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Bruce Springsteen Shakes Up Career Timeline With ‘Tracks II: The Lost Albums’ Box Set
The previously unheard albums, spanning 83 songs, fill in rich chapters of the classic rock legend’s expansive discography.
Read MoreJeff Beck Solo LPs, ‘Truth’ and ‘Beck-Ola,’ Get Color Vinyl Reissues
His first two albums after having left the Yardbirds introduced the world to the talents of Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood.
Read MoreFeelin’ Alright: 1967-1972 British Music Box Set Arrives
The 64-track compilation celebrates “post mod grooves and heavy British R&B” from such bands as Deep Purple, Fleetwood Mac and, of course, Traffic, whose song inspired the title.
Read MoreRod Stewart Issues Solo Career-Spanning ‘Ultimate Hits’
The legend’s 80th birthday celebration continues with the new collection and another busy tour schedule.
Read MoreTop 40 Hits in June 1968 Were Jumpin’
As summer began, future classic rock hits were being played alongside a wild assortment of soul, country and instrumental favorites.
Read MoreAnnie Lennox Book, ‘Retrospective,’ A Visual Memoir, Coming
The title features more than 200 images from Polaroids and portraits to music video stills and album covers, along with personal anecdotes.
Read MoreRadio Hits June 1974: From ‘Sundown’ to ‘Midnight’
We were listening to two Canadian singer-songwriters who had the biggest hits of their careers this week, alongside big songs from Grand Funk and Paul McCartney.
Read MoreBobby Sherman, Former Teen Heartthrob and Pop Star, Dies at 81
He starred on the TV series Here Come the Brides and earned a series of Gold singles in the late ’60s and early ’70s.
Read MoreThe Band’s Richard Manuel is Subject of ‘His Life and Music’ Book
The title, spanning the Hawks to Bob Dylan to The Band, focuses on his compositions and performances.
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