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Chuck Berry Statue Approved In St. Louis, Despite Controversy

The legendary Chuck Berry was recognized for his contributions to the music industry when he was among the first artists inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. As a pioneer of rock ‘n’ roll, Berry’s influence helped to shape the careers of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan, among many other musicians. And at age 84, the musician continues to be honored for his legacy—in his own hometown....  read more

100 Tasty Bands Combine to Form 50 Tastier Bands

After sifting through the infinite internet, we found it curious how many band names involve food. Then we decided to combine two food-related bands (Iron & Wine, String Cheese Incident) to form an entirely new, even tastier band (Wine & String Cheese). Sometimes they even create a whole new food item (Chocolate Honey Cone)....  read more

Pop Pyrotechnics: Fifteen Fireworks Plus Songs by Which to Explode Them

Happy Fourth of July, America! We don't need to tell you how to celebrate your independence, but...  read more

10 Songs I'm Pretty Sure Are About Masturbation

(Above: Judge Reinhold gets busted by Phoebe Cates in Fast Times at Ridgemont High)  Masturbation. I remember when that was a dirty word. Back in 6th and 7th grade, nobody—and I mean nobody—would cop to doing that shit. Around then, my friend Chris and I had a conversation that went a little something like this:Chris: You know, I read something in this magazine about how like 90 percent of guys in middle school masturbate.Steve: No way, man. I don't believe it.Chris: Well, that's what it said. But you're right, there's no way. [awkward pause] You don't do that, do you?Steve:...  read more

Tracy Morgan to Emcee Fats Domino Benefit Concert in New Orleans

30 Rock co-star Tracy Morgan will emcee a benefit concert later this month, “The Domino Effect,” organized to honor rock/R&B legend Fats Domino and benefit The Brees Dream Foundation, a child-welfare charity. ...  read more

Top 5 Not-So-Thinly-Veiled Sexual References to the Male Genitalia in Classic Blues and R&B

American blues and R&B are infamous for countless reasons, subtlety generally not being one of them. Here are some classic examples, many of which have been ripped off by more than a few longhaired rock 'n' rollers. But I won't mention any names (Robert Plant!). ...  read more

The Story of the 2008 Presidential Election in Song: A Playlist (Part 1)

In honor of this Friday night's presidential debate between John McCain and Barack Obama (the first of three)—and my obsession with politics as full-contact sport—I've compiled the following playlist to tell the story of the 2008 election so far. Whether you're red, blue, independent or other, enjoy.Part I: The Primaries  “Changes” - David Bowie The Thin White Duke sings about what us young (and old) Americans want in Washington this year. ...  read more

Sly Stone, Chuck Berry, more to play Long Beach Blues

With a name like "Long Beach Blues Festival," one can assume that the aforementioned blues festival will be held in Long Beach. And, of course, one would be right. But that doesn't keep it from changing its location inside the city limits...  read more