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Jan 23, 2018: Eric Clapton Performs ‘The Core’ For First Time in 40 Years
At a private concert in Paris, the legend surprised the audience during his 16-song set by playing the standout track from 1977’s Slowhand album.
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Stephen Bishop: ‘Charming Guy With Guitar’ in ‘Animal House’
The singer-songwriter, well known for his hit, “On and On,” was also in a memorable scene with John Belushi in National Lampoon’s Animal House
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Don Rickles, Frank Sinatra on ‘The Tonight Show’
“Mr. Warmth” appeared on Johnny Carson’s late night program over one hundred times. One such night was in 1976, when he made an unannounced visit
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Jan 22, 2022: Don Wilson, Co-Founder of the Ventures, Dies
The rhythm guitarist was the last surviving original member of the band, whose fans include John Fogerty, Jimmy Page and others
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Jan. 22, 2020: Neil Young Reveals News of U.S. Citizenship
The Canadian-born musician had been seeking dual citizenship. Months earlier, his application had been delayed due to his use of marijuana
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SNL’s Classic Landshark Sketch, From 1st Season
In just its 4th episode, the comedy series was already a “water cooler” program. With guest host Candice Bergen, it skewered the year’s #1 blockbuster
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When Elton John Surprised at ‘The Lion King’ Anniversary Show
The stats for the long-running musical smash are staggering. For the 20th anniversary of its Broadway run, the audience was treated to a special guest performance
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Jan 22, 2018: Neil Diamond Retires from Touring—Parkinson’s
The legendary singer-songwriter and entertainer made a stunning announcement in the midst of his 50th anniversary celebration.
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Trinity Boys Choir, String Quartet Perform ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
A stunning interpretation of the Queen classic combines the band’s 1975 live performance of the song with the Trinity Boys Choir and a string quartet from the Royal Academy of Music
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Warren Zevon’s Final Letterman Appearance
The singer-songwriter was a frequent guest on Letterman’s late night program, even subbing for bandleader Paul Shaffer on occasion. He was the sole guest on his final appearance
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