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Another Death at Bonnaroo. if It's Drugs, It's Trouble...
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Digital Music News
Death happens, every day. So why should festivals be different? Well, as the news of a second death at Bonnaroo emerges, there's now a giant 'what's next?' to consider. Maybe this blows over. Or maybe, because of drug-related reasons, it doesn't. Maybe you think Bonnaroo is untouchable. But this is America,a society that remains staunchly committed to its War on Drugs. And one that blows billions stuffing jails on drug-related offenses. That's another story entirely, though community reactions are unpredictable ...
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Jazz and Drugs in 1960
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JazzWax by Marc Myers
For the November 1960 issue of Playboy, the magazine assembled a panel of musicians to discuss drug addiction in the jazz world and the public's perception of jazz as a result. The topic was a hot one back then, coming off the 1950s. And yet in historical perspective, the topic's urgency seems somewhat ludicrous. Within seven years, drugs would become an integral part of the rock and youth culture, resulting in psychedelic album covers, masses of stoned concertgoers and rock-star ...
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Michael Jackson's Pseudonyms for Drugs
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Michael Ricci
Investigators target Michael Jackson's pseudonyms. Associates say the pop singer had long used false names to acquire prescriptions, a violation of federal and state laws designed to curb drug abuse.
At least five physicians are focus of probe. For those who live in the tabloid cross hairs, the fake name is essential. Privacy-seeking celebrities have standard pseudonyms for checking into hotels, booking spa appointments, reserving restaurant tables, advertising for help and setting up visits to the doctor's office.
But when ...
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The War on Drugs Tour
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JamBase
ONE OF JAMBASE'S DISCOVERIES OF 2008 RETURNS TO THE STATES
The War On Drugs In the six months since The War on Drugs released their critically acclaimed Wagonwheel Blues, a subtly haunting slab full of hooks and undertows full of warped presence, the band has spent the bulk of their time overseas. Beginning December 9 in Pontiac, Michigan, the group will hit NYC, Rock Island, Pittsburgh, Chicago, Bloomington and their hometown of Philadelphia with a handful of dates.
Uncut's Alan ...
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