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David Bowie Video, EP Released on 70th Birthday
One year to the day after his well-received Blackstar studio album came out, a video for “No Plan” and 4-song EP was released
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McCartney, Stevie, Bruce at Obama Farewell Party
Giants of the worlds of music, film and television will join the President and First Lady at their farewell party at the White House
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Yes’ Rick Wakeman: ‘I Will Be at Rock Hall Induction’
Rick Wakeman, the legendary keyboardist of prog-rockers Yes, has changed his mind: Now he will appear the band’s Rock Hall induction. We asked him why.
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Doors Debut Album Deluxe Edition Due in March
Fifty years to the day after the release of their debut album, Rhino has announced the impending release of an expanded edition.
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Chicago and Doobie Brothers Set Summer Tour
The legendary classic rock bands have announced a big North American tour together. Click for ticket info and see if they’ll be playing near you
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Linda Ronstadt Honors Eagles at 2016 Kennedy Center
She was one of their biggest benefactors, giving Glenn Frey and Don Henley’s careers a significant early boost as members of her band
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The Doors to Have Their ‘Day’
Fifty years to the day of the release of The Doors’ self-titled debut on January 4, 1967, the iconic Los Angeles band will be honored with Day of the Doors
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Bob Seger Leads Stars in Eagles ‘Fast Lane’ Tribute
The Detroit rocker led a cast that included Vince Gill, Kings of Leon and even Ringo Starr to perform a hit at the 2016 Kennedy Center Honors
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U2 2017: Tour and New Album in Forecast
In a Christmas video greeting to their fans, Bono said the band “will honor 30 years of The Joshua Tree” with “some special shows coming”
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Watch: Eagles at 2016 Kennedy Center Honors
The Kennedy Center has released a clip from the 2016 Honorees event. Don Henley and Timothy B. Schmit discuss Glenn Frey’s absence
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