5 Women Musicians and Their Protest Songs, From Joan Baez to The Chicks
In 1966, Simone wrote and performed “Four Women,” a musical portrait of different stereotyped Black women who were exploited or subjected, yet still stood strong. Despite Simone’s intention to ...
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From folk roots to punk edges with iconic artist Suzanne Vega
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'We Are the World' at 40: Why the Star-Studded Recording Session Drove Bob Dylan to a 'Nervous Breakdown'
PEOPLE launches an in-depth look into what very well might be Dylan's darkest day — which also happened to be pop's greatest ...
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The Meaning Behind “The Man in Me” by Bob Dylan, a future ‘Lebowski’ Anthem
Before Ethan and Joel Coen included “The Man in Me” in their 1998 film The Big Lebowski, it appeared on Dylan’s 1970 album, New Morning. Though Dylan’s 11th LP is sometimes overlooked, it offers a ...
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How Dylan has mirrored the death of American optimism
After Obama won in 2008, Dylan said it was the first time that he’d seen a sign of light. That light has since gone dark.
Robert De Niro and Debra Messing Arrive for The Alto Knights Premiere in London, Plus Michelle Obama, Gemma Chan and More
Robert De Niro and Debra Messing arrive for 'The Alto Knights' premiere in London, plus Michelle Obama, Gemma Chan and more.