Posts From Best Classic Bands Staff
Neil Diamond Releases Classic Hits With London Symphony Orch.: Listen
The 14-song collection features new vocals from the singer-songwriter with a new interpretation of many of his most celebrated hits
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Chuck Leavell, Keyboard Legend, Subject of Documentary, ‘The Tree Man’
The musician is often referred to as the “fifth Rolling Stone,” for his longtime association with the band. His second career is also quite remarkable
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Squeeze: Socially Distanced Arena Gig Postponed Again
The event will see the venue’s capacity reduced from 20,000 to 4700. “It’s really fitting that a band from the local area are the ones to reopen our doors”
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‘They Just Seem a Little Weird’: Book Shows Impact of ’70s Bands
The 2020 book, argues that KISS, Cheap Trick, Aerosmith, and Starz laid the foundation for two seemingly opposed rock genres: hair metal and grunge
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Bruce Swedien, Grammy-Winning Collaborator with Quincy Jones on ‘Thriller,’ Dies
The engineer earned 5 Grammy Awards. “I wouldn’t even think about going into a recording session unless I knew Bruce was behind the board,” said Jones
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‘Tom Petty and Los Angeles’ Book: Interview With Author
Christopher McKittrick offers insight to Somewhere You Feel Free: Tom Petty and Los Angeles, and the colorful characters and venues that inspired TP and his music
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Elton John Opens His Vault With ‘Jewel Box’: Listen
The collection features prev. unreleased recordings from his career. “I find it hard to comprehend how prolific Bernie and I were during the early days”
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Lindsey Buckingham Sets Livestream Concert
The intimate show, live from his home studio, will feature hits from across his iconic catalog. Like so many others, his 2020 shows were cancelled
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Johnny Cash and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra LP: Listen
It’s the latest collaboration between Sony Music’s catalog division and the renowned orchestra that showcases classic recordings in a new setting
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Sinead O’Connor to Enter Rehab for Trauma and Addiction
The singer made the announcement in a series of tweets, postponing a tour until 2022. She still plans to publish her memoir in 2021
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