Tag "best classic bands"
Black Sabbath: Prev. Unreleased Live Material on Deluxe Editions
The band’s new lead singer, Ronnie James Dio, found kindred spirits in guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler, and drummer Bill Ward
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The Zombies Set Rescheduled Tour Dates
The band’s lineup includes mainstays Rod Argent (keyboards) and Colin Blunstone (vocals). “We can’t wait until we can see you all again on the road!”
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Joni Mitchell’s ‘Archives’ Collected in a New Boxed Set: Review
Like Dylan before her, Mitchell transitioned almost overnight fromimpressive but derivative covers artist to an original singer/songwriter
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Howard Johnson, Tuba Man With The Band, Taj Mahal, Dies
Although best known for his work within the jazz field, Johnson’s tuba graced such classic albums as “The Last Waltz” and “Rock of Ages” by The Band.
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Olivia Harrison in Hospital With Covid-19
The 72-year-old widow of George Harrison displayed a bit of humor, and indicated that she’s on the mend. George’s 1970 album is being celebrated this year
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John Fogerty Releases Moving New Song, ‘Weeping in the Promised Land’
The writer of “Fortunate Son” and “Have You Ever Seen The Rain” acknowledges the isolation, loss, division and hardship that were all too common in 2020
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Grammys Postpone 2021 Awards Due to Covid-19
The joint statement citing the “deteriorating situation in Los Angeles” was made by the Recording Academy and CBS during these “unprecedented times”
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Steve Forbert Tips His Hat to ‘The Father of Country Music,’ Jimmie Rodgers
The two Mississippi singer-songwriters share more in common than a birthplace. Forbert brings a contemporary, personal touch to these American classics.
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Jan 4, 2021: The Bizarre Announcement of the Death of ‘Bond Girl’ Tanya Roberts
News of the A View to a Kill actress’ passing began circulating one day earlier when her publicist prematurely announced her death
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Paul McCartney Leads Tributes to Gerry Marsden
“‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ and ‘Ferry Cross the Mersey’ remain in many people’s hearts as reminders of a joyful time in British music”
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