The Scene:

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

Fleetwood Mac Returned to Stage at 2017 Classic West

The group’s first concert in 12 months featured 8 songs from the 1977 album that cemented their status as classic rock heavyweights

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The Who’s 1967 NYC Debut: Eyewitness

Our writer was there for the band’s NYC debut at the now long gone RKO Theater and the show transformed him into a Who fanatic for life

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Color-Coded Love: A Bounty of Affection for the Beatles’ ‘Red Album’

If one was not there when the Beatles happened, there’s a strong chance that the ‘Red Album’ was the point of romantic entry.

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Stephen Stills Performs With Tom Petty’s Mudcrutch: 2016

TP’s “other” band did a brief 21-date club tour to support their album. Along the way, they were occasionally joined on stage by friends of the band.

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Bangles’ Rare Performance at 2018 Arroyo Seco Fest

It was just their 2nd concert of 2018, with none in 2017. Watch the all-female band perform their two #1 hits during their 11-song set

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New Box Set of Stax Records Songwriting Demos Fills Out the Story of An All-Time Great R&B Label

Written In Their Soul, a sprawling new collection, features nearly 150 demo recordings made for the Memphis soul label, nearly all previously unreleased.

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Ann Wilson of Heart: Her 10 Favorite Live Albums

While gems from fellow classic rock legends like Deep Purple and The Who are on the list, some of the others may surprise you

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Janis Joplin Slays ‘Ball and Chain’ in Monterey Pop

When she stepped onto the Monterey stage she was still an unknown. When she left she was on her way to superstardom. This five-minute clip is why.

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Eric Burdon & The Animals’ Love Song to ‘Monterey’

Performing a the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967 was such a profound experience for the British singer that he wrote a song about it. Here’s the story.

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When Gregg Allman’s Grandson Made His Stage Debut on Hammond B3

“My son has played piano since he was a little guy,” said his father, Devon Allman. “The road truly goes on forever!”

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