Tag "best classic bands"

Feb 29, 1980: Buddy Holly Glasses Given to Widow

His trademark black specs were sitting in a file for decades until discovered by law enforcement who gave them to Maria Elena

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Eric Clapton Returns to London’s Royal Albert Hall

Slowhand returned for just his 3rd concert of 2017, following the postponement of 2 dates in Los Angeles earlier this year. Watch him perform several of his hits

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February 28, 1996: Original Kiss Members Reunite

The Grammy appearance was the first time by the reunited original line-up in 17 years and was followed by a worldwide tour. Ace Frehley: “Things got weird…”

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Feb 27, 1971: Janis Joplin’s ‘Pearl’ Hits #1 for 9-Week Run

It was the album that fulfilled the Texas-born blues-rock singer’s artistic promise. Alas she was gone and unable to enjoy its success.

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Feb 26, 1997: The Beatles Win 3 Grammys

The history of the Fab Four and the Grammy Awards is strange and disappointing. Despite their remarkable output, they were largely overlooked while active

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Feb 25, 1993: Marshall Tucker’s Toy Caldwell Dies

The guitarist and primary songwriter for one of southern rock’s leading bands was just 45

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Feb 25, 2019: Talk Talk Frontman Mark Hollis’ Death Revealed

The synth-pop had several 1980s hits including 1984’s “It’s My Life.” Hollis co-founded the band and was also their principal songwriter

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Feb 24, 1992: Kurt Cobain-Courtney Love Wedding

With a baby on the way, the Nirvana front man tied the knot with the leader of the band Hole. One of Nirvana’s members chose not to attend

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Feb 23, 2000: Santana Sweeps Grammy Awards

The legendary guitarist tied the record set by Michael Jackson for most wins in a night. Prior to his “Supernatural” success, he had won only one

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When Jethro Tull Won the First Metal Grammy

The winning act may have deserved an award, but not for this category. “Everybody took it for granted that Metallica were gonna win, including Metallica…”

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