10 Songs That Celebrate the Sound of Philadelphia
Explore the city’s rich musical history with songs from Patti LaBelle, Alex G, the Roots and more.
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A Sly Stone Primer: 15 Songs (and More) From a Musical Visionary
The Sly & the Family Stone leader is the subject of a new documentary directed by Questlove. Here’s what to know about his brilliant career and crushing addiction.
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The Weeknd Hits No. 1 for a Fifth Time With ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’
Boosted by physical sales and a Grammy performance, the album had the biggest week since Taylor Swift’s huge opening last year.
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The Bangles, One of the Biggest All-Girl Bands, Want to Reclaim Their Legacy
The music industry pushed the group behind hits like “Manic Monday” and “Eternal Flame” hard, then pulled them apart. A new book tells their story.