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Steely Dan, Doobie Brothers Set Co-Headline Tour
Fans will be able to see two of the biggest names in classic rock this spring and summer. See if they’re playing near you
Read MoreRose Marie, Wise-Cracking Comedienne, Dies
The accomplished actress and singer is best remembered for her roles on TV’s The Dick Van Dyke Show and Hollywood Squares
Read MoreRingo Starr to Receive Knighthood
All four Beatles received their MBE in 1965 but Paul McCartney was the only member to receive knighthood. Sir Paul is said to have urged the Queen saying “It’s about time”
Read MoreCat Stevens’ Comeback Tour Continues
The singer-songwriter first brought his “A Cat’s Attic” tour to North American audiences in 2016. Now with a new album, he’s played South Africa, Australia and New Zealand
Read MorePhil Collins’ Comeback Continues
Five months after his summer dates in the U.K, France and Germany, the musician returned to the stage for a mini-UK tour. Fans in other countries are hoping he’ll announce a 2018 tour
Read MoreHeartbreakers’ Campbell, Tench Thank Devoted Fans
The longtime bandmates tell about the “devastating” loss but also about “keeping the dream alive.” But it’s way too early to see what the future will be
Read MoreEagles Announce Initial 2018 Tour Dates
The band’s manager gave Best Classic Bands the exclusive news that they would be touring. Check out who they’ll be performing with
Read MoreDavid Cassidy in Critical Condition: Organ Failure
The ’70s teen idol of ‘Partridge Family’ fame is in a Florida hospital with unspecified organ failure. He retired from performing this year due to dementia.
Read MoreEagles to Tour in 2018, Says Manager: Exclusive
The band’s longtime manager, Irving Azoff, has told BestClassicBands.com that “live dates are planned [but] any studio recordings are unlikely. Our interview…
Read MoreJeff Lynne’s ELO Tour? It’s No Longer a Rumor!
We’ve been down this road before, waiting in vain for an announcement. But a new website promises fans first dibs on 2018 tour details.
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