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Johnny Cash’s Unchained turns 30 today, marking its November 5, 1996, release. Despite country radio largely ignoring the album, it went on to win Best Country Album at the 1998 Grammy Awards.

Entertainment News / Netflix Junkie / October 5

'Make Me Feel Insecure' - Chris Rock on Adam Sandler and Rick Rubin Affecting His Mental Health

Comedy looks like pure joy from the outside: punchlines landing, audiences roaring, comedians collecting standing ovations like trophies. Behind the curtain, it can become a bloodsport where every joke is sharpened and every peer becomes another reminder to keep producing.

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Best music duets/collabs that crossed genres

Musical artists coming together, spanning genres and crossing over is quite exciting for listeners. Here's a look at 20 such collaborations and duets that worked out pretty well.

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20 of the best sophomore rap albums

In the music industry, the sophomore slump is an artist’s nightmare, and fans definitely fear it, too. In hip-hop, maintaining momentum while dropping hit songs is a key factor in how rappers can solidify their place in the industry. From The Notorious B.I.G. to Drake, here are some of the best sophomore albums in hip-hop history.

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20 essential hip-hop Christmas songs

Since it's the most wonderful time of the year, here's a list of some of the best rap songs to add to your holiday playlist.

Entertainment News / Rolling Stone / August 8, 2024

Beabadoobee Makes Growing Pains Sound Blissful on ‘This Is How Tomorrow Moves’

With help from producer Rick Rubin, the indie singer-songwriter's third album confronts the messy reality of adulthood while taking her signature sound to the next level

Entertainment News / Rolling Stone / June 27, 2024

New Johnny Cash Album ‘Songwriter’ Asks, What if the Man in Black Had Never Met Rick Rubin?

On 11 songs recorded months before his American Recordings sessions, the country icon sounds stuck in the shadows

Entertainment News / Rolling Stone / May 21, 2024

Watch Perry Farrell Talk About His Disastrous Attempt to Revive Lollapalooza in 2004

Shortly before it became a destination festival in Chicago, a Lollapalooza tour was cancelled due to poor ticket sales, nearly causing Farrell to sell the name to Rick Rubin

Entertainment News / Rolling Stone / April 4, 2024

Marcus King Finds Soul Salvation on ‘Mood Swings’

Producer Rick Rubin helps the South Carolina singer-guitarist create a lush safe space

Entertainment News / Rolling Stone / February 28, 2024

The Avett Brothers Return With ‘Love of a Girl’ From First Album in Five Years

The self-titled album produced by Rick Rubin will arrive on May 17, followed by an expansive tour

Entertainment News / Rolling Stone / January 19, 2024

Marcus King Goes Full Soul Man on New Song ‘F-ck My Life Up Again’

The track teams the guitar hero with producer Rick Rubin

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The 50 best albums of 2023

More than most years, 2023 felt like the class divide was stretching into the world of music, as the gap between superstars and the hard-working everypeople felt larger than ever.

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20 late-career albums that were surprisingly great

Even in the twilight of some legendary careers of musical artists and bands, greatness can surface when perhaps least expected. Whether trying to revive a career or deliver one last goodbye, some special music has been produced.

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The 25 most disappointing albums of 2022

Some may hit different highs than previous works, retread familiar ground, or strike poses that don't fit their style. Whether victims of overhyping or ending up sounding undercooked, these are the year's 25 most disappointing releases.

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The 25 most memorable '80s movie soundtracks

If there's one thing about movies during the 1980s, the music seemed as important to the film's success as the plot and acting performances. Here's our list of the 25 best film soundtracks from the decade.

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The 25 greatest movie villain names

Villains are a delight. They're supposed to be wild and evil and way over the top. You can brainstorm villain names all day, and wind up with twenty usable variations. Oftentimes, you'll err on the side of restraint, but you need to go bonkers to get there.

The 25 greatest action hero names of all time

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20 country albums that even country haters love to listen to

From classic records that have been fusing together genres since the 1960s to pop-country crossovers from Dolly Parton and Kelsea Ballerini, these 20 country albums can withstand even the biggest protests from country music haters.