The Top Albums of July 1970

Some of the era’s legendary names in classic rock had new releases – many of which are in your collection – at the top of the sales chart this week.

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The Kinks Conclude 60th Anniversary With ‘The Journey Part 3’

The celebration closes with the 3rd career-defining anthology of The Journey, curated by the band.

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Pilot’s ‘Magic’ Trick: Never Believe It’s Not So

The Scottish band’s one great hit was the type that you might not hear for years, but when you do, it’s instantly familiar.

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‘Rise and Fall of Classic Rock’: A Must-Read

Kent Hartman’s book, Goodnight, L.A., sheds light on the city’s recording scene in the ’70s and ’80s, with scores of interviews with the stars.

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Jethro Tull Gets Expanded ‘Still Living in the Past’ Collection

The new edition features Steven Wilson remixes, edits, demos, Live at Carnegie Hall 1970 (Wilson remix) and four promo films.

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Three Dog Night: Under the Covers

Their value lie not in their compositional skills but in their knack for choosing songs by others that fit their style and broadened their appeal.

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Jeff Lynne Cancels Manchester Concert Minutes Before Scheduled Start

The official statement indicated that it was “due to illness,” adding, “Jeff is devastated he cannot perform this evening.”

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Bob Dylan Significantly Expands 2025 Tour

The legend turned 84 in May and shows no signs of slowing down.

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Bobbie Gentry ‘Ode to Billie Joe’: Another Sleepy, Dusty Delta Day

Why did he kill himself? What was thrown from the bridge? What became of the singer-songwriter behind it? Here’s what’s known.

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Best Weekly Singles Charts of All Time: Radio Hits July 1967

The Summer of Love was in full swing and radio was playing hits by Stevie Wonder, the Grass Roots, one-hit-wonders Every Mother’s Son and Music Explosion. And, of course, Scott McKenzie’s big hit.

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