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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Letter Signed by John Lennon on Day of His Murder Up for Auction
A legal document dated Dec. 8, 1980, is expected to fetch over $50,000.
Bob Dylan’s Town Hall History Honored With NYC Tribute Concert
Just shy of the 60th anniversary of Dylan's debut at the Town Hall in New York City, a lineup of musicians gathered to perform his music.
Taylor Hawkins Helped Jane’s Addiction’s Classic Lineup Reunite
Late Foo Fighters drummer helped Eric Avery return after years of estrangement.
40 Years Ago: Marvin Gaye Seeks Solace With ‘Sexual Healing’
Hit earned a pair of awards at the 1983 Grammys, the only two R&B legend claimed during his lifetime.
25 Years Ago: Bob Dylan Plays for the Pope
Not everyone was amused by the unusual performance.
Guns N’ Roses Announce 97-Track ‘Use Your Illusion’ Box Set
Complete live concerts from 1991 and 1992 are included in the Super Deluxe edition.
How Jerry Harrison Stumbled Into Talking Heads
He was ready to leave music after the breakup of the Modern Lovers. The universe had other plans.
Read a ‘Scary Monsters’ Excerpt From New David Bowie Book
'Bowie at 75' unpacks the late legend's legacy through "significant career achievements and life events."
26 Rock ‘n’ Roll College Courses
Class will now begin.
Ozzy Osbourne Predicts New Song Will ‘Cause S—‘
Track on new album contains a lyric that might not go over well.