There are just three new singles on this week’s New Music Friday list, but there are 10(!!!) new albums worth your consideration.
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Ongoing History Daily: The time the cops crashed a David Bowie after-party
David Bowie escaped some serious drug hassles thanks to the actions of his loyal bodyguard.
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The Origin of the Word 'Gig'
Ever wondered why we call a live show a “gig”? The story behind the word has a surprising connection to music history, money and chance.
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Ongoing History Daily: Amy Lee's contest-winning father
Amy Lee’s father won a strange TV talent contest back in the day.
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Ongoing History Daily: What was this classic album cover trying to say?
The album cover of Nirvana’s Nevermind was trying to tell us something.
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Uncharted: Crime and Mayhem in the Music Industry, episode 071: Music's greatest conspiracies, part 4
Of all of the great music conspiracies, none is crazier, more detailed, and more enduring that the Paul-is-dead hoax.
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Ongoing History Daily: Who invented the concept album?
The er, concept of the concept album is a lot older than you think.
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Geddy Lee’s Surprise for Alex Lifeson on Tour Is About to Become Something Special
Geddy Lee shares the story behind a surprise he had for Alex Lifeson on tour and how he plans to turn it into something special for charity.
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Five Songs You Must Hear This Week (17 Aug 2026)
I know, I know. We still have weeks of summer to go, but the Five Songs You Must Hear list must contend with the fact that we need to be talking about fall album releases. Here are some singles to get you prepared. 1.Tricky, I’m Yours feat. Mitch Sanders Different When Silent (False Idols) Recommended…
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Ongoing History Daily: How to get Spotify to unknowingly pay for your tour
There have been interesting and clever ways to game Spotify. Vulfpeck’s caper was among the best.
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Bruce Springsteen Was Ready to Give 'Hungry Heart' to the Ramones
What if the Ramones had recorded one of Bruce Springsteen’s biggest hits? The surprising story behind the song that almost went to Joey Ramone.
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