Classic Videos

Highlighting some of the most memorable music videos and live performances, as well as pop culture favorites

Stevie Wonder and Tom Jones Sing Medley in 1969

On its 3 seasons, This Is Tom Jones featured an A+ guest list. Our Classic Video features the pair singing several of their hits.

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When Bruce Springsteen Paid Tribute to Prince With ‘Purple Rain’

The Boss opened a 2016 concert at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center with a somber yet celebratory performance of the iconic hit, 2 days after Prince’s passing

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Johnny Rivers: ‘Secret Agent Man’

He enjoyed nine Top 10 singles including a huge hit in the mid-1960s when TV series and films about spies were all the rage.

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Five Easy Pieces: The Diner Scene

“I’d like a plain omelette… and wheat toast.” Simple enough, right? Well, if you’re having a bad day, this classic scene with Jack Nicholson from Five Easy Pieces will put things in perspective for you.

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Cheech & Chong’s Classic ‘Up in Smoke’

The ultimate stoner comedy film was released in 1978 on a shoestring budget. It was a huge hit, becoming the year’s #15 high-est grossing movie

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Bruce Springsteen Fan’s Amazing Selfie With the Boss

Eliza Sollers is a Springsteen fan thanks to her dad. At a Baltimore concert in 2016, she started snapping pics and got the thrill of a lifetime

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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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