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Prince – Sign O’ The Times Super Deluxe Edition

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The long expected re-release of Prince's great 1987 album Sign O' The Times. A review of an impressive release. In one word? Crucial! Read the full article: Prince – Sign O’ The Times Super Deluxe Edition . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

At long last Prince’s The Gold Experience is released!

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Finally, The Gold Experience, Prince's love child sees the light of day. The complete story about an album that sparked controversy. Was it worth it? Read the full article: At long last Prince’s The Gold Experience is released! . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Prince – The Gold Experience – The reviews

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How was The Gold Experience received by the press? Pretty mixed it seems. Read the collection of international reviews here on A Pop Life! Read the full article: Prince – The Gold Experience – The reviews . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Prince – The Gold Experience – Press & interviews

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Before the release of The Gold Experience, O(+> had a lot to say and held a number of interviews. The press also tried feverishly to make sense of it all. An overview. Read the full article: Prince – The Gold Experience – Press & interviews . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Neil Young’s first masterpiece, After The Gold Rush!

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In 1970 Neil Young was part of a world famous quartet and released his third solo album, the masterpiece After The Gold Rush. The story behind the album. Read the full article: Neil Young’s first masterpiece, After The Gold Rush! . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

In memoriam: Jimi Hendrix 1942-1970

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In memoriam: Jimi Hendrix 1942-1970 Read the full article: In memoriam: Jimi Hendrix 1942-1970 . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

News: Smashing Pumpkins – Cyr

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On November 27th, 2020 the Smashing Pumpkins will release their new (double) album Cyr! Read the full article: News: Smashing Pumpkins – Cyr . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

The end of The Waterboys’ ‘big music’ trilogy: This Is The Sea

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In 1985 The Waterboys released their third album, This Is The Sea. The album was supposed to deliver on the promise the band had made. Did they succeed? Read the full article: The end of The Waterboys’ ‘big music’ trilogy: This Is The Sea . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Archive image: U2 – Pop

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An image from the rich A Pop Life archive. Read the full article: Archive image: U2 – Pop . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Kiss makes it big time with Alive!

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Early 1975 Kiss and Casablanca had their backs against the wall. Bankruptcy was just around the corner. The band took their last chance with both hands. The gamble paid off, Alive! became a huge success and the band's career was saved. The story of a double live album that changed everything. Read the full article: Kiss makes it big time with Alive! . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

News: Bruce Springsteen – Letter To You

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On October 23rd the new album by Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band will be released! Read the full article: News: Bruce Springsteen – Letter To You . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Archive image: Kamasi Washington – Harmony Of Difference

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An image from the rich A Pop Life archive. Read the full article: Archive image: Kamasi Washington – Harmony Of Difference . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )

Archive image: Prince – Prince – Billboard ad

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An image from the rich A Pop Life archive. Read the full article: Archive image: Prince – Prince – Billboard ad . (this article was published by A Pop Life - My life with music )