Posts From Best Classic Bands Staff
Fillmore West Site to Reopen for Concerts, Events
The space that once hosted legendary concerts by everyone from the Dead and the Airplane to Aretha and Santana will once again feature live music.
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Neil Young Announces Solo Dates
A burst of concert activity from the musician who just complete a five-date mini-tour reunion with Crazy Horse. See if he’s playing near you
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George Martin Biography Vol. 2 The Later Years, Due
Sound Pictures: The Life of Beatles Producer George Martin, The Later Years 1966-2016 picks up where 2017’s The Early Years left off
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Squeeze Filling Up 2018 Calendar
The rejuvenated band, as always led by Chris Difford + Glenn Tilbrook, added new members in 2017. They’re touring together and solo this year
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Chicago Adds to Busy Summer Calendar
Chicago has added several new dates to follow up their joint tour with REO Speedwagon. Chicago will perform one of their legendary albums in its entirety
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Dead or Alive Drummer Steve Coy Dies at 56
The Liverpool-based dance-pop band is best known for its 1985 #11 hit “You Spin Me Round (Like a Record).” Coy’s passing follows that of singer Pete Burns.
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Bruce Springsteen Releasing 1996 Live Show
The intimate acoustic concert at his former parochial school in his hometown was a benefit. The Boss pulled out a number of rarities and premiered a new tune.
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Paul McCartney Receives Companion of Honour at Palace
Some 20 years after he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II, he became a member of another very select group. “I love the Queen”
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Paul Simon ‘The Life’ Authorized Biography Due
The author spoke with the musician for more than 100 hours of interviews, as well as Simon’s ex’s: Carrie Fisher and Peggy Harper
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Keyboardist Barry Goldberg’s Solo CD: Premiere
He’s recorded and collaborated with a Who’s Who of fellow musicians, now the blues and rock performer is releasing In The Groove
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