Posts From Best Classic Bands Staff
Mar 5, 2023: Gary Rossington, Last Remaining Founding Member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Dies
The guitarist had a history of heart issues. He returned to the stage in 2021 four months after successful surgery.
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Fleetwood Mac World Tour: Details Slowly Emerge
As a full band, they did one concert in 2016 and just two more in 2017. That all changes in 2018, as a “massive trek around the planet” is being planned
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Remembering Valerie Carter, Singer with James Taylor and Others
She enjoyed a brief solo career but her mark was made as a backup singer on recordings and tours for dozens of classic rock acts
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When John Lennon Made His ‘Beatles Bigger Than Jesus’ Remark
He did not mean it as a boast, but rather a wry commentary on how pop culture was overtaking religious traditions in the modern world. The quote didn’t emerge in the US until 4 months later
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Mar 4, 2021: Tony Hendra, Who Played Bumbling ‘Spinal Tap’ Manager, Dies
The British actor, comedian, director and author passed from ALS at age 79. His best known role was as the hapless Ian Faith in the mockumentary classic
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March 3, 1978: Van Halen Begins First Tour
It was initially supposed to be a few weeks on the road, but it eventually lasted eight months and more than 170 shows as the band became stars
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When Page, Clapton, Beck and May Met Queen Elizabeth
In 2005, Her Majesty hosted an event to honor the British music industry. The moment when four legendary guitarists met her is captured in a classic video
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Nancy Sinatra and ‘Boots,’ Her Surprise #1 Hit
A popular trend at clubs inspired its songwriter to come up with the clever lyrics to this song which became a #1 smash in 1966.
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When Bruce Springsteen Covered the Bee Gees’ ‘Stayin’ Alive’
When he planned his setlists for the Australian leg of his 2014 tour with the E Street Band, he decided to open most of the shows with a nod to local acts.
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Smithsonian Rocks: Behind the Fan Photo Book
The Smithsonian asked fans to send them rock-related photos and stories. We spoke with the author about the making of ‘Smithsonian Rock and Roll.”
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