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The Story for the drummer of Dire Straits – Pick Withers

David ‘Pick Withers’ is born on 4th April, 1948 in Leicester, England. He was the original drummer for the world renowned band, Dire Straits and played on their ...
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Mick Jagger ‘Doing Very Well’ after heart surgery

Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger is doing very well after the singer’s reported heart surgery which the singer underwent just days after the Rolling Stones postponed their upcoming ...
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He’s local, he’s a hero, but when did it all start?

Doesn’t time fly when you’re enjoying yourself. We’ve been looking back at some of the most important moments in the North East and wondering where the time went. ...
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Eric Clapton sells out three nights at Albert Hall

Legendary guitarist Eric Clapton has battled illness in recent years but he is set to play a sold-out three-night residency at London’s Royal Albert Hall in May. “I ...
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Watch Tom Petty, Eric Clapton and more Talk Laurel Canyon Music Scene in ‘Echo in the Canyon’ Trailer

The documentary, which also features Jakob Dylan, Beck and others opens in May. Tom Petty, Eric Clapton, Jakob Dylan, Beck, David Crosby, Stephen Stills, Graham Nash, Brian Wilson ...
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In remembering of Muddy Waters (April 4, 1913 – April 30, 1983)

Father of the modern blues has influenced all the great rockers in the music history. He was born on April 4, 1913 as McKinley Morganfield, known by his ...
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Sultan of Swing: Dire Straits star launches gin

Former Dire Straits frontman Mark Knopfler has launched his own gin. The guitarist has collaborated on the latest limited-edition spirit from independent manufacturer Portobello Road Gin. Gin enthusiast ...
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Eric Clapton Announces 2019 Crossroads Guitar Festival

Eric Clapton has announced the fifth installment of his Crossroads Guitar Festival. Set to take place at the American Airlines Center in Dallas from September 20-21, the festival ...
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Happy Birthday to Eric Clapton and Tracy Chapman!

March 30, is the day when the legendary guitarist Eric Clapton is born. Yesterday he celebrated his 74th birthday. Namely, Eric Patrick Clapton was born on 30 March ...
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Local Hero — cherished movie becomes marvellous musical at the Royal Lyceum, Edinburgh

With new music by Mark Knopfler, this stage adaptation of Bill Forsyth’s 1983 film is a delight. “You can put a number on anything,” sings Mac, an American ...
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