Tag "best classic bands"
Remembering Eric Carmen, Raspberries Singer of ‘Go All the Way’ and Solo Star
He led the power pop band to a series of ’70s hits and later scored several solo faves including “All By Myself” and “Hungry Eyes.”
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The Sex Pistols’ Short-Lived Record Label Deal
The band had been dropped by EMI Records. The A&M label signed the Pistols with a PR stunt, and then…. Find out what happened and who profited.
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March 9, 1987: U2 Releases ‘The Joshua Tree’
U2’s fifth album is the one that boosted them to superstardom. Here’s the backstory, a famous “first” and details about its success
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March 8, 1968: Fillmore East Opens
For some three years, New York City venue became known as “the church of rock,” presenting some of music’s greatest acts
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Mar 7, 1970: Bridge Over Troubled Water LP Hits #1
If you’re going to end your collaboration, make an album as fine as Simon & Garfunkel’s final release. The Recording Academy agreed.
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March 6, 2016: Wife of Ex-Eagle Randy Meisner is Shot Dead
A gunshot to the head took the life of Lana Rae Meisner. The musician was cleared once authorities viewed interior surveillance footage
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March 6, 2000: Eric Clapton Gets 3rd Rock Hall Induction
The artist and guitar god enjoys a unique and sole distinction among the inductees. Many are two-time members; he’s the only one with three.
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March 5, 1982: Blues Brother John Belushi Dies
A lethal combination of drugs took the life of the comedy/musical legend. Sadly, he’s been dead far longer than he was alive.
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Mar 5, 2023: Gary Rossington, Last Remaining Founding Member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Dies
The guitarist had a history of heart issues. He returned to the stage in 2021 four months after successful surgery.
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Remembering Valerie Carter, Singer with James Taylor and Others
She enjoyed a brief solo career but her mark was made as a backup singer on recordings and tours for dozens of classic rock acts.
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