Posts From Best Classic Bands Staff
‘Local Hero’ Musical, With New Music From Mark Knopfler: Reviews
A new stage adaptation of the 1983 film features music by the ex-Dire Straits leader, who also provided the music for the original
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Sting Releasing New Album, ‘My Songs’: Listen
The album comprising hits from his career, both with the Police (“Message in a Bottle”) and solo (“Brand New Day”), each “reshaped and reimagined for 2019″
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Yardbirds ‘Live and Rare’ Boxed Set Released: Listen
The band’s career from its blues beginnings to the psychedelic hard rock that lay the foundation for Led Zeppelin is charted across five discs.
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Happy 50th Birthday to the Allman Brothers Band!
Exactly 50 years ago, six musicians got together in Florida for their first rehearsal. Today they are American music legends.
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Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie Plan London ‘Party’
The R&B star will sing his biggest hits and will bring along his good friend and fellow Motown legend Lionel Richie, who also plans his own tour and album.
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Bob Dylan: Face Value Exhibit Opening
The exhibition in Tulsa will include his portrait series, drawings, filmed performances, writings, personal effects and ephemera exclusive to the Archive
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Ronnie Lane Gets 6-CD Solo Years Box Set
Pete Townshend says, about the box, “For me the music here brings a joyful tear. How wonderful to get a sense of the entire arc of Ronnie’s work.”
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Elton John Announces ‘Me’ Autobiography
The classic rock legend chose his 72nd birthday to reveal its name and cover. He’s in the midst of his farewell tour, and is the subject of a 2019 biopic
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Steve Perry’s 1st Official Video in 25 Years: Watch
A ballad, “We’re Still Here,” follows “No Erasin'” and “No More Cryin'” from the former Journey singer. The solo LP was his first in 24 years
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John Fogerty Joins Billy Joel at MSG: Watch
As the Piano Man continues his record-setting residency at The World’s Most Famous Arena, he is often joined by fellow rock legends
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