Tag "classic rock"
When a Kinks Gig Was Promoted by a Serial Killer… Wait, What?
The serial murderer convicted for killing 33 young men and boys, promoted a Kinks concert on the band’s 1965 debut US tour. For reals
Read More
June 21, 1981: Steely Dan Disband
Steely Dan were a star act during the 1970s who enjoyed hit songs, strong FM airplay and million selling albums. They broke up in ’81 and reunited in ’93.
Read More
Remembering Wayne Jackson, Who Recorded With Giants as Memphis Horns
The trumpeter, whose talents graced many legendary rock, soul and pop recordings for over 50 years, was a recipient of a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Read More
June 20, ’19: David Gilmour Guitar Auction: $21 Million For Charity
“These guitars have been very good to me, but it’s time that they moved on,” he said. The legendary Black Strat set a record for a guitar at auction
Read More
June 18, 1942: Dominos’ Bassist Carl Radle Born
Tulsa, OK-born Radle played with Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Delaney and Bonnie, Leon Russell, Duane Allman, and Derek and the Dominos but died young
Read More
2017 in Review: Best of the Boxed Sets & Collections
It’s that time of year and we’ve ID’d great titles from the Beatles, Beach Boys, Stones, Dylan, Eagles and more. Our guide to the year’s best. Happy shopping!
Read More
Dream Syndicate: Majestic, Loud, Noisy, Fun, Alive
They came roaring back with the kind of majestic, loud, noisy, fun, alive show that would be impressive from a band half their age.
Read More
2017 in Review: New Albums by Classic Rockers
It’s that time of year–music for everyone! Here, for your wish list, are 34 brand new albums, all released during 2017, by classic rock artists.
Read More
Handicapping the 2018 Rock Hall Nominees!
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced its nominees for the 2018 class. We predict which artists we think will make the final cut.
Read More
Cat Stevens’ Comeback Tour Continues
The singer-songwriter first brought his “A Cat’s Attic” tour to North American audiences in 2016. Now with a new album, he’s played South Africa, Australia and New Zealand
Read More