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Maynard James Keenan never wanted to be like the guy from WASP: “That really put a zap on me” He detested the idea. Dale Maplethorpe Oct 25, 2025
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The band Soft Cell thought were “as influential as The Beatles” “They’re full of brilliant songs…” Tom Phelan Oct 25, 2025
How Blondie almost ruined their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction A hard watch. Kelly Murphy Oct 25, 2025
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