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Nov 2016
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Rolling Stone Magazine

Bbc World Service
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In November 1967 an iconic popular culture magazine was launched in the US. It quickly became known for its music coverage, interviews with stars and in depth political reporting. Ashley Byrne has been speaking to Michael Lydon, the first managing editor of 'Rolling Stone' Magazine.

Photo: Front page of the first issue of "Rolling Stone" magazine, 9 November 1967 (Credit: Alamy)

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