The Scene: The Classic Rock Legacy
1970: The Year in Rock Music
As 1970 was ushered in, few could have imagined where we were headed next. There weren’t many signs at the start of the decade.
1-2-3-4: Listen to The Beatles ‘Anthology’ 2025 Upgraded Expanded Edition
The landmark 1995…
The Scene: The Classic Rock Legacy
1970: The Year in Rock Music
As 1970 was ushered in, few could have imagined where we were headed next. There weren’t many signs at the start of the decade.
1-2-3-4: Listen to The Beatles ‘Anthology’ 2025 Upgraded Expanded Edition
The landmark 1995 series has been restored and remastered in celebration of its 30th anniversary with updated releases on screen, as music collections and in print.
NEWS PLUS: Top of The Pops (Charts)
Radio Hits in December 1967: Things Were ‘Different’
A memorable year in music was coming to a close with songs that remain popular decades later. Enjoy the hits from Gladys Knight, Johnny Rivers, The Beatles and more.
The Monkees Get New Singles Compilation, “The A’s, The B’s & The Monkees”
The collection includes all of the band’s hit singles released on the Colgems label between 1966 and 1970.
The Yardbirds, with Both Beck and Page, in ‘Blow-Up’
It’s a classic scene from a landmark ’60s film, and a rare look at that brief moment when Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page were in the same band.
Shine On: Pink Floyd’s ‘Wish You Were Here’ Gets 50th Anniversary Edition
The 2025 release, with previously unreleased alternate versions and demos, gives fans a new perspective into one of the band’s most iconic and best-loved albums.
Classic Videos
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Adam Sandler’s Classic ‘Hanukkah Song’ (and Updates)
SNL ‘Exorcist’ Parody With Richard Pryor
SNL Holiday Favorite: Schweddy Balls
On This Day
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Dec 17, 1977: Elvis Costello Changes Songs on SNL
RIP – Rock In Perpetuity
Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Grateful Dead Singer During the 1970s, Dies
Dave Ball, of UK Synth-Pop Duo Soft Cell (‘Tainted Love’), Dies at 66
Rockers Offer Tributes to Ace Frehley, Guitarist Who Co-Founded Kiss, Dead at 74
John Lodge of the Moody Blues Has Died
Chris Dreja, ‘Other’ Guitarist in the Yardbirds, Dies
The Scene: The Classic Rock Legacy
1970: The Year in Rock Music
As 1970 was ushered in, few could have imagined where we were headed next. There weren’t many signs at the start of the decade.
1-2-3-4: Listen to The Beatles ‘Anthology’ 2025 Upgraded Expanded Edition
Radio Hits in December 1967: Things Were ‘Different’
The Monkees Get New Singles Compilation, “The A’s, The B’s & The Monkees”
The Yardbirds, with Both Beck and Page, in ‘Blow-Up’
Shine On: Pink Floyd’s ‘Wish You Were Here’ Gets 50th Anniversary Edition
Rob Reiner Tributes: Acclaimed Filmmaker of ‘Spinal Tap,’ ‘Stand By Me,’ ‘A Few Good Men,’ 78
Bob Dylan’s ‘Through the Open Window’ Explores Revealing Early Work: Review
The Best Classic Rock Albums of 2025
Carl Carlton, Who Scored Hits With “Everlasting Love” and “She’s a Bad Mama Jama,” Dies
Rob Reiner Tributes: Acclaimed Filmmaker of ‘Spinal Tap,’ ‘Stand By Me,’ ‘A Few Good Men,’ 78
He pivoted from his role as an Emmy Award-winning actor on the landmark TV sitcom, All in the Family, to a celebrated career behind the camera as a film director.
Bob Dylan’s ‘Through the Open Window’ Explores Revealing Early Work: Review
The set aims to dig beneath the surface and hold a magnifying glass to his creative process.
The Best Classic Rock Albums of 2025
Legends such as Elton John, Ringo Starr, Boz Scaggs, Chrissie Hynde and many others released outstanding albums during the year.
Carl Carlton, Who Scored Hits With “Everlasting Love” and “She’s a Bad Mama Jama,” Dies
The Detroit R&B and soul singer had suffered a stroke in 2019.
Joe Ely Dies, Country-Rock Musician Toured and Recorded With The Clash
2 ‘New’ Early Recordings by the Beatles Discovered
12 Soaring Vocals of the ’60s: The Best That Could Happen
Bob Dylan: Reflections on His Early Days by Those Who Knew Him
Best Boxed Sets, Collections & Reissues of 2025
Remember David Gates, Who Led the ’70s Group Bread?
He was the songwriter, guitarist, producer and primary vocalist for the popular band that broke through with the #1 single, “Make It With You.”
An Expanded Edition of the Beatles’ ‘Anthology Collection’: Review
If you’re a fan (and who isn’t?) and don’t already own the first three compendiums, the new set should prove irresistible.
Robert Plant Sets 2026 Tour to Support Mighty Fine ‘Saving Grace’ Album
The LP, featuring a new band of distinguished players, breathes fresh life into a collection of century-old music.