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Creative life after death − or yes, you can control spinoffs from beyond the grave

Michael Crichton, the creator of “ER” and author of “Jurassic Park,” died in 2008. So why is his estate suing Warner Bros. now?

The Conversation

Slay: The evolution of drag anthems

As we honor Pride, let's delve into the rich history of music that has uplifted he drag community over the decades

Salon

"The Beatles happened, and it became the thing to be in a beat group": Classic Charlie Watts interview

His heroes, the first recording session, jazz, and what made the Rolling Stones the best - "We swung, a lot"

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“A Whiter Shade Of Pale hit people’s ears and rang some sort of bell… it’s always been a great mystery why it did that”: The life and times of Gary Brooker

Procol Harum singer’s first-ever song was one of the biggest hits imaginable, but he enjoyed many more career highs with and without the band that made his name

Louder

“I fired Hendrix. He was a damn good guitar player, but the guy was never on time”: Rare pre-fame Jimi Hendrix recording from his short stint as Little Richard's guitarist is now up for auction

The recording is a rare glimpse of pre-fame Jimi Hendrix's guitar skills when he was still in Little Richard's backing band

Guitar World

Pop! goes the curriculum: songs to inspire primary school children

Keir Starmer is on a personal mission to promote music to the under-11s. From rock’n’roll to Jonathan Richman, our writers suggest songs for an alternative schooling

The Guardian - UK

“I chipped my tooth – my mom was so mad at me!” John 5 says playing a Jimi Hendrix-inspired version of Star Spangled Banner with his teeth as a kid led to a dental mishap – and shows he can still nail the tooth-picked tune

The Mötley Crüe member has appeared guitar in hand (and mouth) on the Howard Stern Show to demonstrate AC/DC, Queen and Rush riffs

Guitar World

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“He wasn’t taken seriously on the London scene because he was into mime and he wasn’t a total hippy”: the turbulent story of David Bowie’s early years

Even superstars have to begin somewhere – and for the young David Bowie it was with a string of flop 1960s singles and a bizarre appearance on the BBC

Louder

Legendary Music Documentaries of 2023: Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and More!

Discover the best music documentaries of 2023, from Beyoncé's behind-the-scenes tour film to deep dives into indie rock collectives and iconic artists. Get...

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AP's top music documentaries of 2023: Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, WHAM! and more — and where to watch

Looking for something to watch this holiday season

The Independent UK

Chandler Bing pyjamas, a Shrigley frisbee and Bowie’s scarf: it’s the arts Christmas gift guide 2023

A Bear apron, a Van Gogh vase, a reversible Frida Kahlo jacket, a Britney death metal T-shirt … here, curated by our arts team, are 30 fabulous festive suggestions for the culture vulture in your life

The Guardian - UK

5 best movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Max, Prime Video and more (Nov. 25-26)

Not sure what to watch this weekend? Oppenheimer, Evil Dead Rise, Good Burger 2 and more great movie night hits arrive on streaming.

Tom’s Guide

What to stream this week: 'Oppenheimer,' Adam Sandler as a lizard and celebs dance to Taylor Swift

This week’s new entertainment releases include Adam Sandler playing a 74-year-old elementary class lizard in the latest Netflix animation offering “Leo” and “Oppenheimer” finally arriving on home screens

The Independent UK

Shannon Sharpe’s makeup had First Take fans making ‘Little Richard’ jokes and mortuary memes

Shannon, please. You're scaring the viewers.

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Summer of Soul to Little Richard: I Am Everything – the seven best films to watch on TV this week

Forget Woodstock! Questlove’s gobsmacking documentary shows the true greatest festival of 1969. Plus, an eye-opening film about a rock’n’roll legend

Metal Hammer

"There definitely will be an end, but I don’t see it any time right now." Rumours of Sevendust's demise have been greatly exaggerated:

Sevendust frontman Lajon Witherspoon answers questions on zombies, Woodstock 99, Beyoncé and why he's proud to be nu metal

Guitar World

Keith Richards and Eric Clapton worshipped her solos, and Elvis idolized her sound: how Sister Rosetta Tharpe became an electric guitar trailblazer

The story of the Gibson-toting guitarist who lit the fire on a six-string revolution that paved the way for rock ’n’ roll

Louder

Prog's Tracks Of The Week: new music from Voivod, Southern Empire and more

Cool new prog music from Suns Of The Tundra, Davey Johnstone, Matteo Mancuso and more...

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That time Little Richard reprimanded Jimi Hendrix for his guitar showmanship: “Don’t you ever play your f**king guitar behind your head again!”

Graham Nash recalls seeing the rock ‘n’ roll icon dress down the guitarist post-show

MusicRadar

Graham Nash recalls a furious Little Richard lambasting Jimi Hendrix after the young guitarist upstaged the rock ’n’ roll godfather

It would take something for any backing player to steal Little Richard's thunder but then this was Jimi Hendrix...

Daily Mirror

Star of Channel 4 documentary Skint found dead in shed after taking fatal mix of drugs

Richard Finn, who starred in the controversial documentary Skint, was found dead in a shed where he had been sleeping rough after taking a fatal mix of drugs, an inquest has heard

The Guardian - UK

Little Richard: I Am Everything review – thrilling documentary about the rock’n’roll pioneer

Lisa Cortés’s richly enjoyable film examines the alter egos and queer theories surrounding a conflicted star who was way ahead of his time

The Guardian - UK

Little Richard: I Am Everything review – irresistible tribute to a rock’n’roll genius

Documentary about the trailblazing musician who influenced stars from the Beatles to Bowie also looks back at the artists who inspired him

Evening Standard

Little Richard: the real story of a revolutionary music icon – ‘It’s hard to fathom his bravery’

‘This is about the erasure of Little Richard, and correcting that,’ says director Lisa Cortés

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: Ringo Starr and Nile Rodgers celebrate Little Richard

Keith Richards also stars in this brilliant documentary. Plus: will we ever find out who bumped off Alan Conway in Magpie Murders? Here’s everything to watch this evening

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