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The Doobie Brothers ‘bid farewell’ to Chicago’s Walter Parazaider: ‘he blessed us all with his presence’

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

The Doobie Brothers have paid tribute to Chicago founding member Walter Parazaider, who passed away Wednesday at the age of 81.In a post on Instagram, the band said they wanted to "bid farewell to our good friend" and reflected on... Read More.

Live Nation offering $99 four-pack lawn tickets to summer tours

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

Live Nation is offering four-packs of lawn tickets to individual shows over the summer for the all-in price of $99 as part of its Summer of Live promotion.The participating artists include David Byrne, Don Felder, Foreigner, Lynyrd Skynyrd, James Taylor, John Fogerty, John Mellencamp,... Read More.

Sixpence None the Richer bass player dies

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

Justin Cary, longtime bass player for "Kiss Me" band Sixpence None the Richer, has died, according to frontwoman Leigh Nash. He was 50.On Instagram Thursday, Nash posted a carousel of photos of... Read More.

The Rolling Stones to debut ‘Speaking In Tongues’, the official ‘Foreign Tongues’ podcast

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

The Rolling Stones are set to give fans some insight into the making of their upcoming album, Foreign Tongues, with a brand-new podcast.Speaking in Tongues - The Official Podcast will consist of six episodes, narrated by Grammy Award-winning singer Norah... Read More.

The Band’s ‘Music From Big Pink’ gets limited-edition Vinylphyle pressing

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

The Band's debut album, Music From Big Pink, has gotten an audio upgrade.The album, which features the band's iconic Robbie Robertson-penned tune "The Weight," has just been reissued as part of UMe's Vinylphyle audiophile series.The release, cut from the original 1968 album master, has... Read More.

Details for Peabo Bryson’s Celebration of Life announced

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

Peabo Bryson's family has announced arrangements for his Celebration of Life.Peabo, known for his hit songs and duets, including "Beauty and the Beast," died June 2 surrounded by family and friends.His family will hold a private ceremony on Father's Day to honor and reflect... Read More.

The Rolling Stones’ Keith Richards doesn’t think another tour is possible

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

Mick Jagger said during a recent appearance on the BBC Radio 2's Tracks of My Years that he "can't wait" to go back out on tour with The Rolling Stones again, but it seems Keith Richards isn't so certain.While doing... Read More.

On This Day, June 19, 2020: Bob Dylan released his 39th studio album, ‘Rough and Rowdy Ways’

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

On This Day, June 19, 2020...Bob Dylan released his 39th studio album, Rough and Rowdy Ways, which peaked at #2 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart and went to #1 in over 10 countries.The critically-acclaimed album's first single was the more than 16-minute track... Read More.

Peter Frampton documentary getting West Coast premiere

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

After having its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival in New York City in early June, Peter Frampton's new documentary, Frampton, is coming to the West Coast.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer has announced that the film is set to have its West... Read More.

Eric Clapton launches sweepstakes to win Crossroads Guitar Festival experience

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

Eric Clapton will once again be hosting his Crossroads Guitar Festival, this time in Austin, Texas, and now he's giving you a chance to enjoy a VIP experience to the shows.The three-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer has announced a new sweepstakes where... Read More.

Classic Hits

The Doobie Brothers ‘bid farewell’ to Chicago’s Walter Parazaider: ‘he blessed us all with his presence’

Live Nation offering $99 four-pack lawn tickets to summer tours

Sixpence None the Richer bass player dies

The Rolling Stones to debut ‘Speaking In Tongues’, the official ‘Foreign Tongues’ podcast

The Band’s ‘Music From Big Pink’ gets limited-edition Vinylphyle pressing

Details for Peabo Bryson’s Celebration of Life announced

The Rolling Stones’ Keith Richards doesn’t think another tour is possible

On This Day, June 19, 2020: Bob Dylan released his 39th studio album, ‘Rough and Rowdy Ways’

Peter Frampton documentary getting West Coast premiere

Eric Clapton launches sweepstakes to win Crossroads Guitar Festival experience

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