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The Scene features a variety of articles that explore a wide range of subjects, all of then delving into the many aspects of rock ‘n’ roll music, its artists and players, the music business and classic rock culture

The Scene: Legendary Locales

Henry Diltz: Eyewitness to Laurel Canyon’s ‘60s Music Legends

The legendary photographer shares his recollections—and photos—of many of that vibrant music scene’s fixtures like Mama Cass, CS&N, and the Monkees.

The Scene: The Classic Rock Legacy

Fleetwood Mac Finds Fame in the ’70s: A Vintage Interview

“When we sat down listening to what we had, we realized every track was written about someone in the band.”—Mick Fleetwood

The Scene: The Classic Rock Legacy

Musician Deaths of 2026

Many of our favorite recording artists, as well as other celebrities, have been taken from us this year. We pay our respects.

The Scene: The Classic Rock Legacy

Watch Barry Gibb and Dolly Parton Sing Bee Gees’ ‘Words’

2021’s ‘Greenfields: The Gibb Brothers Songbook’ also featured collaborations with such artists as Olivia Newton-John, Sheryl Crow, and Jason Isbell.

The Scene: Legendary Locales

A New Book Looks at New York City Rock/Pop of the ’60s: Author Interview

What did Dion, the Lovin’ Spoonful, Simon & Garfunkel, the Rascals, Bob Dylan and the Blues Project have in common? They all came up in the city that never slept.

The Scene: How the Song Came to Be

The Glory of ‘Gloria’: Behind the Resilient Van Morrison Rock ’n’ Roll Anthem

One of the most beloved and oft-covered songs in the garage-rock canon started life as a single’s B-side. We take a look at the wonders of ‘G-L-O-R-I-A.’

The Scene: Rock and Roll Memories

Charlie Watts’ Final Concert: Rolling Stones’ 2019 Tour

The No Filter tour was marked by off stage headlines as much as for its artistic and financial triumph. Mick Jagger made a quick return after health issues.