BEST CLASSIC BANDS – CELEBRATING THE ARTISTS, MUSIC AND POP CULTURE OF THE CLASSIC ROCK ERA
Rock Hall Nominees for Class of 2026 Continues Trend Away From Rock, Towards Popular Music
Let’s face it: it may have been created with rock ‘n’ roll in mind when it began inducting artists in 1986, but over the past decade or so, it has fully morphed.
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Eagles Announce More 2026 Concerts, Beyond Vegas
After a run of 58 concerts at Sphere in Las Vegas, the band is resuming their “Long Goodbye” tour at other venues.
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Pete Townshend’s ‘Teenage Wasteland’
For years, he worked on an ambitious project called Lifehouse. It was intended to be another rock opera and a logical follow-up to Tommy. This song evolved into “Baba O’Riley.”
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‘Dancing in the Moonlight’—The Circuitous Path of the One and Only King Harvest Hit
Everybody was “Dancing in the Moonlight” in the early ’70s, but who was the band that recorded this catchy one-hit wonder? We decided to find out.
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16 Best Studio Double Albums of All-Time
In the pre-digital era, many rock legends released a two-record set. Here are favorites from The Who, Derek and the Dominos, Elton John, Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin.
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The Rolling Stones 1969 US Tour is Subject of New Book, ‘Is Everybody Ready for the Next Band?’
The title is based on previously unpublished first-hand accounts of those who attended the band’s first American tour in three years.
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Rock Hall Nominees for Class of 2026 Continues Trend Away From Rock, Towards Popular Music
Let’s face it: it may have been created with rock ‘n’ roll in mind when it began inducting artists in 1986, but over the past decade or so, it has fully morphed.
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7 Class Axes & the Guitarists Who Wielded Them
It’s magic when guitarists find an instrument that suits their style, sound and preferences. Guitar World’s Founding Editor takes a look.
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‘Paul McCartney: Man on the Run’: New Documentary Focuses on the Wings Era—Review
Much of the film revolves around the remote farm in Scotland where he retreated after the Beatles’ final concert.
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Get Ready: 12 Classic Songs by The Temptations
Our story showcases the stunning evolution of the chart-topping hits and unforgettable recordings of, most notably, Dennis Edwards, Melvin Franklin, Eddie Kendricks, David Ruffin, Otis Williams, and Paul Williams.
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Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson Expand Their 2026 Celebration of Rush and Neil Peart Into 2027
Four months after the pair announced their return to the stage, they’ve added many more shows around the world.
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12 Classic Rock Arena and Stadium Sports Crowd Rally Songs
Classics by Queen, Survivor, Tommy James & the Shondells, and Journey are often used to pump up the home team faithful during a time out.
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New Book Profiles Soul Music Greats of the ’60s-’80s
“The vitality of the voices and the vivid memories reconnected me with feelings and emotions that had been long stored in my mental attic,” said the author.
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Lovin’ Spoonful: ‘Complete Recordings 1965-1969’ Box Set Due
The set includes all of the band’s studio albums, plus two soundtracks, solo works and rarities.
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