Classic Hits – Page 39 – Lakes Media Network

Ian Anderson pays tribute to Jethro Tull founding member Mick Abrahams

Wednesday, December 24 by Lakes Media Music News

Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson is paying tribute to the band's original guitarist Mick Abrahams, who passed away Dec. 19 at the age of 82.In a post on the band's website, Anderson wrote that it was "with great sadness" that he... Read More.

The Zombies announce dates for third annual Begin Here festival

Wednesday, December 24 by Lakes Media Music News

The Zombies have announced the dates for their third annual Begin Here festival. The 2026 event, which takes place in their hometown of St. Albans, U.K., will run from Oct. 30 to Nov. 1.The Begin Here festival, which launched in... Read More.

Paul McCartney tops ‘Billboard’ Boxscore, plus The Beatles drop new holiday yule log

Tuesday, December 23 by Lakes Media Music News

Paul McCartney has landed on top the Billboard Boxscore for November thanks to his Got Back tour.The Beatles legend tops the chart after bringing in $51.7 million from sales of 150,000 tickets for 11 shows. The latest leg of the... Read More.

Fine Young Cannibals’ Roland Gift reveals what drives him crazy — in a good way

Tuesday, December 23 by Lakes Media Music News

Fine Young Cannibals recently released FYC40, a "definitive anthology" of the British group who topped the charts in the late '80s. And while the band only released two official albums, their music still endures -- especially their first #1 hit, "Read More.

Bob Dylan has a lot to say about Willie Nelson

Tuesday, December 23 by Lakes Media Music News

Legendary musician Willie Nelson is the subject of a New Yorker profile, but what has everyone talking is Bob Dylan's contribution to the piece, where he had quite a few things to say about the 92-year-old Rock & Roll Hall... Read More.

The Year in Music 2025: The Beatles update ‘Anthology’, plus the cast of Sam Mendes’ biopics revealed

Tuesday, December 23 by Lakes Media Music News

The Beatles may have broken up in 1970, but the band continues to live on and 2025 was no exception.-Fans of the band got a new look at their 1990s Anthology project with reissues of the documentary series, music and book.-Disney+ debuted a restored... Read More.

James Taylor reveals 2026 touring plans

Monday, December 22 by Lakes Media Music News

James Taylor is sharing his 2026 tour plans with fans.In a video posted on Instagram from a snowy New England, Taylor reveals that he will be hitting the road next year, giving fans an overview of where he'll be playing."It's... Read More.

Paul McCartney reveals 2025 highlight, teases new album and more

Monday, December 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Paul McCartney had a busy 2025, so it wasn't easy for him to nail down a highlight of the year.In the final website Q&A for 2025, McCartney was asked to name his "professional highlight" of the year, and he couldn't... Read More.

‘Fool (If You Think It’s Over)’ singer Chris Rea dies at 74

Monday, December 22 by Lakes Media Music News

British singer/songwriter Chris Rea, who had a hit in the '70s with "Fool (If You Think it's Over)," has passed away at the age of 74. His death was confirmed in a statement posted on his... Read More.

Barry Manilow announces cancer diagnosis, surgery forces postponement of shows

Monday, December 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Barry Manilow has been forced to postpone his January concerts so he can undergo cancer surgery, the legendary singer announced on Monday.In a statement on Instagram, Manilow writes that he'd recently suffered through weeks of bronchitis, so his doctor ordered... Read More.

On This Day, Dec. 22, 2014: Joe Cocker dies at age 70

Monday, December 22 by Lakes Media Music News

On This Day, Dec. 22, 2014 ...British singer Joe Cocker died of lung cancer in Colorado at the age of 70.Known for his raspy voice and expressive body movements while performing, Cocker first gained commercial success thanks to his soulful cover of The Beatles'... Read More.

Final installment of Freddie Mercury’s ‘Mr Bad Guy’ YouTube series released

Friday, December 19 by Lakes Media Music News

The final installment of the three-part YouTube series looking back at Freddie Mercury's debut solo album, Mr Bad Guy, has just been released, and it focuses on the songs on the album.Once again, the clip features archival footage of the... Read More.

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