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John Densmore Calls Ray Manzarek His "Musical Brother"
The Doors' drummer John Densmore is remembering the band's late keyboardist Ray Manzarek as a gifted musician who was essential to the group. He says in a Facebook post, that "there was no keyboard player on the planet more appropriate to support Jim Morrison's words."
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Beatles Guitar Fetches Over 400-Thousand At Weekend Auction
A rare piece of Beatles memorabilia now has a new owner. A VOX guitar once played by both John Lennon and George Harrison went up for sale at Julien's Auctions' "Music Icons" sale over the weekend.
Tunesmith Alan O'Day Dies At 72
A singer-songwriter who scored the 1977 number one pop hit "Undercover Angel" has died. "The Hollywood Reporter" says Alan O'Day passed away Friday at his home in Westwood, California home from cancer. He was 72.
Ozzy, Sharon Make First Public Appearances Together Since Estrangement
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne appear to be making progress in reconciling their relationship.
Paul Stanley On Rock Hall Members, KISS' Chances For Induction
KISS' Paul Stanley doesn't hold out much hope of his band ever getting inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The rocker tells "The Huffington Post" the group's chances depend on "who lives longer" -- them or Rock Hall co-founder Jann Wenner, who has been accused of being biased against KISS.
Frankie Valli, Aretha Perform With Finalists On "Idol" Finale
A couple of idols from the '60s are sharing their talent with "American Idol." Frankie Valli and Aretha Franklin were among the guest performers on Thursday's season finale of the the Fox reality show.
Dylan Skips American Academy Of Arts And Letters Ceremony, Sends Statement
Bob Dylan is now officially in the American Academy of Arts and Letters. The legendary singer-songwriter was voted in as an honorary member earlier this year, becoming the first rocker to be welcomed into the 115-year-old organization.
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