Classic Hits – Page 6 – Lakes Media Network

Watch Paul (Mescal) meet Paul (McCartney) in upcoming Amazon Music series

Friday, May 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Paul Mescal is portraying Paul McCartney in the upcoming quartet of Beatles films being made by Sam Mendes, so Amazon Music has tapped Mescal to interview McCartney about his new album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane.The Boys of Dungeon Lane: In Conversation with Paul... Read More.

Elton John named first-ever president of UK’s Ivors Academy

Friday, May 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Elton John got an honor that nobody has ever received before Thursday in London.He was named the first-ever president of The Ivors Academy, a U.K. not-for-profit that works to support, empower and celebrate songwriters and composers. The Academy also hands... Read More.

Hello, Goodbye: Paul McCartney turns off the lights on ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert ‘

Friday, May 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Back in 1964, Paul McCartney played The Ed Sullivan Show with The Beatles. And on Thursday night, he returned to the same venue to turn out the lights on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.Sir Paul returned to Ed Sullivan Theater, as it was... Read More.

Dylan un-covered: Hit songs written by Bob Dylan

Friday, May 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Legendary singer/songwriter Bob Dylan turns 85 on Sunday.While Dylan has been called one of the greatest American songwriters, not many people are as effusive about his singing voice. But the love of his songwriting has led many artists to cover Dylan's songs, sometimes landing... Read More.

HBO sets airdate and drops trailer for the Questlove’s ‘Earth, Wind & Fire’ documentary

Thursday, May 21 by Lakes Media Music News

HBO has announced the airdate for Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson's documentary about R&B legends Earth, Wind & Fire.Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial VS That's the Weight of the World) is set to debut June 7 at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and will... Read More.

Bruce Springsteen tour ‘beefs up’ security due to ‘death threats,’ according to Stevie Van Zandt

Thursday, May 21 by Lakes Media Music News

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band are currently on their Land of Hope and Dreams tour, and during the shows The Boss has been very vocal regarding his feelings about President Donald Trump and his administration. Well, E Street Band guitarist Stevie Van... Read More.

The Rolling Stones’ Mick Jagger and Ronnie Wood to reveal the songs that have soundtracked their lives

Thursday, May 21 by Lakes Media Music News

The Rolling Stones' Mick Jagger and Ronnie Wood are the latest musicians set to take part in the BBC Radio 2 show Tracks of My Years.Jagger and Wood have just been announced as guests on the May 31 episode, where... Read More.

‘Saturday Night Live’ releases bonus Paul McCartney performances

Thursday, May 21 by Lakes Media Music News

Saturday Night Live has just released two bonus Paul McCartney performances that didn't make it on air when he was the musical guest on the show's May 16 season finale.During the show, McCartney performed three tracks: The Boys of Dungeon Lane single "Days We... Read More.

On This Day, May 21, 1979: Elton John becomes first western act to play U.S.S.R

Thursday, May 21 by Lakes Media Music News

On This Day, May 21, 1979...Elton John became the first western act to play the former U.S.S.R., when he kicked off a four-night stand at the Bolshoi Oktyabrsky (Great October) Concert Hall in Leningrad.After the opening night concert, Elton was reportedly asked to tone... Read More.

Night Ranger to release new ‘Best Of’ compilation

Thursday, May 21 by Lakes Media Music News

Night Ranger is looking back on their career with a new compilation album.The rockers are set to release Best Of on Aug. 28, an album featuring newly remixed and remastered versions of their classic tunes. It will include "Sister Christian," "When You Close Your... Read More.

Yes releases new track from upcoming album, ‘Aurora’

Wednesday, May 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Yes has released another song from their upcoming album, Aurora.After debuting the album's title track in April, the band - currently made up of Steve Howe, Geoff Downes, Jon Davison, Billy Sherwood and Jay Schellen - has now released "Turnaround... Read More.

Lenny Kaye releases ‘Goin’ Local’ track ‘Solstice,’ co-written by Patti Smith

Wednesday, May 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Lenny Kaye, the longest serving member of the Patti Smith Group, has released another song off his upcoming debut album, Goin' Local.The latest is the track "Solstice," which was co-written by Smith. The 79-year-old Kaye notes, "[O]ur collaboration continues a... Read More.

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