Tag "classic video"
‘Smoke on the Water’ Sung by… Pat Boone?!
One of classic rock music’s most iconic songs rendered in a way that brings new meaning to the word “interpretation.” Watch if you dare…
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Five Easy Pieces: The Diner Scene
“I’d like a plain omelette… and wheat toast.” Simple enough, right? Well, if you’re having a bad day, this classic scene with Jack Nicholson from Five Easy Pieces will put things in perspective for you.
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When Blondie’s ‘Rapture’ Earned an Unlikely Distinction
The band began as a cross between new wave and punk but earned chart success in other genres. One wild fact about “Rapture” can win you a lot of bar bets.
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The Bangles and Manic Monday: An Appreciation
Their first four singles had been completely ignored by Top 40 radio. That would all change with “Manic Monday,” penned by a mystery songwriter.
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David Bowie Gift to Guitarist Pal, Adrian Belew
In 1990, Belew was musical director for Bowie’s Sound+Vision tour. The legend gave him 2 songs for his album. “Pretty Pink Rose” absolutely wails
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Pulp Fiction: Some Favorite Scenes
When someone asks you if you’ve seen “Pulp Fiction,” there’s only one correct answer
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The Doors on ‘American Bandstand’
The Doors were enjoying a #1 hit when they joined Dick Clark in 1967 for two songs and an interview with America’s Oldest Teenager
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Freddie Mercury Showcase: Queen’s ‘Somebody to Love’
By 1976, they were bona fide rock stars and produced their fifth album, A Day at the Races, themselves. Sing along to a song by a band hitting their stride
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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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Rodney Dangerfield – The Tonight Show
The man known for his “No Respect” line appeared on the NBC late night program 35 times, usually talking about his relationship with his doctor, dentist and wife
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