Kenneth Partridge's work has appeared in such publications as USA Today, the Village Voice and the Hartford Courant, as well as online at MTV Hive and HowAboutWe, among other sites. He's helped to edit two encyclopedias -- one on Latin music, the other on reggae -- and penned biographies about Louis Armstrong and the opera singer Marian Anderson. He lives in Brooklyn, N.Y., with his beloved wife and slightly less beloved record collection.
Kenneth Partridge
Funniest Guitar Faces
The guitar face -- the look axemen get when they're too caught up in the majesty of shredding to worry about how ridiculous they look -- is typically associated with metal and classic rock.
Black Keys Drummer Patrick Carney Marries Emily Ward
Congratulations are in order for Black Keys drummer Patrick Carney, who married Emily Ward on Saturday at their home in Nashville, the Associated Press reports.
Cherry Poppin’ Daddies, ‘The Babooch’ – Song Premiere
Exclusive: Stream 'The Babooch,' the swingin' new single from Cherry Poppin' Daddies.
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David Bowie Announces New Album, Unveils New Song + Video
David Bowie has shocked fans with the release of a new song, 'Where Are We Now?' and news of a new album, his first since 2003. The announcement came early this morning (Jan. 8), as the rock icon -- a recluse in recent years -- celebrated his 66th birthday by launching a new website and dishing on the details of his long-awaited comeback.
Bobby Womack Suffering From Alzheimer’s Disease
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2013 Grammy Nominations
The nominations have been announced for the 2013 Grammy Awards, and fun., Florence and the Machine, the Black Keys, Jack White, Mumford and Sons and Frank Ocean -- a nominee in six categories -- are among the Diffuser-friendly artists who will compete for gramophone statuettes at the 55th annual ceremony.
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