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How the 1992 VMAs Exemplified Rock’s Generational Power StruggleHow the 1992 VMAs Exemplified Rock’s Generational Power StruggleStar-studded performances and epic backstage feuds made 1992 ceremony one for the books.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
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When Poison Imploded at the 1991 MTV VMAsWhen Poison Imploded at the 1991 MTV VMAsDisastrous performance led to guitarist C.C. DeVille's firing.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Why REO Speedwagon, Iron Maiden Dominated Early MTV: Book ExcerptWhy REO Speedwagon, Iron Maiden Dominated Early MTV: Book ExcerptA passage from 'Duran Duran's Rio' explains why certain bands were all over the network at first.Annie ZaleskiAnnie Zaleski
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