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Radio Hits of February 1968

A sonic blend of classic pop, R&B, psychedelic, bubblegum, and soul songs were on playlists across the U.S., topped by a sappy instrumental tune.

The Scene: How the Song Came to Be

Pete Townshend’s ‘Teenage Wasteland’

For years, he worked on an ambitious project called Lifehouse. It was intended to be another rock opera and a logical follow-up to Tommy. This song evolved into “Baba O’Riley.”

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Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson Expand Their 2026 Celebration of Rush and Neil Peart Into 2027

Four months after the pair announced their return to the stage, they’ve added many more shows around the world.

The Scene: The Classic Rock Legacy

Average White Band’s Surprise #1: ‘Pick Up the Pieces’

The Scottish band got their big break as the opening act on Clapton’s 1973 comeback tour. A year later, this instrumental single failed to chart in the U.K.

The Scene: The Classic Rock Legacy

1967 Rock Music Highlights: One Amazing Year

What a year for rock, pop and soul music! Here are some of the highlights when FM “underground” radio was starting to overtake AM Top 40.

The Scene: Rock and Roll Memories

Watch Glenn Frey and Son, Deacon, Perform Together

We can only imagine the joy that Glenn Frey must’ve had when he shared the stage with his teenaged son. Years later, Deacon Frey joined Eagles’ touring lineup.

NEWS PLUS: Top of The Pops (Charts)

Radio Hits in February 1967: B-Sides Rule

On the American Top 40 this week: plenty of favorites from Britain shared the charts with classics from the good old U.S. of A.

FEATURES: Spotlight Feature

The Heartbreak Kid: A Cringe-Inducing Classic

While still on his honeymoon, Charles Grodin’s character recognizes he’s made a mistake of epic proportions. The “there’s no deceit in the cauliflower” scene.