BEST CLASSIC BANDS – CELEBRATING THE ARTISTS, MUSIC AND POP CULTURE OF THE CLASSIC ROCK ERA

Eyewitnesses to The Beatles at the Hollywood Bowl in 1965

For anyone at the famed Fab Four appearances it was an experience to remember for the rest of their lives. We spoke to many in attendance.

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Remembering Gene Wilder, With Some Classic Film Clips

The rubber-faced actor starred in a long list of comedy roles in such beloved Mel Brooks movies as Blazing Saddles, Young Frankenstein and The Producers.

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‘Body Heat’: 1981’s Double Dealing Movie Thriller

The steamy box-office hit starred William Hurt and Kathleen Turner, in her film debut. “You’re not too smart are you,” she says. “I like that in a man.”

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Did Anything Say ’80s as Much as Bananarama?

If you are of a certain age, your favorite female band or girl group may very well have been this trio.

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Frank Zappa & the Mothers’ Debut LP, ‘Freak Out!,’ Gets 60th Anniversary Expanded Box Set

The expanded edition includes several mixes and unreleased live and studio recordings from the era.

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Squeeze’s 2026 Album, ‘Trixies,’ is a New/Old Gem—Review

Written by the teenaged Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook, it’s got the hook-filled tunes that the songwriting duo has long been known for.

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When Dolly Parton Wrote a Song For Johnny Carson

In 1979, the beloved singer, actress and philanthropist was a year away from true superstardom when she appeared on The Tonight Show.

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12 Overlooked Rock Songs of 1967

Sure, there was ‘Surrealistic Pillow’ and ‘Are You Experienced,’ but AM radio staples by the 4 Seasons, the Hollies and a guy who whistled were all part of the ’67 music scene.

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The Number One Singles of 1969

27 different songs reached the top on the U.S. singles chart including eight classics that were #1 for three weeks or more.

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After 64 Years, the Hollies Announce They Are Calling It Quits

The group’s many hits include “Bus Stop,” “Carrie Anne,” “He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother,” “The Air That I Breathe” and “Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress).”

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Keith Moon: Rock’s Greatest Drummer

We celebrate the career of the man who thought what he played with The Who was “lead drums” with some insights from those who knew/admired him, and some amazing videos.

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