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Steely Dan at Classic East–Minus Walter Becker
As in L.A. two weeks earlier, Steely Dan founding member Walter Becker was not present for the group’s NYC set. Donald Fagen confirmed Becker’s illness.
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Keith Emerson 2017 Tribute Features Grandson and Wakeman
A Musical Celebration of His Life was held in Birmingham, UK with a 60-piece orchestra, Rick Wakeman and others. 11-year-old Ethan was a highlight
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The Peanuts Gang Performs ‘Baba O’Riley’
When The Who endorse your editing skills on social media, it’s time to take a bow. Watch how Snoopy, Schroeder and Co play a Who classic
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Mick Jagger Releases Two New Solo Songs
Without advance notice, Jagger has dropped two politically oriented tracks, available in multiple formats and in several video mixes.
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Our Favorite ‘Goodfellas’ Scene: The Copa
Martin Scorsese’s great direction is on full display in this scene from the legendary mobster pic
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Billy Joel Joins Paul McCartney Onstage in 2017
On the second-to-last night of his 8-nite NYC area “residency,” McCartney was joined by a native son for two Beatles favorites
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Wet Willie ‘Weekend’: A Simple Formula
Southern rockers Wet Willie had a simple formula to enjoy life: the weekend. It’s our Classic Video…
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Eagles Announce Next Classic Date; More to Come?
The Classic Northwest will be a one-night affair with the Doobies opening. Will there be more and will an Eagles reunion tour be announced?
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Rick Astley Reenacts ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ 35 Years Later
The British singer scored a #1 hit with the 80s dance-pop song. He also performs an AC/DC favorite—while playing the drums
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When Neil Diamond Surprised Firefighters With Performance
The singer-songwriter came out of his self-imposed retirement from performing live due to his diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease to thank his Colorado neighbors
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