Tag "best classic bands"
The Number One Singles of 1965: The British Are Coming
The British Invasion was in full swing with a dozen songs at the top of the U.S. chart, including 5 from The Beatles. It’s quite a list.
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‘Who’s Next’: Plan B Yields a Career Blockbuster
Born from the ashes of an abandoned project Pete Townshend called ‘Life House,’ the band’s 1971 masterwork triumphed through songcraft and performance.
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Remembering King Curtis, Saxophone Giant Who Was Brutally Murdered
Born Curtis Ousley, he also had his own hits like “Memphis Soul Stew” and recorded a steamy album at the Fillmore West.
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16 Tracks Featuring Jeff Beck: Eclectic Guitar
That sizzling guitar you’re hearing on tracks by Eric Clapton, Brian May, Stevie Wonder and the Pretenders? Jeff Beck, of course!
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Al Jardine & the Pet Sounds Band Keep the Sound of the Beach Boys Alive: Review
The 33-song set included songs from ‘Pet Sounds’ and the Beach Boys’ ‘Love You’ album, as well as a generous sampling of hits.
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Photographer Henry Diltz Sets ‘Behind the Lens’ 2026 Tour
The legend has shot over 250 album covers and was the official photographer at the 1969 Woodstock festival.
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American Graffiti: An Appreciation on Its Anniversary
George Lucas’ 1973 coming-of-age movie, starring Ron Howard and Richard Dreyfuss, was a springboard to success for many of its actors.
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Woodstock Performers: Where Are They Now?
Many are still creating brilliant music. Here is a brief guide to the status of most of the artists who performed at the legendary 1969 festival.
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12 Essential Thin Lizzy Songs
“The Boys Are Back in Town” and “Jailbreak” are among their most durable contributions to the classic rock canon.
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Paul Simon’s ‘Graceland’: New Book Looks Back at the Making of a Game-Changer
The book is drawn from extensive research and exclusive interviews with nearly 100 participants and witnesses including musicians, producers, engineers, record executives and journalists.
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