Tag "classic rock"
Jan 31, 2017: Asia Singer/Bassist John Wetton—Obituary
The prog legend, also a member of UK, Uriah Heep, King Crimson, and for his extensive solo catalog, died following a battle with cancer
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Jan 28, 2016: Two Jefferson Airplane Deaths on Same Day
What are the odds? First it was announced that founding member Paul Kantner had died. Then we learned that the band’s original female singer had also passed
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Jan 25, 1986: Albert Grossman, ex-Dylan Manager, Dies
The fiery-tempered manager who aided in the careers of Dylan, The Band and many others, was on a flight to Europe when he had a fatal heart attack.
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Jan 25, 2017: David Bowie Honored With Royal Mail Stamps
This was the first time the Royal Mail had dedicated an entire stamp issue to an individual music artist or cultural figure
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Steven Tyler Returns to Stage After Health Scare
Less than four weeks after Aerosmith’s South American tour was abruptly ended due to Tyler’s medical issue, the frontman performed several songs at a benefit concert
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January 23, 1986: Rock Hall Inaugural Ceremony
“Black Tie” and “rock ‘n’ roll” aren’t often used in the same sentence. But on this day, the Rock Hall’s initial induction event matched those words
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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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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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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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