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Billy Joel’s iconic We Didn’t Start the Fire returned with a modern cover, yet it didn’t capture the magic fans remember.

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For decades Ely's presence has been felt from Lubbock to London, covering decades of music from country, to rock and so much ...

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Across decades of changing tastes, Frank Sinatra’s voice carried a rare blend of clarity and emotion that left a permanent mark on modern music. Some songs trace the moments where his artistry ...