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Classic Rock is kind of a tough category to pigeonhole. True, it's a brand of oldies rock, but fifties music doesn't qualify (too old) and, to purists at least, neither does most eighties music (too new). If you find this at all confusing, you are hardly alone.
Broadly defined, classic rock is music that was first popularized during the FM Rock era of the late sixties and seventies. The cut-off, if there is one, comes at roughly the same time that the MTV era began (although many also consider bands of the same period like U2, R.E.M., and Dire Straits as classic rock).
Mostly, though, classic rock is a radio format created by onetime FM Rock radio programmers who found themselves in a time warp when they didn't expand their playlists beyond groups like Led Zeppelin, the Beatles, and the Stones. Other classic staples include Boston, Bad Company, Bruce Springsteen, Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Who.
As a radio format, classic rock remains hugely viable and such stations as Seattle's KZOK regularly top the ratings in their markets. You'll find classic rock fans talking about their favorite music at blogs like Classic Rock Central, Layla's Classic Rock and Classic Rock Revisited.
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Who is your favorite Beatle?
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Did not see a thread for this, used the search feature and came up with nothing. If there is a thread for it already I apologize. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Star. Four of the most infamous musicians in rock history, and the four members of The Beatles. Which one is your personal ...4 hours ago -
Rock and Roll History: November 27
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Wanna know what’s important to me on this date in Rock and Roll History? Can you say Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones and more? Please watch the video and take a trip down memory lane…8 hours ago -
Jimi Hendrix: Rock & Roll Quote
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“It’s funny the way most people love the dead. Once you are dead you are made for life.” ~Jimi Hendrix Happy Birthday, Jimi. We miss you!9 hours ago -
Jimi Hendrix: Rock and Roll History
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Today would have been Rock & Roll legend Jimi Hendrix’s 67th birthday. Please enjoy my 1-Minute Birthday Tribute to Jimi . We love you, Jimmy!9 hours ago -
Steely Dan: “Black Friday”
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With all of this talk about “Black Friday” here in the United States, I had no idea there were so many Steely Dan fans out there. I’m sure they’ll all want to see this rockin’ video of the Gruesome Twosome performing it live. I saw them play it in concert twice earlier this month, and it was totally ...10 hours ago -
The Beatles Stereo CD Box Set
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The Beatles in Stereo CD Set was made available in September of ‘09 it instantly became the ultimate standard for The Beatles discography. These stereo versions sound far superior to the old discs from the’80s. When comparing the remastered CDs to the older discs it’s like the old discs are under a pile of ...15 hours ago -
Jimi Hendrix Experience – Hey Joe + Sunshine of Your Love
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Jimi Hendrix , American guitarist (d. 1970) Tagged: classic rock, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Jimi Hendrix, Jimi Hendrix Experience, November 27 birthdays, psychedelic rock, rock, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame17 hours ago -
THE WHO Confirmed for Superbowl XLIV Halftime Performance
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MUSIC NEWS - The NFL confirmed today during Thursdays game between the Oakland Raiders and Dallas Cowboys that The Who will headline the Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIV Halftime Show on CBS Sports at Dolphin Stadium in South Florida on Sunday, February 7, 2010. The Bridgestone Super Bowl halftime show is one of ...1 day ago -
THE WHO Confirmed for Superbowl XLIV Halftime Performance
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Это Рок (2009)
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Исполнитель: VAДата: 2009Жанр: РокКачество: Mp3 /256 kbps / 44.1KHzТрэки: 60Размер: 377 Mb01.Сурганова и Оркестр-Апрельская02.MONOЛиза-Под прицелами03.Би-2-Шамбала04.Sakura-Миру мир05.Jморс-Невидима И ...1 day ago -
AC/DC – It Smells Rock ‘n’ Roll (2009)
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AC/DC – It Smells Rock ‘n’ Roll (2009)Исполнитель: AC/DCДата: 2009Жанр: Hard RockКачество: Mp3 /320 kbps / 44.1KHzТрэки: 19Размер: 251 MbCD: 101. Cartoon Intro02. Rock `N? Roll Train03. Hell Ain’t A Bad Place To Be04. Back In Black05. Big Jack06. Dirty Deeds Done Dirt ...1 day ago -
Rock & Roll Gratefulness
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On this Thanksgiving Day, here are a few of the many things for which I am grateful . Among other things, I am grateful for you!1 day ago -
Tina Turner: Rock & Roll Wisdom
Rock and Roll Guru —
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“What’s love got to do with it?” -Tina Turner Love has everything to do with it, whatever IT is! Love is the most powerful force in the universe, and when we live from love we radiate out an energy that attracts other loving people to us while creating a ripple effect that positively touches the life of ...1 day ago -
Rock and Roll History: November 26
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A few juicy tidbits on this date in Rock and Roll History , including Tina, Cream and John Lennon. Have a rockin’ Thanksgiving wherever you are on this third rock from the sun!1 day ago -
Fleetwood Mac – Like It This Way
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John McVie , Brit guitarist for Fleetwood Mac Tagged: blues, blues rock, classic rock, Fleetwood Mac, Grammy winner, John McVie, November 26 birthdays, rock, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame1 day ago -
Rock Classics – Raised On Rock (2CD) 2009
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Альбом: Rock Classics – Raised On RockГод Выхода: 2009Жанр: RockДлительность: 1:42:20Формат | Качество: mp3 | 320 кбит/с / 44,1 kHz / СтереоРазмер: 247 МбТреклист:CD 1:01. Spencer Davis Group – Somebody Help Me02. Small Faces – All Or ...1 day ago -
The Last Waltz: Rock and Roll History
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I just had to share a few thoughts on my all-time favorite Rock and Roll Concert movie, thirty-three years to the day after it was released. I absolutely love The Band and The Last Waltz! If you’re receiving this by email, watch the video here .2 days ago -
Rock and Roll History Lesson for November 25th
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A Rock and Roll birthday, a few classic albums released, a classic concert and more in today’s Rock and Roll History lesson, my fellow gurus. If you can’t see the video, please click here .2 days ago -
A Sign of The Apocalypse: Led Zeppelin And Aerosmith Rumors Merge
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Although this “superrumor” has been declared unfounded, the rock world was buzzing for a bit over the past couple of days over rumors of a new supergroup that would include members of Led Zeppelin and Aerosmith. Throw Eric Clapton into the mix and you’ve got the makings of a white hot rock rumor.It appears it ...2 days ago -
Steve Conte And The Crazy Truth Album Review
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Those who know our reviews policy at BigDistraction will know that we don’t like to review anything until we’ve listened to it carefully and repeatedly. The reason for this seemingly obvious mission statement is simply this: It’s easy to recommend an album that’s all flash and no bang after only one listen ...3 days ago
