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When rocker Eddie Cochran released “Summertime Blues” in August 1958, the concept of “the song of summer” was born. It had a catchy melody with a chugging beat and lyrics that anyone whose summer wasn ...

Fans of rhythm and flavor explored the summertime tradition of the Jazz & Rib Fest in downtown Columbus once again. Open to barbecue fanatics and jazz lovers alike, the Scioto Mile welcomed the ...

The latest entry in Lil Wayne's best-selling Tha Carter series — he's up to Tha Carter VI — debuts at No. 2, largely on the strength of streaming. Strong streaming numbers are a recipe for sustained ...

Hang on to the last gasps of the season — and prepare for the encroaching fall — with songs by Lana Del Rey, Maxwell, Pavement and more. By Jon Pareles Labor Day weekend is looming, and with it the ...

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Summer officially doesn’t end until mid-September, but Labor Day often is considered the final big bash of the season. If you’ve not already filled your weekend with plans of cookouts, camping trips, ...

Temperatures are rising and Hot Summer Nights is back with its biggest lineup yet. Across 17 venues in the Red River Cultural District, more than 140 local bands will take the stage July 24 - 26 at ...