Eight notes of music followed by three scratching strums: it’s perhaps one of the most recognizable song intros in rock history, from The Clash’s classic “Should I Stay Or Should I Go?” And now those opening bars are at it again, in One Direction’s new single “Live While We’re Young.” The video for the song, meant to debut today, …
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David Byrne & St. Vincent Go Big with Love This Giant
Two creative pioneers make sweet music together on their new collaborative album
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Upon his death at age 72, TIME recalls Joe South with a few clips that show his songwriting and performing skills
The xx Take Risks, Succeed on Coexist
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An Oral History of Michael Jackson’s Bad
As the 25th anniversary of the album approaches, we take a look at the creation and legacy of a record-setting release
Music On Mars: New will.i.am Song to Get Martian Premiere This Afternoon
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