insert_link Classic Hits Rock Stars Help Legend Celebrate 90th! One of America’s musical treasures, Tony Bennett turned 90 this year. Wow! To help celebrate Elton John, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, and a list of Hollywood ‘A’ stars taped a TV special at the Radio City Music Hall last week. The TV special is in conjunction with the release of Tony's new album "Tony Bennett Celebrates 90," due December 16. The NBC special is called ‘Tony Bennett Celebrates 90: The […] todayNovember 22, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits Rocking and Rolling with Fun Facts We're just a few days away from Thanksgiving and most of the news around rock and roll is old news. Not a whole lot happens right before turkey day. Let’s share some interesting rock and roll fun facts. There are 4,000 versions or ‘covers’ of the Beatles hit "Yesterday.” It’s been estimated that the song has been played eight million times since its debut on the radio. “You’ve Lost That […] todayNovember 22, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits James Taylor Hits the Road James Taylor is an American treasure, having recorded and toured for over 40 years. In addition, James has earned Grammys, Billboard and Presidential Medal of Freedom awards along the way. James Taylor was actually born in New York City before his family moved to North Carolina. He also has the dark honor of having Mark David Chapman run into him the day before John Lennon’s murder, where Chapman asked him […] todayNovember 22, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits A Wild Resurfaced Letter From John to Paul Never put something down in writing or in an email, as it will last forever and may come back to haunt you. During the height of the Beatles, email wasn’t conceived yet, but letters were, and a letter to Sir Paul McCartney from John Lennon has resurfaced. A typewritten 1971 letter from John was found as a biddable item in a Boston auction, written by John shortly after the official […] todayNovember 21, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits Your Monday Morning Headlines Thanksgiving is just a few days away, so it’s going to be a short work week. Here are your music news headlines... Motley Crue is being sued by the Raskins, an opening act from their 2014 tour. The Raskins are asking for $30 million dollars in punitive and emotional damage. The crux of the suit describes the Raskins not getting the money they initially negotiated, being unable to sell tour […] todayNovember 21, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits The Boss Wins Presidential Medal of Freedom Honors Singers and songwriters work hard to make your favorite music, earning Grammys, Billboard Awards, and sometimes Oscars if a song is used in film; all are wonderful honors. Perhaps the most heralded recognition is that from the Presidential Medal of Freedom award, handed out each year by the White House. Announced just this week, Bruce Springsteen and Diana Ross were chosen to receive the award from a list that also […] todayNovember 18, 2016
insert_link Adult Contemporary Michael Jackson’s Last Award Show Appearance It was 10 years ago this week that Michael Jackson made his last appearance at an award show and it was a huge moment in his life. He had just been found not guilty in court before heading to the World Music Awards. Michael Jackson won the Chopard Diamond award in 2006. It is given to recording artists who have reach the 100 million albums sold mark in their career. […] todayNovember 18, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits A Former Eagles Band Member’s Solo Project When you think of the Folk/Rock band Eagles, it’s easy to put your focus on the late Glenn Frey, Don Henley or even Joe Walsh. Each of these band members were affable and enjoyed the bright spotlight, but it was the bass player that kept the back beat. Most fans don’t immediately think of Timothy an original member that helped shape the Eagles in their early days. Timothy B. Schmit […] todayNovember 18, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits A Double Live Album You Must Hear This Friday If you’re a fan of the country/rock band ‘The Outlaws,’ this news will make you smile. The Outlaws Double live album "Legacy Live” to be released this Friday. ‘Legacy Live’ will contain two CDs, filled with the hits that made them famous. You’ll hear'Ghost Riders,' 'Green Grass & High Tides Forever,' ‘There Goes Another Love Song,` and ´Freeborn Man’ among many others on the offering. Other hits you'll see included […] todayNovember 17, 2016
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