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What’s the latest info about about rock music and the most interesting and momentous events in its past? You can find it all here: breaking news, sales and airplay charts from the past, notable occasions, and our appreciations of recently departed artists and other musical figures of note
June 1, 1968: Simon & Garfunkel’s ‘Mrs. Robinson’ is #1
Director Mike Nichols had been listening to the duo’s music before, during and after filming his movie + invited Simon to submit a few songs for the soundtrack
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May 31, 1961: Jimi Hendrix Enlists in U.S. Army
Why did a judge give the 19-year-old future rock superstar a choice: do two years in prison or join the military? How long did his hitch last?
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May 31, 2019: Roky Erickson, Texas Rock Legend, Dies
As the lead vocalist and songwriter of the psychedelic 13th Floor Elevators and as a solo artist, Erickson symbolized the vibrant Texas rock scene
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May 30, 2016: Stones’ Ronnie Wood is Father of Twin Girls, at 68
Congrats to the legend who turned 69 two days later, and his wife, Sally Humphreys. “I’m going to be changing the nappies and all that goes with it”
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Cat Stevens’ Comeback Tour Continues
The singer-songwriter first brought his “A Cat’s Attic” tour to North American audiences in 2016. Now with a new album, he’s played South Africa, Australia and New Zealand
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Phil Collins’ Comeback Continues
Five months after his summer dates in the U.K, France and Germany, the musician returned to the stage for a mini-UK tour. Fans in other countries are hoping he’ll announce a 2018 tour
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Heartbreakers’ Campbell, Tench Thank Devoted Fans
The longtime bandmates tell about the “devastating” loss but also about “keeping the dream alive.” But it’s way too early to see what the future will be
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Eagles Announce Initial 2018 Tour Dates
The band’s manager gave Best Classic Bands the exclusive news that they would be touring. Check out who they’ll be performing with
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David Cassidy in Critical Condition: Organ Failure
The ’70s teen idol of ‘Partridge Family’ fame is in a Florida hospital with unspecified organ failure. He retired from performing this year due to dementia.
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Eagles to Tour in 2018, Says Manager: Exclusive
The band’s longtime manager, Irving Azoff, has told BestClassicBands.com that “live dates are planned [but] any studio recordings are unlikely. Our interview…
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