Tag "best classic bands"
June 2, 2020: Don Henley Testifies Before Congress
“I [have] a sense of duty to those who paved the road for me and my contemporaries and for those who will travel this road after us”
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May 31, 1961: Jimi Hendrix Enlists in U.S. Army
Why did a judge give the 19-year-old future rock superstar a choice: do two years in prison or join the military? How long did his hitch last?
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Queen + Adam Lambert Set North American Tour
Brian May had indicated that he was “battling a persistent illness,” so it’s welcome news that he feels fit to take on the rigors of an arena tour
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May 31, 2019: Roky Erickson, Texas Rock Legend, Dies
As the lead vocalist and songwriter of the psychedelic 13th Floor Elevators and as a solo artist, Erickson symbolized the vibrant Texas rock scene
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May 30, 2016: Stones’ Ronnie Wood is Father of Twin Girls, at 68
Congrats to the legend who turned 69 two days later, and his wife, Sally Humphreys. “I’m going to be changing the nappies and all that goes with it”
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Timothy B Schmit Setting 2017 Tour Schedule
The Eagles and Poco great announced a 13-date West Coast tour months ago to support his album, ‘Leap of Faith.’ Fans in other markets have been waiting for more
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Remembering Leon Redbone, Singer Who Recalled Earlier Era
His reverence for jazz, country, ragtime, blues and vaudeville was reflected in his performance, stage patter and attire
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May 30, 1955: Clash Drummer Topper Headon Born
A key member of what’s considered the definitive line-up from 1977 until he was fired due to drug problems in ’82, he wrote most of the music to the band’s biggest single, “Rock The Casbah”
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May 29, 2021: B.J. Thomas Dies at 78
The 5x Grammy Award winner enjoyed a 50-year career with such hits as “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head” and “Hooked On a Feeling”
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May 29, 2021: Gavin MacLeod, ‘Love Boat’ and ‘Mary Tyler Moore Show’ Star, Dies
The actor deftly transitioned from the one iconic series to the other, moving from the newsroom to the sea. The two shows aired for 16 consecutive seasons
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