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Mars Volta Remembered: Eulogizing the Prog-Rock Greats

It can feel strange writing up a eulogy for a band that seems to have been forgotten. In critic circles, the constant deluge of new Mars Volta material made each subsequent album feel less like an ev ... Read More »

Stop With the Album Teaser Trailers Already (Looking at You, Timberlake)

Why album teaser trailers need to get out of the music world. ... Read More »

Rilo Kiley Getting Back Together? Facebook Post Sparks Reunion Rumors

Rilo Kiley post a provocative Facebook status that sparked reunion rumors. ... Read More »

The 50 Best Songs of 2012

Just like our picks for the 50 Best Albums of 2012, the editors of Spinner and AOL Music put our minds together, tallied our votes, demanded recounts and came up with this list of the best songs of th ... Read More »

Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Rock 'n' Roll Presents of 2012

If you're like us, you probably have more than one music lover on your list that still needs a gift. Don't stress. The AOL Music editors have suggestions to make your holiday shopping MUCH easier. ... Read More »

The 50 Best Albums of 2012

Spinner It's that time of year again. After collectively listening to hundreds of records, the ... Read More »

Chris Brown vs. the Haters: Why He Gets Vilified and John Lennon Doesn't

A look at the hatred of Chris Brown and why other abusive artists like John Lennon and Dr. Dre don't have that stigma. ... Read More »

Jimi Hendrix 70th Birthday Tribute: Seven Classics Not on His Greatest Hits

A tribute to Jimi Hendrix on his 70th birthday. ... Read More »

Japandroids' 'Celebration Rock': Why Your Favorite Rock Record of the Year Won't Save Us

Japandroids' Celebration Rock might be called one of the best albums of 2012, but it's got more flaws than most critics admit. ... Read More »

Concert Etiquette Guide: 13 Rules for Seeing Live Music & Not Being a Jerk

13 rules for concert etiquette, as decided by Spinner. ... Read More »

Lollapalooza 2012 Preview: Eight Bands to Check Out ... Or Else

Samuel Dietz, WireImage It's time for the 2012 edition of Lollapalooza and the schedule, as ... Read More »

The Best Albums of 2012 So Far -- And How to Enjoy Them!

The best albums of 2012 so far, with recommendations on how to enhance your listening experience. ... Read More »

Matthew Dear Debuts 'Her Fantasy' Video, Moodymann Discusses Dilla, Steve Aoki Continues Reign of Terror & More

Check out the latest dance/electronic music news, including Matthew Dear's new video! ... Read More »

Rob Reid: The $8 Billion iPod and the RIAA's 'Depressing' Fines

Missing Piece Group Years ago, I founded the company that built the Rhapsody music service. I ... Read More »

What Levon Helm Meant to Woodstock

Douglas Mason, Getty Images If you go to the Woodstock the way I go, crossing the Hudson and ... Read More »

Holograms in Concert: Why Tupac's Coachella Resurrection Means Big Bucks for the Music Business

The music industry has a new way to cash in on deceased superstars, thanks to Tupac Shakur's "performance" at Coachella. ... Read More »