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Julia Cumming isn't Debbie Harry, she's Burt Bacharach

She was the darling of the New York indie scene fronting Sunflower Bean — but, bored with its macho ‘leather jacket pageantry’, she has reinvented herself as a classic solo songwriter, writes Lisa Wright

Evening Standard

“A man walked into the party with a big long scarf. He looked at the mirror, whisked his scarf around his neck and tilted his hat slightly to the left. I thought, ‘Wow, he’s really vain’”: The No 1 song that propelled Carly Simon to stardom

It also left legions of fans speculating on who it was actually about

MusicRadar

Quick Facts About John Forte: Net Worth, Early Life, Drug Sentence and Sudden Death

John Forte, Grammy-nominated Fugees collaborator, found dead at 50. He served seven years for drug charges before Bush commuted his sentence.

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10 Photos of John Forté: Grammy Nominee Found Dead at 50 as Mystery Surrounds Cause of Death

John Forté, the Grammy-nominated Fugees collaborator, has died aged 50. Police say no foul play as questions linger.

International Business Times UK

John Forté dead: Grammy-nominated musician known for work with the Fugees dies at 50

Grammy-nominated musician John Forté, celebrated for his work with the Fugees and Refugee Camp All-Stars, has died at the age of 50. He was found dead at his home in Chilmark, Massachusetts, on Monday afternoon, police confirmed.

The Independent UK

Cat Stevens says he inspired Carly Simon's classic You're So Vain

Cat Stevens has declared that he was one of the inspirations for his former lover Carly Simon's track You're So Vain amid the ongoing mystery regarding who the song is referring to.

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Carly Simon 'Playing Possum' Album Cover Is Similar To Sabrina Carpenter's - Here's Why The Veteran Artist Is Defending It

The 'You're So Vain' singer has spoken up amidst controversy surrounding Sabrina Carpenters new album cover. Simon's own album cover for 'Playing Possum' received similar backlash 50 years ago.

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“I Am Lonely”: Val Kilmer Spent Final Years Alone Despite Dating Hollywood Beauties For Decades

Val Kilmer “couldn’t wait to kiss” Angelina Jolie on set while Ellen Barkin was the “enchantresses who got away.” But one actress left him crying for 6 months. The post “I Am Lonely”: Val Kilmer Spent Final Years Alone Despite Dating Hollywood Beauties For Decades first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Everybody dance: Nile Rodgers’ 20 greatest tracks – ranked!

As the 72-year-old prepares for Glastonbury with Chic, we rate the best of his guitar licks and songwriting magic for Madonna, Diana Ross, Sister Sledge and more

The Guardian - UK

Saturn’s moons, royal songs and sporting politicians – take the Thursday quiz

Questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Guardian - UK

Richard Perry obituary

Acclaimed American record producer who worked with the Beatles, Carly Simon, Barbra Streisand and Rod Stewart

The Guardian - UK

Record Producer Richard Perry Dies At 82

Renowned record producer Richard Perry, known for hits like “You’re So Vain,” passes at 82, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry.

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Richard Perry, record producer behind ‘You’re So Vain’, dies at 82

Perry, who also produced records for Rod Stewart and Ringo Starr, died at a Los Angeles hospital

The Independent UK

“I have never heard a better ‘rock’ piano”: From The Beatles to Bowie, Queen to Elton John, how the rich, distinctive tone of the Trident Studios house piano graced the grooves of some of the finest songs ever recorded

It’s what Macca played on Hey Jude

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The Best '70s-Style Haircuts to Emulate

It's not just the Farrah Fawcett feathered cut—there's a ton of inspiration here.

Marie Claire

Are they *really* a narcissist? What psychotherapists want you to know about Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Narcissism might be a buzzword, but the condition exists, and its impact is devastating

Salon

The story of Carly Simon's Good Old Days

Highlights from Simon's first three albums showcase Jac Holzman's mentorship of the iconic singer-songwriter

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25+ Fun Facts About Chevy Chase And The Comedian’s Legendary Career

One of the heavyweights of comedy, Chevy Chase has led a fascinating and wild life, here are some of the best facts about it.

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The Independent UK

At New York Fashion Week, music can be as crucial as clothes

The carpets have been rolled up and the racks of clothes have disappeared, leaving only a few stray feathers and sequins behind as another New York Fashion Week ends

Newcastle Herald

Stadium starstruck by Kidman and Urban glamour couple

THE hallowed turf of McDonald Jones Stadium isn't foreign ground when it comes to star power. It's played host to football icon David Beckham, turned green and gold for the Socceroos and Matildas and been the playground of rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns. But Newcastle isn't LA, or even Sydney,…

The Orange County Register

50 years ago, these were the No. 1 albums of 1973 (and a few other classics, too)

In 1973 the album charts got weird. Sure, there were classic albums by iconic artists such as Paul McCartney, the Rolling Stones and Elton John that topped the charts that year. Two different ones in Elton’s case.

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Alanis Morissette explains Rock & Roll Hall of Fame absence, calls out ‘environment that reduces women’

Alanis Morissette has something you oughta know — but she’s only hinting at what it is.

Salon

Why Alanis dumped the Rock Hall of Fame

The singer was supposed to honor Carly Simon by singing "You're So Vain," but dropped out suddenly Saturday

The Independent UK

Alanis Morissette says she dropped out of Rock Hall of Fame ceremony due to sexist environment

‘I have spent decades in an industry that is rife with an overarching anti-woman sentiment,’ singer wrote in statement

Bangkok Post

'I'm a rock star now!': Dolly, Eminem join Rock Hall of Fame

Dolly Parton led a supergroup in a rousing rendition of "Jolene" as Eminem brought the entire room to its feet at Saturday's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame gala, which inducted its most eclectic group of legends in years in an ode to rock's spirit.

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