Tag "classic rock"

August 11, 1999: Kiss Gets Hollywood Star

The band’s thundering hard rock sound and theatrical outfits and stage show proved to be a winning combination that propelled them to become rock superstars

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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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August 9, 1995: Jerry Garcia Dies at 53

The impact of the Grateful Dead guitarist, singer and songwriter remains pervasive in American popular culture years after his passing.

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TV’s Mannix Meets Buffalo Springfield

Mike Connors played a square-jawed private eye for 8 seasons on the detective series. One day, his character walks into a nightclub and there’s Buffalo Springfield!

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Bowie and Mercury’s Isolated Vocals on ‘Under Pressure’

Listen to two titans of British rock without the familiar bassline and finger snaps. The 1981 song, which reached #1 in the U.K., wasn’t a U.S. hit

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Aug. 8, 2017: Glen Campbell, Country-Pop Superstar, Dies

Following a long battle with Alzheimer’s, the masterful artist who transcended genre passed. His string of hits told only part of his remarkable story.

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The Peanuts Gang Performs ‘Baba O’Riley’

When The Who endorse your editing skills on social media, it’s time to take a bow. Watch how Snoopy, Schroeder and Co play a Who classic

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Booker T & the MG’s ‘Green Onions’: Still Cookin’

A live performance of Booker T & The MG’s “Green Onions” is one of the great instrumentals of the ’60s from the legendary Stax Records house band

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Mick Jagger Releases Two New Solo Songs

Without advance notice, Jagger has dropped two politically oriented tracks, available in multiple formats and in several video mixes.

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Aug 6, 1970: Festival For Peace at Shea Stadium

Very little has been documented about this event which featured some of the biggest classic rock acts: Janis Joplin, CCR, Steppenwolf, Paul Simon and more

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