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Heart, the band co-fronted by sisters Nancy and Ann Wilson, rose to prominence amid the machismo-laced environs of rock ’n’ roll circa 1970s America.

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February 13, 2026 • The news of Kristi Reeves' finalized divorce hit her hard, so she grabbed her shoes and headed for the mountains. On the trail, she encountered a couple. February 2, 2026 • Eight ...

An especially tender year, with adieus to iconic venues, avant-rock supergroups, and after-hours local legends.

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For over 5 years, Arthur has been professionally covering video games, writing guides and walkthroughs. His passion for video games began at age 10 in 2010 when he first played Gothic, an immersive ...

There are so many great albums turning 25 this year, so we're taking a look back at the 50 best albums of 2001, from Usher to Tool.