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Bob Dylan, 1966

Here’s Why Bob Dylan Was Essential to the Birth of Psychedelic Rock

By Christopher Scapelliti published

From the Beatles and the Byrds to Jimi Hendrix and Jefferson Airplane, the folk legend laid the groundwork for all

Ramblin' Jack Elliott performs at the 2013 Newport Folk Festival at Fort Adams State Park on July 28, 2013 in Newport, Rhode Island

Ramblin’ Jack Elliott Reflects on His Friendship with Woody Guthrie and Why Bob Dylan's Act Made Him Stop Playing Harmonica Onstage

By Martin McQuade published

Now 91 years old, the man Dylan called “the king of folk singers" tells stories of his time with Jack Kerouac and James Dean, and his experiences touring with Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue.

Woody Guthrie

Watch Rare Performance Footage of Folk Legend Woody Guthrie

By Rod Brakes published

Video Pete Seeger introduces "one of the greatest ballad makers” in this 1964 BBC clip.

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David Bowie (1947 - 2016, left) performing with guitarist Mick Ronson (1946 1993) at a live recording of 'The 1980 Floor Show' for the NBC 'Midnight Special' TV show, at The Marquee Club in London, with a specially invited audience of Bowie fanclub members, 20th October 1973.

Mick Ronson: the Rise and Fall of Glam-Rock’s Greatest Guitarist

By Max Bell published

In 1970, he changed the career of David Bowie and went on to work with Lou Reed, Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp, Morrissey and more.

Skip James at Newport Folk Festival 26th July 1964.

“His Storytelling Was as Brilliant as His Guitar Playing”: How the Spirit of Skip James is Felt Stronger than Ever Today in Bentonia Blues

By Jim Beaugez published

Washed up at age 30, the legendary bluesman was rediscovered in 1964, just five years before his death.

Fender Blackguard

The History of the Fender Telecaster

By Richard Smith published

How Fender’s seminal solidbody helped ignite a cultural revolution.

Film still from "Subterranean Homesick Blues"

Three Chords, the Truth and Some Marker Pens: Watch Bob Dylan’s Groundbreaking “Subterranean Homesick Blues” Music Video

By Rod Brakes last updated

Video Inspired by beat poetry and the blues this hit single marked a turning point for the young singer-songwriter.

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Danny "Kootch" Kortchmar performs "It's Too Late" with Carole King during the BBC In Concert session on February 10, 1971

Watch Carole King’s Iconic "It's Too Late" BBC Performance with Session Legend Danny "Kootch" Kortchmar

By Rod Brakes published

Video The Laurel Canyon classic gets a live airing with one of the best guitarists in the business.

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Concert for Bangladesh

Five Storied Guitars from George Harrison’s 'Concert for Bangladesh'

By Nikki O'Neil published

Featuring Bob Dylan's Martin D-28, a rare Gibson Explorer, a mystery Fender Stratocaster and more...

George Harrison

How George Harrison Made the Epic Concert for Bangladesh Happen with a Little Help From His Friends

By Nikki O'Neil published

In the summer of 1971, Harrison corralled his musical friends to answer the call for humanitarian aid to Bangladesh. Two of his closest companions nearly left him hanging.

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