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Month: March 2024

THE STORY BEHIND THE SONG: «Tears of the Dragon» by Bruce Dickinson

30 March 2024 SB 0

In 1993, Bruce Dickinson announced his departure from Iron Maiden. His decision to leave the band was a shock to everyone involved, from bandmates to […]

THE STORY BEHIND THE SONG: «Knowing Me, Knowing You» by ABBA

23 March 2024 SB 0

From the vantage point of over 50 years later, it may appear as if ABBA ruled the 1970s. Their music still resonates as strongly today […]

When Ace Frehley saved a Blues Brothers show

16 March 2024 SB 0

In the latter half of the 1970s KISS were on top of the world. The band members enjoyed their spoils as much as they could. […]

CLASSIC ALBUM COVERS: «Black Sabbath» by Black Sabbath

1 March 2024 SB 0

Black Sabbath’s eponymous debut album was released on 13 February 1970. It was even a Friday the 13th. If that wasn’t an omen in itself, […]

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