Posts From Best Classic Bands Staff
Live Nation Continues 2026 ‘Summer of Live’ Tickets
It’s the 12th year in a row with inexpensive seats for scores of artists at over 4,000 shows.
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Frankie Valli, 92, is Now Retired, Says Brother
Bobby Valli wrote, “He has reached a place in his life where his family is there to love, cherish and to be there for him. We appreciate your love and concern.”
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Ritchie Blackmore Plays ‘Smoke on the Water’ With Deep Purple For First Time in 33 Years
The band is on a major tour to support their new studio album, Splat! The guitar legend exited the band in 1975.
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Rod Stewart Cancels Concert Tour Following Heart Procedure
“I want to thank the doctors, nurses and everyone who has taken such wonderful care of me,” he said.
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Judy Collins Sets Farewell Tour, ‘Sweet Judy Blue Eyes’
The milestone run began in summer 2026 and continues well into 2027.
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Photographer Henry Diltz Sets ‘Behind the Lens’ 2026 Tour
The legend has shot over 250 album covers and was the official photographer at the 1969 Woodstock festival.
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Jimmy Buffett Coral Reefers Band Documentary Coming
“Capturing these stories was especially important because, like Jimmy himself, many of the original players are no longer with us,” said the film’s director in a statement.
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American Graffiti: An Appreciation on Its Anniversary
George Lucas’ 1973 coming-of-age movie, starring Ron Howard and Richard Dreyfuss, was a springboard to success for many of its actors.
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Paul Simon’s ‘Graceland’: New Book Looks Back at the Making of a Game-Changer
The book is drawn from extensive research and exclusive interviews with nearly 100 participants and witnesses including musicians, producers, engineers, record executives and journalists.
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Country Rock Anthology: Before the Gold Rush 1966-1973 Box Set Due
The 3-CD set, spanning 76 tracks, chronicles the early days of the genre, with such acts as Buffalo Springfield, The Byrds, The Flying Burrito Brothers and Poco.
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