Shrinivas Kodape, Author at Best Classic Bands

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Shrinivas Kodape

Shrinivas is a writer and a journalist, and his love of all things musical started long before the little word at the end of his name. Raised on the technical ferocity of cult heavy metal titans like Testament, Overkill and Accept, then veering into the harmonious expanse of Wishbone Ash, Uriah Heep and Budgie, he started life as a thrash metaller. A Media professional by training, he is seasoned with experience from Asiana Times and Fashion TV and has worked as an assistant editor for L‘utopia Magazine, crafting long-form features, interviewing, and directing stories all the way through from paper to publication. A former rock star, he knows music from the other side of the stage and understands the feeling of seeing Megadeth in India in October 2015. Influenced by writers like Hunter S. Thompson, Joseph Conrad and F. Scott Fitzgerald, he lives by the ethos of ‘Classic rock is not just a genre; it is a lifestyle.'

11 Great Bob Seger Songs Beyond the Hits: Deep Cuts Worth Revisiting

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11 Great Bob Seger Songs Beyond the Hits: Deep Cuts Worth Revisiting

Beyond such chart hits and signature songs as “Night Moves,” “Against the Wind,” and “Hollywood Nights,” are plenty of other gems from the legend.

12 Overlooked Rock Songs of 1974

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12 Overlooked Rock Songs of 1974

These dozen tracks, from Eric Clapton, Robin Trower, Carole King and Yes are absolutely worth listening to again.

13 Great Covers of Beach Boys Songs

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13 Great Covers of Beach Boys Songs

Fellow stars have recorded terrific interpretations of such favorites as “I Get Around,” “Fun, Fun, Fun” and “Good Vibrations.”

12 Classic Rock Songs That Feature a Famous Guest Musician

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12 Classic Rock Songs That Feature a Famous Guest Musician

Linda Ronstadt joined Warren Zevon, members of the Beach Boys guested on a Chicago hit, and two future members of Led Zeppelin played on a Donovan favorite while serving as session performers.

12 Overlooked Rock Songs of 1972

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12 Overlooked Rock Songs of 1972

These dozen tracks, from Deep Purple, Aretha, the Kinks, Chicago and The Who are absolutely worth listening to again.

11 Willie Dixon Songs Covered by Classic Rock Artists

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11 Willie Dixon Songs Covered by Classic Rock Artists

Bands like the Jeff Beck Group, Cream, Foghat and others eagerly laid claim to his material and found that his catchy hooks, cheeky wit and killer grooves came alive through heavy amps and electric guitars.

12 Rock Songs With Drum Intros You Recognize Instantly

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12 Rock Songs With Drum Intros You Recognize Instantly

Our feature includes classics from the B-52’s, Queen, Cream, the Police, and Rush.

11 Classic Rock (and Pop) Star Recordings of Broadway Show Tunes

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11 Classic Rock (and Pop) Star Recordings of Broadway Show Tunes

We’ve selected some memorable performances of songs composed by such Broadway legends as Gershwin, Bernstein, Sondheim, Rodgers and Hammerstein, and more, a few of which became significant pop hits.

10 (More) Great Second Albums From Classic Rockers

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10 (More) Great Second Albums From Classic Rockers

A sophomore slump is a common classic rock jinx. Here are some acts that made a significant leap with the follow-up to their debut release.

Get Ready: 12 Classic Songs by The Temptations

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Get Ready: 12 Classic Songs by The Temptations

Our story showcases the stunning evolution of the chart-topping hits and unforgettable recordings of, most notably, Dennis Edwards, Melvin Franklin, Eddie Kendricks, David Ruffin, Otis Williams, and Paul Williams.