The Story of Rock
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum exists to collect, preserve and interpret the impact rock has made on our world. The evolving story of rock can be found on the Rock Hall's blog and feature pages, in addition to videos and galleries that capture the moments that matter in rock and roll. Here you'll find rock and roll news, artist interviews, performance notes, the latest event and exhibit happenings, and more. Consider this your backstage pass.
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The Rolling Stones Play Chess
In the mid 60s, the Rolling Stones – an impressionable group of 20somethings – arrived at Chess Records in Chicago, where they rubbed elbows with their heroes, including Muddy Waters. Over a number of sessions, the Stones channeled their love of blues and R&B into a series of memorable tracks, including one from a particularly satisfying session in May 1965.
Click below to read more about how the Rolling Stones made a splash in Chicago in 1964 and 1965.
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Remembering Donald "Duck" Dunn
As one half of Booker T. and the MGs’ rhythm section, Donald "Duck" Dunn was house bass player at the legendary Stax label, where his artistry helped define one of the most distinctive and enduring sounds in popular music.
Click below to learn more about Dunn's role in shaping rock and roll, and watch an all-star jam of "Green Onions."
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