Posts From Best Classic Bands Staff
Ozzy Osbourne Writes Final Memoir, ‘Last Rites’
In the autobiography, announced less than two weeks before his shocking death, the “Prince of Darkness” reflects on his extraordinary life and career.
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‘Meet the Parents’ Prayer Scene: Day by Day… by Day…
It’s one cringe-inducing scene after another for Greg Focker, perfectly played by Ben Stiller in the 2000 comedy classic.
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Huey Lewis’ Last Known Performance After Hearing Loss
He canceled his tour earlier that year, telling The Today Show, “I can’t hear music.” Six months later, he sang a favorite for the first time in 8 months.
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Mark Knopfler Reissues ‘Sailing to Philadelphia’ For 25th Anniversary
The 2000 album is a fan favorite and features vocal performances by James Taylor, Van Morrison, and Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze.
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Annie Lennox is Subject of New Book, ‘Retrospective,’ A Visual Memoir
The title features more than 200 images from Polaroids and portraits to music video stills and album covers, along with personal anecdotes.
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T. Rex Get it On With Epic, Live Performance of ‘Bang a Gong’
The pioneering glam rock band enjoyed a run of ten straight Top 5 singles in their native England. This phenomenal song was their only US pop hit.
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Celebrating Balladeer Johnny Mathis, 90, Now Retired From Live Performance
The legendary singer is best known for such hits as “Chances Are,” “It’s Not for Me to Say” and “Misty.”
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Genesis Releases ‘Lamb Lies Down on Broadway’ 50th Anniv. Super Deluxe Edition
The landmark record, originally released in 1974 at the pinnacle of the band’s early success, proved to be their final studio release with their charismatic frontman Peter Gabriel.
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Radio Hits in September 1968: Nah, Nah, Nah, Nah-Nah-Nah-Nah
Los Angeles’ Top 40 powerhouse KHJ had some all-time greats in its Top 10 this week including The Beatles’ longest-running #1.
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Robert Plant Releases Mighty Fine ‘Saving Grace’ Album, Ahead of Tour
The LP, featuring a new band of distinguished players, breathes fresh life into a collection of century-old music.
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