Tag "classic rock"

David Bowie 1947 – 2016

The words “David Bowie dead” came as a shock. His Facebook noted he “died peacefully today after a courageous 18 month battle with cancer”

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January 8, 2018: Eric Clapton Performs at Charity Gig

Slowhand performed for an intimate crowd of 1,700 in Guildford, U.K. at the annual Paul Jones and Friends concert, organized by the former Manfred Mann vocalist

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Remembering Def Leppard Guitarist Steve Clark

A fatal combination of alcohol along with legal and illegal drugs took the guitarist’s life while he was on a leave of absence from the band

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Jan. 7, 2020: Rush Drummer, Neil Peart, Dies of Brain Cancer

The band shared the news three days after his passing, “It is with broken hearts and the deepest sadness that we must share the terrible news”

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Remembering Legendary Backing Vocalist, Clydie King

Over her career, she sang on recordings for Ray Charles, the Rolling Stones, Linda Ronstadt and Skynyrd, but was best known for her work with Bob Dylan

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Jan 6, 1975: Led Zeppelin Fans Trash Boston Garden

The arena let fans into its lobby one cold winter night as they waited to buy tickets for an upcoming concert, a big mistake as it turned out

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Remembering Gerry Marsden, Who Led the Pacemakers During the British Invasion

The Liverpool group, who shared the Beatles’ manager and producer, scored hits like “How Do You Do It?” and “Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey”

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Jan 1, 1972: Three Dog Night Play Roses Parade

The group were at the top of their game when they became the first rock band to ride a float at the annual Tournament of Roses parade

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Rock Hall 2018 Noms: Moodys, Geils, Cars, Bon Jovi

19 acts are nominated for the HoF’s Class of 2018, including many deserving acts. But scores of classic rock favorites are again missing

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Jan 1, 2019: Neil Young’s Ex-Wife & Bridge School Founder, Pegi Young, Dies

Inspired by their special needs son, she co-founded The Bridge School. Its annual concert attracted a Who’s Who of rockers

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