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The Black Roots Of Rock And Roll: Part 1

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The Nashville-based musician modeled her latest album as a video game journey, complete with a character named Miss Freedomland.

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Lizzie No's 'Halfsies' is like an epic role-playing video game

The singer-songwriter spent just five days at Electric Lady Studios making her latest record.

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Maggie Rogers made 'Don't Forget Me' with the pedal to the floor

The LA-based psychedelic pop band performs songs from their latest album, I Wish You Way More Than Luck.

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Tune in to a mini-concert with Lo Moon

The musician, and founder of punk band Against Me!, talks about her latest solo album.

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Laura Jane Grace confronts past pain on 'Hole In My Head'

The Nashville singer-songwriter's latest album features collaborations with Jerry Douglas and Billy Strings.

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The Black Roots Of Rock And Roll: Part 1

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