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Music News

David Roback, Mazzy Star Guitarist, Dead At 61

February 26, 2020 • The musician was a prominent member of the 1980s "Paisley Underground" scene in his native LA before gaining commercial success with Mazzy Star in the early '90s.

Between Love And Hate: A Valentine's Day Playlist

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All Songs Considered

Between Love And Hate: A Valentine's Day Playlist

February 14, 2019 • This Valentine's Day, we wanted to know: Can the same song be both a great love song and a breakup song?

Mazzy Star Returns With 'Quiet, The Winter Harbour'

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Review

All Songs Considered

Mazzy Star Returns With 'Quiet, The Winter Harbour'

April 18, 2018 • Hope Sandoval's timeless voice breaches reality once more, bringing with it news of an EP out this summer.

Review: Mazzy Star, 'Seasons Of Your Day'

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Review

First Listen

Review: Mazzy Star, 'Seasons Of Your Day'

September 15, 2013 • Mazzy Star's first album in 17 years arrives as the band's sound is being echoed by artists like Beach House.