Classic Videos
Highlighting some of the most memorable music videos and live performances, as well as pop culture favorites
When a Whistling Song Became a 1967 Radio Hit
Yup, a song with the unlikely title, “I Was Kaiser Bill’s Batman,” was a novelty hit by a fellow called Whistling Jack Smith. That’s just the beginning of our story…
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The Rat Pack: Sinatra, Sammy, Martin and… Johnny
They were as talented and popular as any supergroup. Their 1965 performance with emcee Johnny Carson is our Classic Video
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When Joan Baez Joined Ringo Starr at a Paris Concert
Ringo was touring Europe with his All Starr Band for the first time since 2011. On opening night, he was joined by an old friend
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George and Ringo Rocked ‘While My Guitar…’ at 1987 Prince’s Trust Rock Gala
The two Beatles were joined by fellow legends Eric Clapton, Elton John, Jeff Lynne, and Phil Collins, among others
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‘Smoke on the Water’ Sung by… Pat Boone?!
One of classic rock music’s most iconic songs rendered in a way that brings new meaning to the word “interpretation.” Watch if you dare…
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Bill Murray and Clint Eastwood Sing a ’70s Hit
Spend enough time on the Interweb and you can pretty much find anything, including two A-List film stars singing Looking Glass’ 1972 hit “Brandy”
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The Classic SNL ‘Lord and Lady Douchebag’ Sketch
As Season 5 came to a close, it was time to say goodbye to four of the original members of the Not Ready For Prime Time Players
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Drew Carey Show: ‘Cleveland Rocks’
This sitcom was known for its elaborate choreography. None as fun as this extended opening sequence set to a cover of an Ian Hunter song and a cast of thousands
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Rick Wakeman, Astronaut Chris Hadfield Perform ‘Space Oddity’
Some visionary rock musicians and scientific minds celebrate astronomy, space exploration and music. Watch the keyboardist and the astronaut-singer-guitarist play the Bowie hit
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Harvey Keitel and the Song ‘Summertime, Summertime’
In a cringe-inducing scene from the movie Fingers, the use of a 1958 song becomes an indelible moment with Keitel reacting to an insult as only he can
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