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While Bikini Kill and Bratmobile are remembered as the biggest riot grrrl bands, there was a small scene in Britain that is not as celebrated.

The swinging sixties looked like good fun, full of short skirts and guitar music, but several filmmakers were dedicated to depicting a more realistic vision.

As one of the greatest songwriters of her generation, PJ Harvey has always been a hugely influential figure that others aspire to.

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After his breakout role in 'A Time To Kill', Matthew McConaughey shortly sky-rocketed to stardom, something that he dealt with in his own unique way.

When T Rex transformed from a soft psychedelic unit into a full rock band, it was the destructive nature of Iggy Pop that inspired the end of one phase.

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The Clash had a complex relationship with the USA, but their music was endlessly indebted to the pioneering sounds of American rock bands like The MC5.

In his storied career, Nicolas Cage has worked with many of the great directors of the last 50 years. He’s lent his unique ...

Matt Groening, the creator of television's most famous family, ,The Simpsons', selects some of his most unusual favourite tracks.