Posts From Greg Brodsky
Remembering ‘The Gambler’: Kenny Rogers, Country-Pop Superstar
He was a steady presence on country radio in the ’70s + ’80s, and crossed over to Top 40 with such hits as “The Gambler.” He also sang on “We Are the World”
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Jan 20, 2022: Meat Loaf, ‘Bat Out of Hell’ Singer and Actor, Dies
Before his big splash, he was in the musical Hair, both on- and off-Broadway, and in the film and original Broadway cast of The Rocky Horror Picture Show
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Jan 8, 2022: Michael Lang, Who Gave Us Peace, Love and Music With the 1969 Woodstock Festival, Dies
He was the principal force behind the legendary festival, that for generations past, present and future became known simply as Woodstock
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Nov 11, 2021: Graeme Edge Mourned By the Moody Blues’ John Lodge and Justin Hayward
The band’s founding drummer, 80, retired after their 2017 tour. “Graeme was one of the great characters and there will never be his like again”
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Remembering Jay Black, Lead Singer For ’60s Group, Jay and the Americans
Born David Blatt, he led the NYC-based musical group with such catchy hits as “This Magic Moment,” “Come a Little Bit Closer,” and “Cara Mia”
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Carlos Santana, Isley Brothers on Their Collaboration
The two legacy artists have forged a mutual admiration society and the result is their Power of Peace album. “Somewhere between fun and joy and happy”
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Best Classic Bands Second Anniversary
We’re celebrating year two of the best classic rock news, features, reviews, contests, charts and more! Thank you for your support and please tell your friends
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Billy Joel Packs the Garden Yet Again
In the Piano Man’s monthly sold-out concerts at the Garden, the Billy Joel MSG residency keeps fans cheering with a set list full of hits
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Preview: The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper Reissue
A select few were treated to a first-hand preview of the ambitious 50th Anniversary release by project producer Giles Martin. “It’s a humbling process”
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Review: Yes, ELO, Journey Shine on HBO’s Rock Hall 2017 Broadcast
The trio of classic rock-era inductees clearly enjoyed the ceremony held in their honor. Kudos to HBO for capturing the evening’s poignant moments
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