Classic Hits Archives - Akamai Daily News

Iconic Van Morrison albums launch new Acoustic Sounds anniversary series

Friday, January 16 by ABC News

Two of Van Morrison's iconic albums, 1968's Astral Weeks and 1970's Moondance, are the first releases of the new Acoustic Sounds 40th Anniversary Series, part of a partnership between Analogue Productions and Rhino Records.Every album released in the series will be cut from the... Read More.

Paul McCartney pays tribute to Bob Weir: ‘A great musician who inspired many people of many generations’

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

Paul McCartney is the latest artist to pay tribute to the late Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir, whose death at age 78 was announced on Saturday."Bob Weir was a great musician who inspired many people of many generations," McCartney writes on Read More.

New book highlights Beatles producer George Martin’s famous scores

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

A new book about legendary Beatles producer George Martin's work is being released in celebration of what would have been his 100th birthday.George Martin: The Scores is described as "the first-ever definitive collection of the legendary producer's original music manuscripts."The three-volume book will be... Read More.

See Rod Stewart lead a pub sing-along in Scotland

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

Rod Stewart will sing anywhere - even in a Scottish pub on a weeknight.The Glasgow Times reports that Rod was in the Scottish city of Falkirk on Wednesday to watch his favorite soccer team, Celtic, play. In video shared on... Read More.

‘Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere’ sets Hulu debut

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

The Bruce Springsteen biopic Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere is set for its streaming debut.The film, starring The Bear's Jeremy Allen White as The Boss and Jeremy Strong as his manager, Jon Landau, will debut on Hulu and Hulu on... Read More.

See Rod Stewart lead a pub sing-along in Scotland

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

Rod Stewart will sing anywhere - even in a Scottish pub on a weeknight.The Glasgow Times reports that Rod was in the Scottish city of Falkirk on Wednesday to watch his favorite soccer team, Celtic, play. In video shared on... Read More.

Bob Weir celebration of life happening Saturday in San Francisco

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

The life of Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir will be celebrated with a gathering Saturday in San Francisco, birthplace of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band.Homecoming: Celebrating the life of Bobby Weir, will take place at Civic Center Plaza at 12:45... Read More.

Peter Frampton announces limited-edition Vinylphyle pressing of ‘Frampton Comes Alive!’

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

Peter Frampton recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of his iconic album Frampton Comes Alive! To mark the occasion, he's announced a special vinyl reissue.The album will be released as a limited-edition Vinylphyle double pressing, sourced from the original 1975 production... Read More.

On This Day, Jan. 15, 2024: Elton John won an Emmy for ‘Farewell From Dodger Stadium’

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

On This Day, Jan. 15, 2024...Elton John won the Emmy for outstanding variety special live for Elton John Live: Farewell From Dodger Stadium, the live Disney+ special documenting his final North American concert.Elton was unable to attend the Los Angeles ceremony because he was... Read More.

Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr & more donate to MusiCares Charity Relief Auction

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

Personal items and memorabilia from artists like Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Foreigner and Phil Collins are among the pieces up for grabs as part of this year's MusiCares Charity Relief Auction, held every year to support the charitable arm of... Read More.

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