Category Archives: Classic Hits & Oldies News – ABC Audio
New book looks at the link between Bruce Springsteen & Billy Joel
Rutgers University PressBruce Springsteen and Billy Joel are two of the biggest rockers to come out of the tristate area, and now, a new book will explore the differences and similariti...
Aug 21, 2023
On This Day, August 21, 1965: The Rolling Stones land their first #1 album in the U.S.
On This Day, August 21, 1965… The Rolling Stones landed their first #1 album in the United States with Out Of Our Heads, which went on to hold the top spot for three weeks. The band&r...
Aug 21, 2023
Def Leppard celebrates 44th anniversary of their first record deal in new tour diary
Ross HalfinDef Leppard is sharing another behind-the-scenes look at their world tour, and this time it comes with a big celebration. Episode 12 of their video tour diary finds the...
Aug 21, 2023
Don McLean celebrates 50th anniversary of “Vincent” with new tour dates
Jeremy Westby / 2911 MediaDon McLean is hitting the road to celebrate the 50th anniversary of some of his biggest hits. The artist has been on the road since 2022 celebrating the anniversary...
Aug 18, 2023
Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson doesn’t care about the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Frank Hoensch/RedfernsDespite an over 50-year career, Jethro Tull has received no love from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. But frontman Ian Anderson doesn’t seem at all bo...
Aug 18, 2023
Neil Young’s 'Harvest Moon' to be reissued on clear vinyl
Reprise RecordsNeil Young’s classic album Harvest Moon is getting a very special vinyl release. The record will be released September 22 as a three-sided, double album on clear co...
Aug 18, 2023
Grateful Dead release never-before-heard music from 'Wake of the Flood' session tapes
RhinoGrateful Dead has released two hours of never-before-heard music. The band just shared the third edition of The Angel’s Share series, this time featuring previously unre...
Aug 18, 2023
Steve Miller gives fans insight into the making of 'The Joker' track “Sugar Babe”
SAILOR/CAPITOL/UMESteve Miller is sharing another taste of his upcoming box set celebrating the 50th anniversary of his classic album The Joker. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer ...
Aug 18, 2023
Very busy Cher gives update on memoir, biopic and Christmas album
Nick Argo/©Academy Museum FoundationCher just sold her catalog and launched her own brand of gelato, but she's busy with multiple other projects, including animal activism. Speaking to ...
Aug 18, 2023
Howard Jones celebrates 40th anniversary of debut single “New Song
Cherry Red RecordsAugust 19 marks the 40th anniversary of the release of Howard Jones’ debut single, “New Song,” and even he can’t quite believe it’s been that long....
Aug 18, 2023