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  • Magnat Signature Edelstein Loudspeakers Reviewed

    Magnatโ€™s Signature Edelstein bookshelf speakers may be small, but their robust construction, clever engineering, and surprisingly weighty, detailed sound prove theyโ€™re no gimmickโ€”just serious value and musicality in a compact package.

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  • Observations At T.H.E. Show 2024

    T.H.E. Show 2024 delivered standout momentsโ€”from AGDโ€™s immersive orchestral realism and Margulesโ€™s dynamic warmth to PBNโ€™s jaw-dropping power and finesse, which earned this yearโ€™s โ€œBest of Showโ€ nod from a well-sated reviewer.

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  • SIVGA P2 PRO Review: High-End Sound Without the High-End Price Tag?

    The SIVGA P2 PRO boasts several features that set it apart from the competition. Its most notable feature is SIVGAโ€™s new sapphire vibration circuit, a so-called first in the industry designed to enhance audio performance.

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  • June 25: 25 Years Apart – The Legacies of Prince and Michael Jackson

    June 25 holds a special place in music history, marking both the release of an iconic album and the passing of a legendary artist. On this date in 1984, Prince released his groundbreaking album โ€œPurple Rain,โ€ a record that would redefine his career and solidify his place in the pantheon of music greats. Little did…

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  • Rock Chronicles, Part 10 โ€” From Badfinger to Bangladesh

    George Harrison’s Concert for Bangladesh was an unqualified success, and the first-ever pop concert for charity.

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  • When the King of Pop Defied the Stasi: Michael Jackson’s 1988 Berlin Performance

    Michael Jacksonโ€™s Berlin Wall Concert: When Pop Met Politics In the annals of pop culture, Michael Jacksonโ€™s legacy is studded with iconic performances and groundbreaking achievements. Yet, one performance stands out not just for its musical brilliance but also for its geopolitical significance. On June 19, 1988, the King of Pop performed in West Berlin,…

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  • The Cosmic Dawn: Revisiting Bowie’s “The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars”

    David Bowieโ€™s The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars is often seen as a turning point not just in his career, but in the landscape of rock music itself. Released on June 16, 1972, this album introduced the world to Ziggy Stardust, an androgynous, bisexual alien rock star. But the…

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  • The King at the Garden: Elvis Presley’s 1972 Triumph

    June 10, 1972, was no ordinary day at Madison Square Garden. The hallowed halls, famous for hosting legendary sports battles and unforgettable music performances, were about to witness another momentous event. Elvis Presley, the King of Rock โ€˜nโ€™ Roll, was back in New York City for the first time since the โ€™50s. This wasnโ€™t just…

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  • Shazamfest is Back!

    Back for its 19th edition, Canada’s favourite madcap festival is more flamboyant, more freaky and more family-friendly than ever!

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  • Hound Dog and the Hip Thrust Heard ‘Round the World: Elvis’s Iconic 1956 Performance

    On June 5, 1956, Elvis Presley stepped onto the stage of The Milton Berle Show, ready to perform his latest single, โ€œHound Dog.โ€ Little did anyone know, this performance would become one of the most talked-about moments in television history and a defining point in the evolution of rock and roll. Presley, already a rising…

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  • Whitney Houstonโ€™s Second Act: The Album That Changed Everything

    Whitney Houstonโ€™s second album, โ€œWhitney,โ€ released on June 2, 1987, was a seismic event in pop music history. This album didnโ€™t just meet the high expectations set by her debutโ€”it obliterated them, securing Houstonโ€™s place as a musical titan and smashing records left and right. From the outset, โ€œWhitneyโ€ was a force of nature. It…

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  • Why 2024’s Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees Disappoint

    Since inducting legends like Chuck Berry and Elvis, the Rock Hall has slid into generation loss. This yearโ€™s mixed-bag lineupโ€”Cher, Foreigner, Dave Matthews Bandโ€”raises the question: is it still merit, or just fame?

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  • A Deeper Look Into a Modern Classic: The Dayton Wright Hommage

    A passion project turned masterpiece, the Dayton Wright Hommage electrostatic speaker stunned with its staggering clarity and realismโ€”delivering jaw-dropping sound in every setup it graced, thanks to Jocelyn Jeansonโ€™s fanatical design precision.

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  • The 1963 Tour That Catapulted The Beatles into Stardom

    In the spring of 1963, The Beatles embarked on a tour that would irrevocably change not only their careers but also the cultural landscape of the 1960s. Starting on May 18 at the Adelphi Cinema in Slough, England, this tour was more than just another series of concerts; it was the genesis of Beatlemania and…

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  • Disco and Debauchery: A Night at Studio 54

    Studio 54 flung open its glamorous doors on April 26, 1977, and with its opening, it instantly cemented itself as the crown jewel of Manhattanโ€™s nightlife. This wasnโ€™t just a club; it was a nocturnal kingdom where the elites of Hollywood, fashion, art, and music came to play. The stories of its decadence, celebrities, and…

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