The Classic Rock Legacy

Full Cyrkle: The ‘Red Rubber Ball’ Band Bounces Back

They scored a smash single with an unreleased Paul Simon song, were managed by Brian Epstein and disappeared after two hits.

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Elton John Farewell Tour Ended 5 Years After It Began

Elton John was 70 years old when he announced his farewell tour in his typically grand style with a live streamed press conference. He was 76 at the final concert.

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How Many Songs Did Ringo Sing with the Beatles? The Answer May Surprise You!

As he heads out on another tour with his All-Starr Band, we wondered, how many songs did Ringo actually sing with the Beatles?

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Bob Dylan and The Band: Robbie Robertson on the 1974 Tour

“I feel bold enough to refer to it as a musical revolution, because the world came around.”—Robbie Robertson

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1963: When the Beatles 1st Landed in America. Yes, 1963!

So you think no one in the U.S. heard the Beatles before 1964. Well, read on…

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Graham Nash, Stephen Stills on How CSN Got Their Start

The pair agree on most, but not all, of the details of when they first harmonized on “You Don’t Have to Cry” in 1968.

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When Carole King Played ‘Tapestry’ Live For 1st Time

Believe it or not, the singer-songwriter legend had never performed her masterpiece from start-to-finish in concert. Until 2016 in London’s Hyde Park.

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1972: The Year in Rock Music

In 1972 the music scene was increasingly dominated by new arrivals like Elton John, David Bowie and Eagles. But many ’60s favorites still hung around.

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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.

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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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