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  • From Liverpool to Living Rooms: The Beatles’ Debut Single Takes TV by Storm

    In the cavernous echoes of Liverpoolโ€™s bubbling music scene, a revolutionary resonance was brewing, and it was about to reverberate through the unassuming screen of regional television. On October 17, 1962, fresh off the release of their debut single โ€œLove Me Do,โ€ The Beatles magnetized the airwaves on Granada Televisionโ€™s โ€œPeople and Places.โ€ Here in…

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  • Pro-Ject’s “Dark Side Of The Moon” Turntable, SHAPED LIKE THE ALBUM’S ICONIC ARTWORK

    In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of one of the most iconic albums to have landed on the lit side of the Earth, Pro-Ject unveils a DSOTM turntable that doesnโ€™t just echo the prism artworkโ€”it is the art.

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  • An Interview with Andrรฉ Perry, legendary record producer and founder of the fabled Le Studio, Part 1

    In this wide-ranging interview, Le Studio founder Andrรฉ Perry reflects on his journey from teenage drummer to recording legend, recounting sessions with icons like Rush and Bowie, the rise of his trailblazing woodland studio, and his enduring passion for sonic excellence.

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  • From War Radios to World-Class Speakers: The Journey of KEF founder Raymond Cooke

    In the tumultuous world of 1925, Raymond Cooke was born, a spirit destined to echo through the annals of audio engineering. By the time the clouds of World War II gathered, young Cooke found himself thrust into the vast expanse of the Royal Navy. While the seaโ€™s mighty roars and the skiesโ€™ thunderous clashes became…

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  • Prince’s Purple Rain: A Melody that Defined a Decade and Beyond

    The 1980s: a canvas painted with a kaleidoscope of sonic hues. Amidst the dazzling array of musical moments, one anthem casts a resplendent purple shadow even today โ€“ Princeโ€™s โ€œPurple Rain.โ€ Released on September 26th, this piece by the virtuoso, Prince Rogers Nelson, encapsulated the spirit of the โ€™80s with its melancholic yet enchanting tune.…

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  • Zu Audio Soul 6 Loudspeaker Review

    Doug Moore dives deep into Zu Audioโ€™s Soul 6, praising its bold, crossover-free design and immersive midrangeโ€”while noting some setup quirks and bass limitations that may vary with room and taste.

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  • The Doors Defy Ed Sullivan: The Night Rock ‘n’ Roll Refused to Be Tamed

    In the ever-evolving tapestry of rock โ€˜nโ€™ roll, there are moments that define generations and challenge the status quo. On September 17, 1967, such a moment materialized on the stages of โ€œThe Ed Sullivan Show,โ€ forever embedding itself in the annals of music history. The Doors, led by the enigmatic and unpredictable Jim Morrison, transformed…

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  • Review: Little Feat / Sailinโ€™ Shoes and Dixie Chicken 2023 Reissues

    Though never chart-toppers, Little Feat’s Sailinโ€™ Shoes and Dixie Chickenโ€”now reissued in deluxe remastered editionsโ€”prove that Lowell George’s fearless genre-melding vision still grooves with undiminished charm 50 years on.

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  • Bassist Ron Carter: 60 Years of Jazz โ€“ and Counting

    With over 2,000 recording credits, jazz legend Ron Carter has backed the greats and led his own genre-defining projects. Copper Magazine highlights eight standout tracks, showcasing the bassistโ€™s peerless artistry and versatility.

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  • Treasures from the Vinyl Vault, Part 5

    Welcome to my series Treasures from the Vinyl Vault. In it, I will feature select gems from my approximately 12,000 ever-growing vinyl collection, accumulated over a 45-year period and counting.

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  • ‘Definitely Maybe’: Oasis and the Birth of Britpop

    On August 29, 1994, Oasis burst onto the global music scene with the release of their debut album, โ€œDefinitely Maybe.โ€ At a time when the grunge movement had brought a darker, introspective mood to rock music, five lads from Manchester brought an audacious, youthful energy that dared to dream big, invoking the aura of the…

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  • What Is Spatial Audio on Apple Music? Also, How To Turn It On!

    Curious about spatial audio on Apple Music? Find out how to activate this cutting-edge technology and enjoy a new level of audio immersion.

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  • Blur: The Ballad of Darren Review

    As Blur returns with The Ballad of Darren, Mark Lepage highlights their mature, melancholic soundโ€”and wonders if the albumโ€™s strength might provoke the ultimate Britpop revenge: an Oasis reunion just to spite them.

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  • The Dawn of Pink Floyd: Celebrating ‘The Piper at the Gates of Dawn’

    On August 4, 1967, an English rock band known as Pink Floyd released their debut album โ€˜The Piper at the Gates of Dawn.โ€™ It wasnโ€™t just another rock album. It was an eclectic mixture of psychedelic whimsy, philosophical introspection, and avant-garde experimentation that signaled the arrival of a major new force in British rock music.…

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  • Sinรฉad O’Connor, A Tribute In Pictures

    Acclaimed Dublin singer Sinรฉad Oโ€™Connor, whose death was announced on Tuesday, released 10 studio albums, while her song Nothing Compares 2 U was named the number one world single in 1990 by the Billboard Music Awards. Throughout her music career, she cut a striking figure.

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