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The Number One Singles of 1966: Good Vibes

Only one song stayed at the top for 3 weeks or more. And thus, no less than 37 singles reached #1 that year. Several musical acts had more than one

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Toto, Men at Work, Christopher Cross Set 2025 Tour

Toto’s Steve Lukather and Men at Work’s Colin Hay have toured together as members of Ringo Starr’s All-Starr Band. Cross has collaborated with Toto for decades.

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Jethro Tull Christmas Album Gets Expanded Edition

The original 2003 album was their last studio set to feature longtime guitarist Martin Barre

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Styx and REO’s Kevin Cronin Set Tour With Special Guest Don Felder

2025’s “Brotherhood of Rock” tour marks the 6th time that Styx has toured with REO Speedwagon’s iconic voice and songwriter.

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Nic Collins, Phil’s Son, To Play Drums on Mike + The Mechanics 2025 Tour

He previously toured with them in 2023 and was the drummer for Genesis’ 2021-22 reunion tour.

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Happy Together 2025 Tour Sets Lineup, Shares First Dates

The 15th edition of the tour, named after the Turtles song, features recording artists who have earned many Top 10 hits.

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Brian Wilson ‘SMiLE’ Book Due from Veteran Beach Boys Author

The book charts the inception and ultimate failure to materialize of the Beach Boys’ planned 1967 ‘SMiLE’ album.

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AC/DC Announces 2025 Edition of ‘Power Up’ Tour

It marks the band’s first tour of the U.S. and Canada in nine years.

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Roger Daltrey Adds Dates to 2025 Tour

The intimate shows will feature the star and his nine-piece band performing acoustic and semi-acoustic takes on songs from The Who as well as delve into his solo back catalog

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Radio Hits in December 1977: Getting Sentimental

A Queen song synonymous with sports championships topped the U.S. singles chart this week, which also included hits by Santana, Randy Newman and Fleetwood Mac.

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