Tag "classic rock"

Mitch Margo of The Tokens (‘The Lion Sleeps Tonight’), Dies

Their most famous song was originally a hit in Africa, then found its way to American folk singers and finally went to #1

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Power Pop Singer-Songwriter Tommy Keene Dies

Fans of power pop were shocked to hear of the sudden passing of Tommy Keene, best known for his 1984 radio hit “Places That Are Gone.”

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Paul Buckmaster, Bowie/Elton Arranger, Dies at 71

His credits include Bowie’s “Space Oddity,” Elton John’s “Tiny Dancer” and Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain,” among dozens of other hits.

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Pentti Glan, Lou Reed/Alice Cooper Drummer, Dies

Best known for his work with Lou Reed and Alice Cooper in the ’70s, he was a star first in Canada and later played with a variety of artists.

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Robert Knight, ‘Everlasting Love’ Singer, Dead at 72

The singer who first put the enduring R&B-country classic on the charts in 1967 has passed. It was later a hit for other artists in the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s.

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Charles Bradley, Soul Music Revivalist, Dead at 68

He was nearly 50 when he turned professional, channeling his lifelong love of vintage soul music into a career reviving that classic sound

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Guy Villari, Original ‘Barbara Ann’ Singer, Dies at 75

If you’re a fan of the Beach Boys, you know their best-selling cover. The singer who had the original hit, with his group the Regents, has passed.

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Grant Hart, Hüsker Dü Drummer/Singer, Dead at 56

The former member of the influential American punk/alternative trio has lost his battle with cancer. Bandmate Bob Mould called him “frighteningly talented.”

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Remembering Molly Hatchet Founder, Dave Hlubek

He founded the Southern Rock band in 1971 and was lead guitarist and co-writer of many songs including “Flirtin’ With Disaster”

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Classic Rock Pics Show in Woodstock

Classic rock pics were on display at an exhibit in Woodstock NY that featured images from many well known photographers

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