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Kurt Cobain

A song of unknown origins that goes by many names but has influenced generations of musicians.

The haunting power of ‘In the Pines’

Music

The long, rich musical and social history of a great old American song — before and after Kurt Cobain and Nirvana took a turn at making it theirs.

Singer Amy Winehouse dies tragically at 27

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Sanctions Block Burmese Rock Band Side Effect

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Singer Amy Winehouse joins group of musicians who died tragically at 27

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The Vaselines

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The Vaselines & Harley-Davidson

This week, Studio 360’s American Icons series continues with a ride on America’s favorite bike – The Harley-Davidson. A mathematics professor explains hyperbolic geometry with crochet. And after a 20 year hiatus, Kurt Cobain’s favorite band, The Vaselines, is back making music.

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