Allison Rapp is a New York City-based music and culture journalist. Her work has appeared in Brooklyn Magazine, City Limits and more. She tweets at @allisonrapp22
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Who Are the ‘Big 4′ of Songwriting Duos?
Teamwork can really pay off.
40 End of Summer Songs
They say all good things must come to an end — here's a playlist for it.
New Janis Joplin Biopic Will Star Shailene Woodley
The California Film Commission has offered up $2.5 million to help make the movie a reality.
‘Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party’ Coming to Theaters
The 1983 film marked Cameron Crowe's directorial debut.
Screamin’ Scott Simon of Sha Na Na Dead at 75
Longtime pianist also co-wrote the song "Sandy" from 'Grease.'
Tom Petty’s ‘Long After Dark’ Expanded With Deluxe Reissue
Collection features a dozen rediscovered bonus tracks.
Meet the Man Ruining Your Favorite Rock Songs With Mashups
A Texas-based musician is responsible for a viral channel that splices popular rock, pop and rap tracks into new creations. Here's what he had to say for himself.
Watch John Lennon’s ‘Imagine’ Bring Peace to Tense Olympic Moment
Canadian and Brazilian beach volleyball players exchanged heated words at the net, but the DJ knew just what song would calm the mood.
Hear Eddie Vedder’s New Version of Tom Petty’s ‘Room at the Top’
Pearl Jam frontman has been performing the song live for years.
Tim Walz’s Classic Rock Connections
The governor of Minnesota — and Kamala Harris' new running mate — has some pretty great musical taste.
Chicago Announces Fall 2024 Tour Dates
Band is also planning to release a new live collection in September.
30 Bands With One Original Member Left
It's down to the last man standing in these groups.