Allison Rapp is a New York City-based music and culture journalist. Her work has appeared in Brooklyn Magazine, City Limits and more. She tweets at @allisonrapp22
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Letter Signed by John Lennon on Day of His Murder Up for Auction
A legal document dated Dec. 8, 1980, is expected to fetch over $50,000.

Tom Petty’s Death: Five Years Later
Surviving members of the Heartbreakers have persevered, mostly through song.

Listen to the Beatles’ First Take of ‘Tomorrow Never Knows’
Track will be included in upcoming 'Revolver' box set.

40 Years Ago: Marvin Gaye Seeks Solace With ‘Sexual Healing’
Hit earned a pair of awards at the 1983 Grammys, the only two R&B legend claimed during his lifetime.

25 Years Ago: Bob Dylan Plays for the Pope
Not everyone was amused by the unusual performance.

55 Years Ago: The Beatles Begin Filming ‘Magical Mystery Tour’
It's difficult to describe the plot, namely because there really wasn't one.

Beatles’ Remixed and Expanded ‘Revolver’ Box Finally Gets Release Date
First taste of the long-awaited set is a remix of George Harrison's album-opening "Taxman."

Micky Dolenz Sues FBI Over Monkees File
Litigation proceedings are intended to reveal the rest of a heavily redacted file on the group.

26 Rock ‘n’ Roll College Courses
Class will now begin.

Little River Band Singer John Farnham Diagnosed With Cancer
Singer says he's grateful for the "very best specialist healthcare professionals."