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'Sweet Home Alabama' co-writer dies; John Lennon 'Imagine' demo released; Aretha Franklin left no will

August 23, 2018

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We're remembering Lynyrd Skynyrd's Ed King, who has died at 68. We also take a listen to a newly-released 'Imagine' demo, and watch Interpol's new music video starring Kristen Stewart. In other headlines, Aretha Franklin left no will; a prominent opera singer has been accused of sexual assault; and the white suit Michael Jackson wore on the cover of 'Thriller' has been replicated for sale. [Songs sampled: Jahzzar - Comedie (CC BY SA 4.0), BoxCat Games - Against the Wall (CC BY 3.0), Michael Jackson - Thriller, John Lennon - Imagine (demo), Lynyrd Skynyrd - Sweet Home Alabama, Interpol - If You Really Love Nothing]