Classic Videos
Highlighting some of the most memorable music videos and live performances, as well as pop culture favorites
Spirit’s Classic ‘I Got a Line on You’
Want to know more about the band that Led Zeppelin was accused of stealing a song from? Check out this killer vid of their biggest song
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Top of the Pops: Dancing to CCR’s ‘Green River’
The scantily clad troupe known as Pan’s People would often dance to hit singles on the popular British music countdown series
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George Harrison: Ding Dong, Ding Dong
On his solo album, Dark Horse, the former Beatle (and friends) recorded a song that heralds in a new year. Check out the Classic Video
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Marianne Faithfull’s First of Many Hits, ‘As Tears Go By’
The daughter of a British Army spy and a ballerina first came to our attention in 1964. Her romance with Mick Jagger throughout the decade became a UK obsession
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Queen’s Spectacular ‘Now I’m Here,’ Live in 1979
Over 4 nights, the Concerts for the People of Kampuchea in London featured an amazing array of British rock stars including organizer Paul McCartney, The Who and The Clash. Queen’s concert – at the height of their powers – was the final night of their “Crazy” tour
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It’s Not Christmas Until We Hear Eartha Kitt Sing ‘Santa Baby’
Her 1953 classic offers a sly yuletide wish list–including a yacht, a duplex and the deed to a platinum mine–sung to a sugar-daddy Santa
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Frank, Dean, and Sammy: Rat Pack Holiday Treats
It wouldn’t be a holiday season without some classic performances from the ensemble’s three leading members, separately and together
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Dolly Parton’s Holiday Album and Its Perfect Title
The collection, with many duets including one with Willie Nelson, was the beloved singer-songwriter’s first Christmas album in 30 years
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David Bowie Gift to Guitarist Pal, Adrian Belew
In 1990, Belew was musical director for Bowie’s Sound+Vision tour. The legend gave him 2 songs for his album. “Pretty Pink Rose” absolutely wails
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Beatles Christmas Records: Annual Message to Fans
Their holiday tradition of recording jolly messages for fan club members was an important part of the band’s relationship with their most ardent supporters
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