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The Night John Lennon Lost a Bet and Elton John Made Him Sick: Resulting in Lennon's Final Stage Performance
What happens when John Lennon loses a bet to Elton John? One of rock’s greatest nights. In 1974, Lennon hit the stage at Madison Square Garden for his final live performance — a mix of friendship, music, and fate that no fan would ever forget.


The Beatles Butcher Cover: How a US Only Album Became The Most Expensive Sleeve In Music
In 1966 the Beatles wrapped themselves in meat and dolls and America freaked out. Yesterday and Today was recalled, sleeves were pasted over, and a collector legend was born. Here is the full story of the Butcher Cover, the mixes, and how to spot rare first state copies.


The Clash’s Combat Rock: How a Punk Landmark Foreshadowed the Band’s Collapse
The Clash’s Combat Rock captured their peak and their downfall. From chaotic Bangkok photo shoots to lost albums and feuds between Joe Strummer and Mick Jones, here’s how the punk icons made their final classic before imploding.


Kill ’Em All: How Metallica’s Chaotic First Album Came to Life
In 1983, Metallica recorded Kill ’Em All in a haunted studio with stolen amps, champagne raids, and no backup guitars. Here’s the chaotic story behind their legendary debut.


AC/DC’s And Their First Gig In London At The Red Cow in Hammersmith, 1976
In April 1976, AC/DC played their first ever UK gig at The Red Cow pub in West London. Discover how a tiny, sweaty venue helped launch one of the world’s greatest rock bands onto the global stage.
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