Category Archives: Classic Hits & Oldies News – ABC Audio
Earliest known recording of the Beatles live debuts on BBC
Bill Ellmann/Daily Mirror/Mirrorpix via Getty Images) The BBC has debuted what is believed to be the earliest known full recording of a live Beatles concert, recorded 60 years ago by a 15-ye...
Apr 04, 2023
On This Day, April 4, 1964: The Beatles hold the Top Five spots on the 'Billboard' Hot 100
On This Day, April 4, 1964... The Beatles made chart history by holding the top five spots on the Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously. The songs in the top five included: “Please Ple...
Apr 04, 2023
Clothes & accessories owned by Janis Joplin & Jimi Hendrix going up for auction
Courtesy Kruse GWS AuctionsIn addition to their music, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix were known for their unique styles. Now music fans have a chance to own a piece of their look, ...
Apr 04, 2023
James Taylor adds five new shows to upcoming tour
Norman SeeffJames Taylor has added some more dates to his upcoming summer tour. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer announced five new shows, with stops in Connecticut, Boston, New Y...
Apr 03, 2023
Bruce Springsteen, Heart & more featured on 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' soundtrack
Marvel StudiosThe new Guardians of the Galaxy movie is set to hit theaters on May 5 and of course it comes with another great soundtrack. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: Awesome Mix Vol. 3&n...
Apr 03, 2023
Jon Anderson on Steve Howe’s version of Yes: “They’re OK”
Scott Dudelson/Getty ImagesYes’ Jon Anderson was replaced in the band in 2004 as he was dealing with a medical condition, but he doesn’t seem to be holding a grudge about it...
Apr 03, 2023
Lynyrd Skynyrd to go on following Gary Rossington’s death
Steve Thorne/RedfernsLynyrd Skynyrd has announced they plan to continue on following the March death of guitarist and founding member Gary Rossington. In a statement, Johnny Van Zant, w...
Apr 03, 2023
Madonna pays tribute to late record exec Seymour Stein
Marco Piraccini/Archivio Marco Piraccini/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty ImagesMadonna is paying tribute to record exec Seymour Stein, who passed away Sunday at the age of 80. “Sey...
Apr 03, 2023
Def Leppard’s Vivian Campbell picks Thin Lizzy’s Phil Lynott as his “Rock God”
Kevin Kane/Getty Images For The Rock and Roll Hall of FameDef Leppard’s Vivian Campbell is sharing his admiration for the late Thin Lizzy frontman Phil Lynott. While app...
Apr 03, 2023
Elton John's latest musical earns UK's top theater honors for its stars
Simone Joyner/Getty ImagesElton John has been busy with his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour for years now, but he found some time to write another musical — and it's a winner. Tammy Fa...
Apr 03, 2023