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Yes, even Jewish rock stars and Jews who write Christmas songs. Author’s note: This is my introduction and background of what will be the first in a series of pieces about identity and rock n’ roll ...
In the 1990 hip-hop anthem “Fight the Power,” Chuck D of Public Enemy slammed Elvis Presley. Elvis may have been “a hero to most,” but for the militantly conscious rapper, that “sucker” was a ...
The outfit represents a peak moment in the King of Rock and Roll's career and remains a lasting reminder of the era.
An unexpected Beatles song captures the essence of Elvis Presley perfectly, at least according to Paul McCartney. The Fab Four only met their hero once, at his Bel Air home in 1965, at the height of ...
Eventually, the legendary crooner crossed paths with record producer Sam Phillips, who launched Sun Record Company in 1952. Initially, Phillips wanted the 19-year-old to make demos of songs meant for ...
Iz made the move to the city first. He packed his suitcase and went to lay the foundation of a band. Rattlesnake hide or not, you know that bag was worn and funky, not shiny, like a new Halliburton ...