Posts From Best Classic Bands Staff

‘Conversations With Tom Petty’ Book Gets Expanded Edition

The first authorized book to focus solely on his life and work, is by author Paul Zollo

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Grace Slick: Amazing Photo at 1969 Woodstock Festival

We asked photographer Elliott Landy, for a special image of the classic rock legend at the 1969 Woodstock Festival. And did he come through!

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Pour a Little Sugar On It: Bubblegum Music Box Set Due

The collection includes genre staples from The Archies, Lou Christie, Tommy James & the Shondells, The Cowsills, and Crazy Elephant, among its 91 tracks

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Radio Hits in August 1972: School’s Out

A re-release of “Layla” was joined in the Top 10 this week with one of the all-time great rebellious classic rock anthems

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Ozark Mountain Daredevils Celebrating With Final Tour

The seminal American rock band are known for their distinctive fusion of country, rock, and pop

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Aerosmith Retires From Touring, Cancels Farewell Run

The damage to Steven Tyler’s vocal cords, sustained during the tour’s 3rd concert, was worse than originally thought

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Track With John, George and Ringo Shared From ‘Mind Games’ 50th Anniversary Box Set

The 1973 album is being celebrated with “an immersive, deep listening experience and in-depth exploration”

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Jeff Lynne’s ELO Opens 2018 North American Tour

It marked their first U.S. concert after their long overdue Rock Hall induction. And the appreciative crowd enjoyed hit after hit

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The Concert For Bangladesh: Gently Weeping

George Harrison organized a pair of benefit concerts to aid the country of his friend Ravi Shankar. The all-star lineup provided some memorable moments

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50 Years Ago: 1974 in Music

Classic albums from Stevie, Joni, Steely Dan and others, and hit singles from Elton, McCartney and more, made ’74 a year to remember.

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