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On Second Thought: 20 Hit Songs Originally Written for Other Artists

20 hit songs that were intended for other artists but wound up with their makers, including Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Lady Gaga, Neil Young and more. ... Read More »

Q&A: Director of Joey Ramone's 'New York City' Video on Working in 100-Degree Heat With Andrew W.K. and Anthony Bourdain

The director of Joey Ramone's "New York City" video talks working in 100-degree heat with Andrew W.K. and Anthony Bourdain. ... Read More »

This Week in Music History: April 15-21 -- Michael Jackson Catches Fire and More

AFP In Greek mythology, Icarus was the guy who flew too close to the sun only to have his ... Read More »

Ramones' Awesome Bio, 101 Alt Karaoke Songs & More -- News Roundup

The Ramones' '70s biography has been unearthed and well, it's amazing. They could have been dentists! ... Read More »

Joey Ramone, 'Rock 'N Roll is the Answer' -- Song Premiere

Listen to Joey Ramone's "Rock 'N Roll Is the Answer," from his upcoming album ...ya Know. ... Read More »

Joey Ramone Solo Album '...Ya Know?' Due Out May 22, Feat. Joan Jett

Joey Ramone's second solo, '...Ya Know?' will be released this May. ... Read More »

The 23 Best 'Simpsons' Musician Cameos

Fox When we heard 'The Simpsons' was on the verge of cancellation, we started reminiscing ... Read More »

Lollapalooza at 20: The Most Memorable Moments in the Festival's History

This year marks the 20th anniversary of Lollapalooza, the ... Read More »

Bob Mould Looks Back on His Closeted, 'Self-Hating' Days and Husker Du's Legacy

Noah Kalina In his 30-plus-year career, Bob Mould has always been known for his driving ... Read More »

Joey Ramone's Brother Reflects on 'Punk Family' in Memoir -- Exclusive Excerpt

Author Mickey Leigh goes deep into the Ramones' world of infighting, bizarre love triangles, and fraternal feuds that at times caused brother Joey Ramone to thwart his own music career. ... Read More »

Record Store Day Round Up: Spinner's Best Bets for April 16

Dozens of artists are releasing limited edition material celebrating Record Store Day on April 16, and so Spinner has compiled a list of our best bets for Saturday. ... Read More »

Songs About Fans: 20 Tracks Inspired by Real People

You've heard it countless times: "We wouldn't be ... Read More »

Spoon's Britt Daniel Remembers Jay Reatard as 'Likable' and 'Crazed'

Spoon's Britt Daniel reminisces about the time he spent with late garage rocker Jay Reatard. ... Read More »

Ramones to Receive Lifetime Achievement Grammy

Michael Ochs Archives, Getty Images Punk pioneers the Ramones are set to receive their first ... Read More »

Screeching Weasel React to 'Socially Inept' Internet Trolls

Punk-rock fans were among the first to flock to message boards and chat rooms, and as amateur critics took their opinions online, Screeching Weasel frontman Ben Weasel wasn't sure he liked what he saw. ... Read More »

Al Pacino to Play Phil Spector in New HBO Film

Break out the crazy wigs. Award-winning actor Al Pacino has been chosen to play famed producer and convicted killer Phil Spector in a new movie for HBO, the New York Times reports. ... Read More »