Classic Hits Archives - Page 18 of 78

Brenda Lee’s ‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’ inspires new holiday guide

Tuesday, July 29 by ABC News

Brenda Lee’s holiday classic "Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree" has inspired a new holiday guide.The book, also titled Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, is described as a “nostalgic festive guide to celebrating the holidays.” It includes "ideas for holiday parties, innovative decorations, cozy meals, and... Read More.

Ian Anderson on Mick Jagger’s vocals: ‘(He) didn’t set the bar very high’

Tuesday, July 29 by ABC News

Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson doesn’t seem all that impressed with Mick Jagger.The 77-year-old rocker criticized the Rolling Stones frontman’s singing in an interview with Now Spinning Magazine as he was addressing what it physically takes to perform at his age.Discussing the challenges faced... Read More.

David Gilmour’s Luck and Strange tour captured for concert film and live album

Tuesday, July 29 by ABC News

David Gilmour released the solo album Luck and Strange in 2024 and hit the road on a solo tour, and now one of those shows is coming to theaters.Live at the Circus Maximus, Rome captures one of the Pink Floyd rocker’s shows at the famed Italian... Read More.

On This Day, July 29, 2014: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers release what would be their final album

Tuesday, July 29 by ABC News

On This Day, July 29, 2014…Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers released their 13th studio album Hypnotic Eye, which would wind up being their final album.Although it didn’t contain any hit singles, the album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making it the only Petty... Read More.

Bad Company’s ‘quietly impressed’ by artists on upcoming tribute album

Tuesday, July 29 by ABC News

Details of the Bad Company tribute album Can’t Get Enough: The Music of Bad Company were recently released, and the soon-to-be Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band's Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke have some pretty positive things to say about the upcoming release. “It has been very interesting listening to... Read More.

Billy Joel shares live performance of ‘Piano Man’ from 1975 TV appearance

Monday, July 28 by ABC News

Billy Joel recently announced that he was planning to release some archival rarities that were discovered during the making of his HBO documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes, and now he’s debuted his first clip.The rocker shared a video of a May 16,... Read More.

Ringo Starr back in the studio with T Bone Burnett

Monday, July 28 by ABC News

Ringo Starr is making some more new music.The two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer just shared a July update with fans, revealing in a video that he’s back in the studio, once again working with T Bone Burnett on... Read More.

Phil Collins’ reps deny rumors he’s in hospice care

Monday, July 28 by ABC News

Phil Collins’ reps are shooting down claims that the singer is in hospice care.The alleged rumors about the 74-year-old Collins' health recently surfaced on social media. His reps have confirmed to ABC Audio that the rumors are not true and that Collins is in the... Read More.

The Stray Cats announce fall tour dates

Monday, July 28 by ABC News

The Stray Cats are hitting the road again.The Rockabilly rockers, featuring original band members Brian Setzer, Lee Rocker and Slim Jim Phantom, have just announced dates for a new fall tour. The trek kicks off Oct. 25 in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, and wraps Nov. 23... Read More.

On This Day, July 28, 2021: ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill dies at age 72

Monday, July 28 by ABC News

On This Day, July 28, 2021...Dusty Hill, longtime bassist for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band ZZ Top, passed away in his sleep at home in Houston, Texas. He was 72.Born Joe Michael Hill in Dallas, Texas, Dusty and drummer Frank Beard joined... Read More.

Classic Hits

Brenda Lee’s ‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’ inspires new holiday guide

Ian Anderson on Mick Jagger’s vocals: ‘(He) didn’t set the bar very high’

David Gilmour’s Luck and Strange tour captured for concert film and live album

On This Day, July 29, 2014: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers release what would be their final album

Bad Company’s ‘quietly impressed’ by artists on upcoming tribute album

Billy Joel shares live performance of ‘Piano Man’ from 1975 TV appearance

Ringo Starr back in the studio with T Bone Burnett

Phil Collins’ reps deny rumors he’s in hospice care

The Stray Cats announce fall tour dates

On This Day, July 28, 2021: ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill dies at age 72

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