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“We’ve Been On a Very Long Encore”: Rudolf Schenker and Matthias Jabs Testify to the Power of Electric Guitar By Mark McStea published 20 April 22 The king of riffs is back in town! After a seven-year absence, Scorpions return to form with ‘Rock Believer.’
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Watch Aerosmith Perform Their First Major Hit Live on TV in 1974 By Rod Brakes published 19 October 21 Video The Bad Boys from Boston showcase their dark, dreamy classic rock anthem “Dream On.”
