Interview With Allen Thompson

Two members of Allen Thompson's band broke their backs last year. Brace yourself for their new sound.
R.E.M.: Complete Rarities – Warner Bros. 1988-2011

R.E.M.: Complete Rarities – Warner Bros. 1988-2011

R.E.M. finally follow up Dead Letter Office with the orphaned Warner Bros. tracks. Prepared to be overwhelmed.
R.E.M.: Complete Rarities – I.R.S. 1982-1987

R.E.M.: Complete Rarities – I.R.S. 1982-1987

The legendary band allocates the oddities of their underdog years, shining a light on the scrappier side of R.E.M.

‘R.E.M.: Live from Austin, TX’ May Not Be History in the Making, but It’s Certainly Entertaining

20 Questions: Vic Chesnutt

Patti Smith: Dream of Life

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