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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: EARTH, WIND & FIRE

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: EARTH, WIND & FIRE

With a whole host of new playlists, channels and features approaching to celebrate the band’s fiftieth anniversary, our Artist of the Month for September is the mighty Earth, Wind & Fire.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH – PRIMAL SCREAM

ARTIST OF THE MONTH – PRIMAL SCREAM

With this year marking the 30th anniversary of the epoch-defining ‘Loaded’, our artist of the month for August are the evergreen party starters, Primal Scream.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: AC/DC

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: AC/DC

With the mightiest metal masterpiece of them all, ‘Back In Black’, celebrating its 40th birthday this month, AC/DC are our artists of the month for July.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: MANIC STREET PREACHERS

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: MANIC STREET PREACHERS

With a new deluxe edition of seminal second album ‘Gold Against The Soul’ on its way this month, our Artists of the Month for June are the Manic Street Preachers.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH – BOB DYLAN

ARTIST OF THE MONTH – BOB DYLAN

Fifty five years on from his domination of the UK album chart with five albums in the top twenty, and with the Nobel Laureate once again releasing new music with ‘Murder Most Foul’ and ‘I Contain Multitudes’, our Artist of the Month for May is the one and only Bob Dylan.

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Artist of the Month: Prince

Artist of the Month: Prince

Following our recent collaborations with the great one’s Estate, and with more on the way, we’re rather more than proud to announce that our Artist of the Month for February is Prince.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: DEPECHE MODE

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: DEPECHE MODE

With the career-spanning, epic box set ‘MODE’ released this month, we revisit the legacy of one of the most innovative bands in musical history. Depeche Mode are our Artist of the Month for January.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: WHAM!

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: WHAM!

With the new RomCom ‘Last Christmas’ out now in theaters, our Artist of the Month for the Yuletide season; the pop colossus that is Wham!

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Artist of the Month: The Clash

Artist of the Month: The Clash

As a very special edition of 1979’s ‘London Calling’ hits the shelves, and the accompanying exhibition is due to open at the Museum of London, punk legends The Clash are our Artist of the Month for November.

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Artist of the Month: Leonard Cohen

Artist of the Month: Leonard Cohen

With a new album, ‘Thanks For The Dance’, recently announced, we remember the life and genius of Leonard Cohen, our Artist of the Month for October.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: JEFF BUCKLEY

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: JEFF BUCKLEY

With the amazing ‘Grace’ turning twenty five this year, we’re proud to celebrate the work of Jeff Buckley, our Artist of the Month for September.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: FOO FIGHTERS

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: FOO FIGHTERS

With the ‘Foo Files’ digital releases delving deeply into the band’s history, a new series of ‘Live At Wembley’ videos hitting the internet and epoch-defining sets at Reading & Leeds taking place in a few weeks, the incomparable Foo Fighters are our artist of the month for August.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: GEORGE MICHAEL

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: GEORGE MICHAEL

As that all-conquering paean to infidelity and heartbreak, ‘Careless Whisper’, marks its 35th anniversary we celebrate one of the most groundbreaking and versatile artists of the modern age. Mr George Michael…

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Artist of the Month: Billy Joel

Artist of the Month: Billy Joel

He just turned 70 but our Artist of the Month for June shows no sign of slowing down. With a series of massive shows this month, including a date at Wembley Stadium, it’s Mr Billy Joel.

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Artist of the Month: Primal Scream

Artist of the Month: Primal Scream

With one of the most powerful, diverse single catalogues in the history of rock – ‘Maximum Rock ‘n’ Roll: The Singles’ due out this month – our Artist of the Month for May is the unutterably incomparable Primal Scream.

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Artist of the Month: Hall & Oates

Artist of the Month: Hall & Oates

With their first UK shows in five long years kicking off in just a few weeks time, Daryl Hall and John Oates are our Artists of the Month for April.

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Artist of the Month: Billy Ocean

Artist of the Month: Billy Ocean

As Pop’s Premier Party Patriarch prepares to undertake yet another superb series of shows, we celebrate Billy Ocean, our Artist of the Month for March

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: PREFAB SPROUT

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: PREFAB SPROUT

With their newly re-mastered album, ‘I Trawl The Megahertz’ out now, pop perfectionists Prefab Sprout are our Artists of the Month for February.

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Artist of the Month: Bruce Springsteen

Artist of the Month: Bruce Springsteen

As his unmissable, ground breaking one man show ‘Springsteen On Broadway’ streams on Netflix, The Boss is our Artist of the Month for January.

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Artist of the Month: Manic Street Preachers

Artist of the Month: Manic Street Preachers

With the ‘This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours’ 20 Year Collectors’ Edition released on December 7th, our final Artist of the Month of 2018 is Manic Street Preachers.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: PAUL SIMON

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: PAUL SIMON

With ‘In The Blue Light’ released this month, and with his final tour coming to a close, our Artist of the Month for September is perhaps the greatest contributor to the American Songbook, Paul Simon.

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Artist of the Month: The Script

Artist of the Month: The Script

Ten years since their rulebook-defying, multi-platinum eponymous debut, The Script are our Artists of the Month for August.

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Artist of the Month: Teenage Fanclub

Artist of the Month: Teenage Fanclub

With a new tour and a comprehensive set of vinyl reissues on the way, our Artist of the Month for July is cult alt. rock Glaswegian outfit Teenage Fanclub…

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Artist of the Month – Ray Davies

Artist of the Month – Ray Davies

As the former Kinks frontman turns his eyes back stateside on ‘Our Country: Americana Act II’, out June 29, we present Ray Davies, our Artist of the Month for June…

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Artist of the Month: Bruce Springsteen

Artist of the Month: Bruce Springsteen

As we revisit one of The Boss’ most urgent, powerful eras, our artist of the month for May is the one and only Bruce Springsteen.

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TOP TEN DREAM SONGS

TOP TEN DREAM SONGS

Far too prolific to have a single signature tune, ‘Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)’ is nonetheless the track our Artists of the Month, Eurythmics, are perhaps best known for. but it wasn’t the first or last song about the popular nocturnal hallucinations. Here’s our dreams top ten…

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Artist of the Month: Eurythmics

Artist of the Month: Eurythmics

There are few bands that have not only come to define a decade, but also to transcend it, with music that’s inarguably timeless. Ladies and gentlemen, our Artists of the Month for March: Annie Lenox and Dave Stewart. Eurythmics.

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Artist of the Month: Toto

Artist of the Month: Toto

Legendary authors of countless Rock Classics and with brand new music surfacing shortly, our Artist of the month for February is the one and only ToTo…

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Artist of the Month – Jeff Wayne

Artist of the Month – Jeff Wayne

40 years on from perhaps his greatest masterpiece – and in the year that will see War of The Worlds return to UK stages as well as turntables worldwide – we’re celebrating the orchestral genius of Jeff Wayne.

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Artist of the Month: Adam Ant

Artist of the Month: Adam Ant

For teaching a generation that ridicule is nothing to be scared of. Ladies & Gentlemen. Our December Artist of the Month. Adam Ant.

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Artist of the Month: Roy Orbison

Artist of the Month: Roy Orbison

Joining forces with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the late Roy Orbison releases ‘A Love So Beautiful’, a re-scored collection of classics from his inimitable songbook.  We couldn’t be prouder to name America’s Maestro our Artist of the Month.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: GEORGE MICHAEL

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: GEORGE MICHAEL

One of the most groundbreaking, inventive and entertaining artists of the modern era, George Michael was also one of a handful of stars to successfully walk the line from Pop Sensation to Critically Acclaimed Artist.

For these and countless other reasons, George Michael is our Artist of the Month.

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Artist of the Month: Spandau Ballet

Artist of the Month: Spandau Ballet

With the seminal ‘Through The Barricades’ celebrating its 30th anniversary this month, the peerless Spandau Ballet are our artists of the month for September. Plus you can win a a pair of tickets to Spandau Ballet’s Through the Barricades Remastered/Revisited documentary screening and live Q&A on 12th September at The Soho Hotel.

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Artist of the Month: Elvis Presley

Artist of the Month: Elvis Presley

This month, we join the world in celebrating the life and music of Elvis Presley. The King is our Artist of the Month.

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Artist of the Month: Billy Ocean

Artist of the Month: Billy Ocean

Join us as we look back on one of the most incredible careers in pop…

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Artist of the Month: Foo Fighters

Artist of the Month: Foo Fighters

As Foo Fighters prepare to headline one of the biggest stages of them all, we’re proud to crown Dave Grohl and co our Artist of the Month for June.

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Artist of the Month – Ray Davies

Artist of the Month – Ray Davies

With his ‘Americana’ album out now, our Artist of the Month is Kinks frontman and international treasure, Ray Davies…

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Artist of the Month: Manic Street Preachers

Artist of the Month: Manic Street Preachers

Is it really 10 years since the release of Manic Street Preachers’ eighth studio album and muscular return to form, ‘Send Away The Tigers’? The Manics are our Artist of the Month for April.

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Artist of the Month: Bob Dylan

Artist of the Month: Bob Dylan

As one of the most original, influential and culturally fascinating artists to have emerged in the 20th century, the man born Robert Allen Zimmerman in Duluth, Minnesota in 1941 has also proved to be one of its most divisive…

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‘This Time It’s Personal’ – Track by Track

‘This Time It’s Personal’ – Track by Track

Dr John Cooper Clarke and The Stranglers’ Hugh Cornwell run down ‘This Time It’s Personal’ – out now – one track at a time…

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Artist of the Month: Dr John Cooper Clarke & Hugh Cornwell

Artist of the Month: Dr John Cooper Clarke & Hugh Cornwell

Affectionately known as ‘The Bard of Salford’, performance poet John Cooper Clarke’s career has spanned some 40 years…

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Six Jeff Buckley videos you shouldn’t miss

Six Jeff Buckley videos you shouldn’t miss

Jeff Buckley is our Artist of the Month throughout March. This week we uncover 6 great videos that shed a new light on our hero.

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Jeff Buckley – ‘I Know It’s Over’ Video

Jeff Buckley – ‘I Know It’s Over’ Video

Watch the video for ‘I Know It’s Over’…

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Jeff Buckley’s Record Collection

Jeff Buckley’s Record Collection

Take a look at Jeff Buckley’s musical influences…

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‘Janis: Little Girl Blue’ Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

‘Janis: Little Girl Blue’ Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Discover more about the Original Soundtrack…

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An intro to Janis Joplin (with playlists)

An intro to Janis Joplin (with playlists)

An intro to Janis Joplin’s biggest track and an insight into the 60’s with these 2 ultimate playlists

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4 great Janis Joplin performances

4 great Janis Joplin performances

Here are 4 rare and amazing performances from our Artist of the Month

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10 things you need to know about Janis Joplin

10 things you need to know about Janis Joplin

To celebrate the release of the film ‘Janis: Little Girl Blue’, Janis Joplin is our Artist of the Month for February.

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Jeff Buckley: Cover-to-Cover

Jeff Buckley: Cover-to-Cover

A Run Down Of Buckley’s Covers

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Bob Dylan: watch outraged fans at his first electric shows in England (1966)

Bob Dylan: watch outraged fans at his first electric shows in England (1966)

Bob Dylan: 3 track preview

Bob Dylan: 3 track preview

Listen to 3 tracks from the forthcoming Bootleg series now!

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Video of the week: Bob Dylan

Video of the week: Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan’s 5th album “Bringing It All Back Home” was released in 1965 and was half acoustic half electric. What’s the story behind this artwork?

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Bob Dylan: more info on The Cutting Edge 1965-1966: The Bootleg Series vol. 12

Bob Dylan: more info on The Cutting Edge 1965-1966: The Bootleg Series vol. 12

‘Bob Dylan – The Cutting Edge 1965-1966: The Bootleg Series Vol 12’ is a deluxe 6CD anthology that will be released on November 6th.

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Van Morrison: his greatest live performances

Van Morrison: his greatest live performances

Did you not get a chance to see him live in Cyprus Avenue earlier this month? Then we’ve got a surprise for you…

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Van Morrison: 3 more deep-dive playlists

Van Morrison: 3 more deep-dive playlists

Last week, we brought to you 4 ultimate playlists… This week we give you 3 new playlists to rediscover overarching themes from the Van Morrison catalogue.

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Van Morrison: the ultimate playlists

Van Morrison: the ultimate playlists

An intro to Van Morrison’s amazing catalogue with these 4 ultimate playlists.

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Van-atics from all over the world fly to Cyprus Avenue…

Van-atics from all over the world fly to Cyprus Avenue…

11 reasons why you should listen to Van Morrison right now

11 reasons why you should listen to Van Morrison right now

Stop everything you’re doing and join the club of very famous Van-atics!

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See Paul Young’s Life In Music

See Paul Young’s Life In Music

Discover Paul Young’s life in music, from his influences to favourite live shows…

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Paul Young Playlists

Paul Young Playlists

Don’t miss out on Paul Young’s Top Tracks and Ultimate Setlist playlists…

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Artist of the month: Van Morrison

Artist of the month: Van Morrison

In the UK alone, Van Morrison has earned over 20 top 20 albums, including an astounding 13 which were top 10… Van Morrison is our artist of the month for September!

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Paul Young on Top of The Pops

Paul Young on Top of The Pops

Paul Young is one of the 80s biggest stars. Let’s take a look back at his performances on Top of the Pops…

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10 Things You Need To Know About Paul Young

10 Things You Need To Know About Paul Young

Paul Young became one of the 80s biggest pop stars, but how many of these facts do you know?

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10 Miles: An annotated guide

10 Miles: An annotated guide

Federico tells us the story of Miles Davis, with 10 chosen tracks which form “the ultimate soundtrack to a large part of the 20th century”.

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Artist of the Month: Sharing The Love For Miles

Artist of the Month: Sharing The Love For Miles

There are many miles of love for Miles Davis’ recently released Bootleg 4 reissue…

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5 brilliant Foo Fighters videos

5 brilliant Foo Fighters videos

Sadly the Foos won’t be playing Glastonbury this year, but here are our top 5 favourite videos of the band, including funny Dave Grohl moments…

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The ultimate Foo Fighters set list

The ultimate Foo Fighters set list

Time to revise all your classics before Glastonbury with the ultimate playlist

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20 things you need to know about Foo Fighters

20 things you need to know about Foo Fighters

They’ve been going for 20 years and headlining Glastonbury this month… How many of these facts did you know?

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Artist of the Month: Foo Fighters

Artist of the Month: Foo Fighters

The Foo Fighters are our artist of the month. Gearing up to headline Glastonbury, the band are set to have a great summer and have lots more to come.

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Miles Davis: At Newport Bootleg Vol 4.

Miles Davis: At Newport Bootleg Vol 4.

Big news from the Miles Davis camp…

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5 brilliant Leonard Cohen videos

5 brilliant Leonard Cohen videos

We’ve selected 5 videos you have to watch!

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19 essential songs from Leonard Cohen

19 essential songs from Leonard Cohen

Every month at Legacy HQ, we will be picking essential tracks from our Artist of the Month in this brand new playlist.

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12 things you need to know about Leonard Cohen

12 things you need to know about Leonard Cohen

Did you know our Artist of the Month turned his life around aged 32? Have you ever heard ‘Hallelujah’ in hebrew?

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Leonard Cohen is our Artist of the Month

Leonard Cohen is our Artist of the Month

As his new album ‘Can’t Forget: A Souvenir of the Grand Tour’ is released this month, we will be looking back at Leonard’s finest throughout the month of May.

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