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Cat Stevens says near-death experiences led him to Islam

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The Independent UK

Cat Stevens says he was left clinging by his fingertips during near-death experience

Revered folk artist had a number of brushes with death early in life

The Independent UK

“Cat Stevens asked me to play on his recordings…it never got to the point where I felt like I could add as much as I wanted”: Eric Johnson reflects on his early session career with Carole King and Christopher Cross – and getting fired by Donald Fagen

While the Texas virtuoso loved session work, he preferred to take more time over his creations – and his experiences paved the way for him to become one of guitar’s all-time greats

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“We were opening for Deep Purple, and Ritchie Blackmore got food poisoning and was in the hospital overnight”: How a support slot with Deep Purple and a last-minute guitarist replacement led to Eric Johnson meeting Christopher Cross

Johnson cut his teeth as a session player for the likes of Cat Stevens, Carole King, Steve Morse, and, of course, Christopher Cross

Guitar World

I’m no Ed Sheeran fan, but he’s right: when it comes to musical plagiarism, guilt is in the ear of the listener

Musical history is littered with cases like the failed $100m suit against the singer, and they risk stifling pop music, says music journalist Simon Price

The Guardian - UK

"I don't know how we did it. Well, I do actually. We snorted a lot of cocaine": Elkie Brooks looks back on wild times with Vinegar Joe and six decades of rock'n'roll

Catch British singer Elkie Brooks on her farewell tour after more than half a century at the microphone

Louder

Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts to headline BST Hyde Park

The Canadian-American singer will be supported by Yusuf/Cat Stevens and Van Morrison for the Friday set on July 11.

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Musicians Protest AI Law Changes With Silent Album Release

Over 1,000 UK musicians release protest album against potential AI law changes, supported by renowned artists. Concerns raised over impact on artists' cont...

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In Memoriam: A tribute to the musicians we lost in 2024

Musicians who died in 2024 include Paul Di'Anno, Wayne Kramer, Dickey Betts, Steve Harley, Duane Eddy, Steve Albini and more

Louder

“I had no control whatsoever. I was about to drown. I saw my life disappearing in front of me”: The epic story of Cat Stevens, the 70s superstar who turned his back on music

How Cat Stevens became one of music’s biggest stars – then walked away from it

Louder

"It felt as though there were three guitars behind me that night": The night Jimi Hendrix saved Engelbert Humperdinck

Crooner Engelbert Humperdinck reveals how Jimi Hendrix became his guitarist – for one night only

Louder

A beginner's guide to Cat Stevens in six essential albums

Despite a string of hits including Matthew & Son, I'm Gonna Get Me a Gun and Wild World, Cat Stevens was always a reluctant star. These are his best albums

Louder

Ben Elton: ‘I often felt a one-man cliché in the 80s’

The comedian, 65, talks about Elton John, Cat Stevens, unrequited love and pious anti-sexist, anti-racist ranting

The Guardian - UK

"I remember this cold, damp day in Barnes Cemetery, lugging this plexiglas coffin around with Mickey Mouse": The curious story of Free's debut album

Recorded for just £800, Free’s Tons Of Sobs remains one of rock’s greatest debut albums

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Gerry Conway, drummer with Fairport Convention, Jethro Tull, Pentangle and more, dead at 76

Gerry Conway's death has been confirmed by Fairport Convention

Guitar World

How the 1960s Gibson J-200 upset acoustic purists but remained King of the flat-tops in the eyes of the Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival and Yusuf/Cat Stevens

The bridge was the one thing the purists just couldn't cross, but those who did found an acoustic bursting with songs and a tone that could not be matched

The Guardian - UK

‘I hate karaoke!’ Albert Hammond Jr’s honest playlist

The Strokes guitarist grew up on Phil Collins and has Cat Stevens as his alarm tone, but when it comes to the bedroom, he prefers a long player

The Independent UK

Celebrity birthdays for the week of July 16-22

Celebrities having birthdays during the week of July 16-22 include singer Don Henley, Broadway composer Alan Menken and actor Billie Lourd

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Daily Mirror

The wrinkly musicians still rocking the world - but when will they be dethroned?

A host of big names are proving pop music isn't the domain of rebellious youngsters - but while one music lover is in his element, a younger fan thinks it's time to get off the stage

Evening Standard

Yusuf Islam/Cat Stevens at Glastonbury review: a warmly likeable legend wins over new and old fans

When it comes down to pure songwriting chops, Stevens can compete with anyone on Worthy Farm

The Independent UK

Cat Stevens gives special shout out to Ricky Gervais during Glastonbury Legends set

The comedian celebrated his birthday on Sunday 25 June

The Independent UK

Glastonbury 2023, Sunday live: Elton John plays final UK show to one of festival’s biggest ever audiences

Rocket Man bids farewell as he played what could be his final live show in the UK, with a jaw-dropping, career-spanning set of his greatest songs

Manchester Evening News

Glastonbury fans says Yusuf/Cat Stevens has 'still got it' as he gives 'timeless' performance

The legendary singer-songwriter performed his biggest hits at the festival

The Independent UK

Yusuf / Cat Stevens review, Glastonbury 2023: Legendary artist comes across as a folk Nile Rodgers

Cat Stevens more than earns his place in the Legends slot, while country rebels The Chicks pick their covers wisely

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How to watch Elton John at Glastonbury live online for free, full Sunday lineup

Our guide explains how to watch Elton John at Glasto and Sunday’s acts live from anywhere, with live streams of Glastonbury Festival 2023 online free through BBC iPlayer.

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