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Herb Alpert, 90, Adds 2026 Tour Dates With Reformed Tijuana Brass Band
He continues to commemorate the 60th anniversary of his historic album Whipped Cream & Other Delights performing hits like “The Lonely Bull,” “Spanish Flea,” “Taste of Honey” and his vocal smash, “This Guy’s In Love With You.”
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Chip Taylor, Songwriter of ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies
His garage-rock classic was a #1 single for The Troggs in 1966.
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David Porter, Stax Records Songwriting Giant, Publishing His Memoir, ‘The Soul Man’
Written with Isaac Hayes, his compositions became hits for Sam and Dave, Carla Thomas, Johnnie Taylor and others.
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Bob Dylan, Turning 85, Adds Dates to 2026 Tour
The “Rough and Rowdy Ways” tour was originally billed from 2021-2024 but continues to be extended. He’ll turn 85 on May 24.
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Radio Hits of 1973: All Aboard
The Allman Brothers Band had their biggest pop hit. Elton John scored four. Jim Croce had two #1s, one posthumously. The year featured a great blend of pop, R&B and rock.
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Aerosmith’s Debut Album Gets ‘Legendary Edition’
The 1973 album’s success would be one of rock ‘n’ roll’s most famous slow-burn underdog stories.
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‘Animals Against The Wall’: All-Star Tribute to Pink Floyd Album Coming
A partial list of contributing artists includes Ian Anderson, Rick Wakeman, Steve Howe, Chris Squire, Alan White, Keith Emerson, Robby Krieger, Al Di Meola, Arthur Brown, John Wetton, Adrian Belew, Glenn Hughes, and Tommy Shaw, among many others.
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George Thorogood Sets ‘Baddest Show on Earth: Greatest Hits Live’ Album, Tour
The legendary blues rockers are celebrating more than five decades together.
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Peter Frampton Reveals 2026 Studio Album, ‘Carry the Light,’ With Guest Stars
He’s joined by Graham Nash, Sheryl Crow, Benmont Tench, and others.
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Tedeschi Trucks Band’s Busy 2026: New Album, ‘Future Soul,’ Tour
A busy year ahead for the band, including their sixth studio release and an extensive tour.
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