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The name “Harry Nilsson” typically inspires either a blank stare or a beatific smile — very little in between. Despite being worshipped by the Beatles and envied by other singer-songwriters ever since ...

Micky Dolenz recorded one of The Monkees‘ songs using Eastern instrumentation. The cover was for a tribute album honoring the work of Mike Nesmith. Subsequently, Dolenz said the album was inspired by ...

You could be a pessimist and view Harry Nilsson through the lens of missed opportunities and squandered talent. Or you can be grateful that we were exposed to his unique brilliance, if only ...