Classic Videos
Highlighting some of the most memorable music videos and live performances, as well as pop culture favorites
1979’s ’10’ Movie: Does it Hold Up?
The 1979 romantic comedy about a man going through a midlife crisis provided breakout roles for both Dudley Moore and Bo Derek.
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The Surprising Norman Greenbaum Hit, ‘Spirit in the Sky’
Here’s the backstory about Norman Greenbaum’s unlikely hit, which has enjoyed a life of its own on the radio, in movies and numerous TV commercials
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The Classic 1965 Ford Mustang Rocks
Mustang, introduced at the 1964 New York World’s Fair, set a first year record for sales. Three years later, it was featured in a memorable chase scene
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When David Letterman Gave Jerry Garcia a Guitar Lesson
He was quite possibly the most fame-averse rock star ever but he recognized that promotional appearances were a necessary evil and good-naturedly plays along with Dave
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‘Tommy Boy’: Some Favorite Scenes
Our Classic Videos section features a memorable duet by Chris Farley and David Spade from a classic road comedy.
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When Angus Young Joined Guns N’ Roses at Coachella
Giving fans a preview of what was to come, Axl Rose sang two AC/DC numbers with Angus adding his guitar magic to Guns N’ Roses
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When Blondie’s ‘Rapture’ Earned an Unlikely Distinction
The band began as a cross between new wave and punk but earned chart success in other genres. One wild fact about “Rapture” can win you a lot of bar bets.
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That Time Elton John Surprised London Commuters
You’re waiting for your train when suddenly you see a performer you’ve enjoyed for years. When he starts playing, you think “I’ll catch the next one”
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The Magnificent Seven: Best Western Ever?
What a cast! Brynner, McQueen, Bronson, Vaughan, Coburn, Dexter, Buchholz. And in an inspired bit of casting, Eli Wallach, playing the Mexican bad guy.
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Roger Daltrey Joined by Robert Plant, Eddie Vedder on “Baba O’Riley”
The lineup at Royal Albert Hall was a spectacular one with seven nights of concerts to benefit Teenage Cancer Trust
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