Tag "best classic bands"

10 (More) Re-Released Singles That Became Hits

Sometimes the timing just wasn’t right. When many of these classic rock songs first went to radio they flopped. The stars were aligned the second time.

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Dash Crofts, of Seals & Crofts Soft-Rock Duo, Dies at 85

The duo’s hits included the ’70s soft-rock staples “Summer Breeze” and “Diamond Girl.”

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Happy Birthday, Diana Ross!

Lauded as one of the greatest entertainers of all time, she has a phenomenal number of big singles and has received almost every honor imaginable.

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Radio Hits in March 1965: No Phone, No Pool, No Pets

The British Invasion was in full swing as many of these acts shared the spotlight with U.S. pop and soul singers. No surprise who was #1.

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12 Overlooked Rock Songs of 1974

These dozen tracks, from Eric Clapton, Robin Trower, Carole King and Yes are absolutely worth listening to again.

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When the Rolling Stones Played a Free Concert in Havana, Cuba

Our interview with film director Paul Dugdale on the challenges he faced shooting the landmark 2016 concert and the audience’s reaction to seeing the Stones perform.

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When John Lennon Gave His Signed Copy of The Beatles’ ‘Butcher’ Cover To a Teenaged Fan

Before he became a successful record company promotion man, Dave Morrell was an 18-year-old music fan who dug the Beatles. He shares a one-of-a-kind story from his book.

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Herb Alpert, 90, Adds 2026 Tour Dates With Reformed Tijuana Brass Band

He continues to commemorate the 60th anniversary of his historic album Whipped Cream & Other Delights performing hits like “The Lonely Bull,” “Spanish Flea,” “Taste of Honey” and his vocal smash, “This Guy’s In Love With You.”

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Chip Taylor, Songwriter of ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies

His garage-rock classic was a #1 single for The Troggs in 1966.

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David Porter, Stax Records Songwriting Giant, Publishing His Memoir, ‘The Soul Man’

Written with Isaac Hayes, his compositions became hits for Sam and Dave, Carla Thomas, Johnnie Taylor and others.

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