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The Story of Jimi Hendrix’s First GuitarThe Story of Jimi Hendrix’s First GuitarAt 15 years old, Hendrix started his six-string journey. Allison RappAllison Rapp
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Why George Harrison Almost Didn’t Join the QuarrymenWhy George Harrison Almost Didn’t Join the QuarrymenNot everyone was on board with a 15-year-old becoming part of the band. Allison RappAllison Rapp
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Led Zeppelin's Ill-Fated 1975 TourLed Zeppelin's Ill-Fated 1975 TourA guitarist with a broken finger and a singer with the flu? Just another day on the job for rock's biggest band.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Jay Leno vs. Conan O'BrienJay Leno vs. Conan O'BrienIt was the second straight time that replacing 'The Tonight Show' host left NBC with egg on their face. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Alice Cooper Saved Hollywood SignAlice Cooper Saved Hollywood SignAs a tribute to a recently deceased friend, Cooper led a celebrity campaign to restore the Hollywood landmark. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
How Foreigner’s ‘Agent Provocateur’ Sent Them on a Tough MissionHow Foreigner’s ‘Agent Provocateur’ Sent Them on a Tough MissionThe band's Lou Gramm was worried about "irreparable damage" that their new sound might cause.Matt WardlawMatt Wardlaw
The Story of Led Zeppelin’s Final SingleThe Story of Led Zeppelin’s Final SingleWorld Cup soccer inspired the band to make a bold move into new territory. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening