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  Hear Three Unfinished Hank Williams Songs

  October 3, 2011 – Jack White, NOrah JOnes, Bob Dylan, Lucinda Williams, and other artists put their own music to lost lyrics by country legend Hank Williams for a new collection called The Lost Notebooks of Hank Williams, due out tomorrow, October 4. …
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  VW's Koenig Covers Simon, Dylan in China + More

  April 7, 2011 – Ezra Koenig of Vampire Weekend, who received many Graceland-era Paul Simon comparisons for their debut album, has contributed a cover of the singer-songwriter's "Papa Hobo" to the soundtrack for upcoming movie Ceremony. Head over to Pitchfork to stream the song. Bob Dylan played his first-ever concert in China Wednesday night, delivering a setlist that was pre-approved by the Communist government. …
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  Grammy Preview: The Biggest Performances

  February 10, 2011 – This weekend's Grammy extravaganza in Los Angeles promises to bring plenty of water cooler moments, from super-rare television performances (Dr. Dre! Dylan!) to all-star tributes (Florence and the Machine giving props to Aretha!) Below, SPIN breaks down the biggest events of music's biggest night. And remember, the ceremony airs Sunday at 8 PM (EST) on CBS. …
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  Chris Cornell's Solo Tour, Wilco at Jazz Fest + More

  January 20, 2011 – Chris Cornell has announced his first-ever solo acoustic tour, which will feature the singer performing stripped-back versions of Soundgarden tunes. The 25-day trek kicks off on April 1 in Austin, TX and wraps May 6 in San Diego. [Chris Cornell's Official Site] Wilco, Arcade Fire, the Strokes, and Kid Rock will headline the 2011 Jazz Fest in New Orleans, which kicks off April 29 and wraps on May 8. …
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  Jack White and Wanda Jackson Cover Dylan

  January 18, 2011 – With her new album The Party Ain't Over, Elvis Presley protégé Wanda Jackson is gearing up for a big comeback: The rockabilly great scored an assist from Jack White, who produced the album for his Third Man Records label. One of the highlights is a cover of Bob Dylan's "Thunder on the Mountain," and the pair have just dropped a video for the tune. …
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  The 10 Best Reissues of 2010

  December 21, 2010 –  …
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  Sales Strong for U2's 'Spider-Man' + More

  December 1, 2010 – U2's Spider-Man musical may have had a troubled first preview performance, but sales for the show are strong: The production has already sold $1 million in tickets. [Playbill] After announcing their departure from their label, Sire, and canceling their entire 2011 fall tour, Against Me! …
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  Britney's New Songs, Daft Punk + N.E.R.D. Single

  October 6, 2010 – After recruiting songwriters to pen new tunes, Britney Spears has reportedly finished three songs for a new album. "She loves 'em," says a source close to Spears. [TMZ] Hear N.E.R.D.'s funked-up, Daft Punk-produced new single "Hypnotize U." [Pitchfork] Indie-rock's favorite curmudgeon Steve Albini has gone off on Sonic Youth and their decision to sign with major label Geffen in the '90s. …
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  10 Best Moments of Seattle's Bumbershoot Fest

  September 7, 2010 – This weekend's Bumbershoot Music and Arts Festival is defined as much by what it isn't as what it is. It's not an indie rock fest, it's not a destination fest. Set in the heart of Seattle, it's easily accessed by foot or bus, making it a magnet for families and assorted city freaks, and its lineup is far more eclectic than most festivals its size. …
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  Terrific Twitter Trio of the Week

  October 30, 2009 – Lots of musicians tweet -- but all that Twitters is not gold. That's why you'll want to check out SPIN.com every Friday to see whose tweets we're reading this week -- then update your TweetDeck! …
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