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What if John Lennon Had Starred in ‘WarGames’?What if John Lennon Had Starred in ‘WarGames’?He was in discussions for key role in man-versus-AI movie before fate intervened.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
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30 Years Ago: David Bowie Opens Up on 'Black Tie White Noise'30 Years Ago: David Bowie Opens Up on 'Black Tie White Noise'An emotional turning point informed every element of David Bowie's 'Black Tie White Noise,' which arrived on April 5, 1993.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
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50 Years Ago: Bob Seger Digs Deep on Underrated 'Back in '72'50 Years Ago: Bob Seger Digs Deep on Underrated 'Back in '72'How could something this awesome escape the attention of a wider audience? Because he hates it.Rob SmithRob Smith
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