Tag "best classic bands"
Waddy Wachtel Interview: Linda, James, and Session Career
Our conversation with the guitarist who has been a “first-call” player for decades, recording and touring with such stars as Ronstadt, Taylor and Carole King.
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Reflecting on Marmalade: ‘Reflections Of My Life’
From 1968-1976, they scored eight Top 10 hits in the U.K. This song ultimately earned them their worldwide fame. Its singer/writer fell on hard times.
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Billy Joel Cancels All Concerts Following Health Issues
The Piano Man’s May 2025 announcement followed the initial postponement two months earlier of many dates.
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‘Chicago II’ Reissues Include Vinyl, New Dolby ATMOS Mix on Blu-ray
The new editions of the acclaimed 1970 album are based on the 2016 Steven Wilson remix.
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10 Blatant Bob Dylan Imitations
Some artists have bristled at being called the “new Dylan.” Others revel in being blatant copycats. Here are some of our favorites from the latter camp.
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The Rolling Stones’ ‘Exile on Main Street’: Behind the Cover Art
The 1972 album cover was highly influential. Since, then, thousands of artists have used its “Ripping and Tearing” style and graffiti in their work.
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Badfinger’s Lost LP, ‘Head First,’ Delivers Ear Candy: Review
A 50th-anniversary edition sounds great because it employs the recently discovered master tapes, which have been newly mixed and mastered.
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Longtime Foreigner Lead Vocalist, Kelly Hansen, is Leaving Band After Two Decades
“It has been one of the greatest honors of my life,” he said. “But it’s time to pass the mic.”
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Live Nation Presents 2025 ‘Ticket to Summer’ For $30
Music and comedy fans have access to over 1,000 Live Nation shows taking place throughout the season.
Read More Rolling Stones ‘Exile on Main St.’: An Interview with Engineer Andy Johns
“They were at the height of their powers as far as rock ’n’ roll goes. ‘Exile’ turned out to be a great collection of music.”—Engineer Andy Johns
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