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Big Star ‘Best Of’ Collection Out in June
The new release features rare edits of some of the Memphis band’s most popular songs, plus tracks from all three of their influential albums.
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Beach Boys Release ‘1967–Sunshine Tomorrow’
The latest expanded edition from the band focuses on the sessions that became the ‘Wild Honey’ and ‘Smiley Smile’ albums. Tons of outtakes and live tracks.
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Listen: Glen Campbell’s Final Studio Album, Adiós
The LP, featuring classic songs, was recorded following his 2013 “Goodbye Tour.” The beloved singer-guitarist is in the final stages of Alzheimer’s disease
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Listen: 2 Songs From Buckingham/McVie Album
News of the surprise album first arrived in January. Now, full details including a summer tour for the Fleetwood Mac vets
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Emerson, Lake & Palmer to Reissue ‘Works’
Full details of the next 3 titles in BMG’s comprehensive reissue program of the prog rock pioneers, including Works Volumes 1 and 2
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Foreigner Marks 40th with New Compilation, Tour
Celebrating their 40th anniversary, the band has a new compilation CD and a tour with Cheap Trick and Jason Bonham. We have the track lists and dates!
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Dylan, Van, Crow, Join Outlaw Music Festival
A powerhouse lineup has been set for the 2017 edition of Nelson’s festival. Dates have been announced for July and September
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Stax Records 60th Anniversary Reissues Due May 19
When the label that gave us Otis Redding, Sam and Dave, Albert King, Booker T. & the MG’s and so many others turns 60, it’s time to celebrate!
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The Who, G N’ R (+ Others) to Tour South America
The Who will tour South America for the first time. They’ll be paired with G N’ R for at least several dates, and possibly joined by Aerosmith and Def Leppard for others
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AC/DC Pinball Machine Returning
The original sold-out after it debuted in 2012. Fans were clamoring to order the machine, so Stern will bring it back. Hell’s Bells!
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