August 9, 1995: Jerry Garcia Dies at 53
The impact of the Grateful Dead guitarist, singer and songwriter remains pervasive in American popular culture years after his passing.
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Aug 8, 2022: Olivia Newton-John, Beloved Singer and ‘Grease’ Star, Dies
The hitmaker was first diagnosed with cancer in 1992. Her hits include “Physical,” “I Honestly Love You,” and “Let Me Be There”
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The Killers Kill in Boston: Review
From the review: There’s a relentlessness about the Killers—we’re going to entertain you if it kills us: 22 songs in an hour-50-minute show.
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Aug. 8, 2017: Glen Campbell, Country-Pop Superstar, Dies
Following a long battle with Alzheimer’s, the masterful artist who transcended genre passed. His string of hits told only part of his remarkable story.
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Aug 8, 2019: Beatles Fans Recreate Abbey Road Album Cover on 50th Anniversary
On the 50th anniversary of the album cover shoot, thousands celebrated the big day to reenact the iconic photo on the famed zebra crossing
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Steely Dan, Doobie Brothers Set Co-Headline Tour
Fans will be able to see two of the biggest names in classic rock this spring and summer. See if they’re playing near you
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When Christine McVie Joined Fleetwood Mac
Asked to join just 10 days before a tour, the singer, songwriter and keyboard player had already played on three of their albums. In time she became an essential creative component of the group
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Happy Birthday to Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson!
In addition to fronting the band and his solo musical endeavors, he has another professional career and many other successful pursuits
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Aug 6, 1970: Festival For Peace at Shea Stadium
Very little has been documented about this event which featured some of the biggest classic rock acts: Janis Joplin, CCR, Steppenwolf, Paul Simon and more
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Aug 6, 2020: Wayne Fontana, ‘Game of Love’ British Invasion Singer, Dies
The singer left the Mindbenders in frustration after they scored their sole big hit, and they went on to have another without him
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