Tag "best classic bands"
11 Surprising 1970s Radio Hits
It’s amazing that these songs from The Kinks, George Harrison, Rick Dees and more not only were played on Top 40 radio but became smash hits. Their stories…
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Jim Croce: What Might Have Been
In 15 months, the singer-songwriter delivered many pop hits about some memorable characters. His career ended tragically on the brink of stardom.
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Rod Stewart & Friends: 10 Great Collaborations
Few singers seem to relish sharing the spotlight with their fellow artists more than Rod the Mod does. We’ve pulled together some of the best.
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Joan Baez 2018 Interview: On Bob Dylan and Aging
Says the folk legend: “I’m comfortable and happy. I’m not trying to reach notes that I can’t reach anymore. I’m working on what I have, which I like a lot.”
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How Jimmy Page Got His Legendary Guitar Case Back
A teenaged fan goes to see his favorite band perform in 1972 and, incredibly, obtains a discarded case. Nearly 50 years later, he reunites it with its owner.
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David Bowie’s Brilliant Last Will and Testament
His final album, ★ (Blackstar), ruminates on mortality with some of his most challenging artistry, and a serious statement about life and death.
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Roy Orbison ‘Mystery Girl’: Exit Music
“The Big O” aka “The Caruso of Rock” still thrills whenever the microphone captures his one-of-a-kind voice.
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The Masterful, Underrated Debut Album From Argent: From Z to A
Out of the ashes of the Zombies came their keyboardist’s new band. Their debut LP is one of rock’s most underrated of all time.
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Pink Floyd & Syd Barrett: The Early Years
We take a close look at the formative years of one of rock’s greatest bands, and their ‘madcap’ leader who was a shining star of the psychedelic era
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Moody Blues’ Ray Thomas: His Final Interview
Their classic ‘Days of Future Passed’ turned 50 in 2017. Former band members Mike Pinder and Thomas discuss those heady early years
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