Tag "best classic bands"
Sept 18, 2017: Annie Lennox, Dhani Harrison Sing ‘Isn’t It a Pity’
The singer received the George Harrison Global Citizen Award in New York City and invited the legend’s son to join her onstage
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The Who’s Explosive Appearance on The Smothers Brothers Show
The Who had a blast on their now-legendary U.S. TV show debut and were a smash hit – literally – as Keith Moon’s drum kit exploded
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Tributes (in 2024) For JD Souther Who Co-Wrote Eagles’ ‘Heartache Tonight,’ ‘Best of My Love’
The singer-songwriter’s death at age 78 came one week before he was set to begin a tour with fellow singer-songwriter Karla Bonoff
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Sept 16, 2016: Ex Eagles Members Denied Kennedy Center Honors
Eagles fans had petitioned the organization to allow Don Felder, Bernie Leadon and Randy Meisner to be recognized with the Core Four. Only those who “carried the torch” were honored.
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When Lou Reed Played the White House
The onetime underground rocker played for the assembled dignitaries, politicians and guests who enjoyed “Sweet Jane” as their after dinner treat
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Sept 15, 2019: Ric Ocasek, Cars Co-Founder, Found Dead
The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, wrote and sung some of the new wave band’s biggest hits, including “Best Friend’s Girl” and “Good Times Roll”
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Sept 14, 2003: Jet Releases First Album
The Australian band prove in the 2000s that rock music with classic roots can still resonate with modern audiences and sell millions of albums.
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Sept. 13, 2019: Eddie Money, Veteran Rocker, Dies at 70
The rocker had recently revealed that he had developed esophageal cancer. A new season of his AXS TV reality series, Real Money, had just begun.
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Remembering REO Speedwagon’s Gary Richrath
The guitarist, songwriter and singer – who authored their biggest hit – died on September 13, 2015. His bandmates and the exec who signed him offer tributes
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Happy Birthday to Producer Don Was
From his own band Was (Not Was) to producing albums by The Rolling Stones as well as for Dylan, Elton, Brian Wilson, Ringo and more, Was is one busy man.
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