BEST CLASSIC BANDS – CELEBRATING THE ARTISTS, MUSIC AND POP CULTURE OF THE CLASSIC ROCK ERA
12 Overlooked Rock Songs of 1974
These dozen tracks, from Eric Clapton, Robin Trower, Carole King and Yes are absolutely worth listening to again.
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When the Rolling Stones Played a Free Concert in Havana, Cuba
Our interview with film director Paul Dugdale on the challenges he faced shooting the landmark 2016 concert and the audience’s reaction to seeing the Stones perform.
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When John Lennon Gave His Signed Copy of The Beatles’ ‘Butcher’ Cover To a Teenaged Fan
Before he became a successful record company promotion man, Dave Morrell was an 18-year-old music fan who dug the Beatles. He shares a one-of-a-kind story from his book.
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Herb Alpert, 90, Adds 2026 Tour Dates With Reformed Tijuana Brass Band
He continues to commemorate the 60th anniversary of his historic album Whipped Cream & Other Delights performing hits like “The Lonely Bull,” “Spanish Flea,” “Taste of Honey” and his vocal smash, “This Guy’s In Love With You.”
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Chip Taylor, Songwriter of ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies
His garage-rock classic was a #1 single for The Troggs in 1966.
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David Porter, Stax Records Songwriting Giant, Publishing His Memoir, ‘The Soul Man’
Written with Isaac Hayes, his compositions became hits for Sam and Dave, Carla Thomas, Johnnie Taylor and others.
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12 Overlooked Rock Songs of 1974
These dozen tracks, from Eric Clapton, Robin Trower, Carole King and Yes are absolutely worth listening to again.
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Bob Dylan, Turning 85, Adds Dates to 2026 Tour
The “Rough and Rowdy Ways” tour was originally billed from 2021-2024 but continues to be extended. He’ll turn 85 on May 24.
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Radio Hits of 1973: All Aboard
The Allman Brothers Band had their biggest pop hit. Elton John scored four. Jim Croce had two #1s, one posthumously. The year featured a great blend of pop, R&B and rock.
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Aerosmith’s Debut Album Gets ‘Legendary Edition’
The 1973 album’s success would be one of rock ‘n’ roll’s most famous slow-burn underdog stories.
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13 Great Covers of Beach Boys Songs
Fellow stars have recorded terrific interpretations of such favorites as “I Get Around,” “Fun, Fun, Fun” and “Good Vibrations.”
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Happy Birthday, Bruce Willis!
The beloved actor is best known for such iconic roles as the Die Hard films and the Moonlighting TV series. In 2023, his family revealed he has dementia.
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Leonard Cohen: His “Gloomy” ‘Songs of Love and Hate’
His third studio album cemented his reputation as “the grocer of despair.”
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12 Classic Rock Songs That Feature a Famous Guest Musician
Linda Ronstadt joined Warren Zevon, members of the Beach Boys guested on a Chicago hit, and two future members of Led Zeppelin played on a Donovan favorite while serving as session performers.
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