Rest Easy Forrest Richard “Dickey” Betts (December 12, 1943 - April 18, 2024)6d ⋅ TennesseeJed_7789 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Randy Rhoads (1956–1982) The co-founder and original guitarist of Quiet Riot, and the guitarist and co-songwriter for Ozzy Osbourne's first two solo albums Blizzard of Ozz (1980) and Diary of a Madman (1981). Rhoads was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2021 ... Fly on!11mo ⋅ j3434 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
The Allman Brothers Band onstage at the 2nd Atlanta Pop Festival, Byron, GA. July 3/5, 1970.6d ⋅ DrHerb98 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
They finally made it on the cover March 29th, 1973. 51 years ago today. Dr Hook on the cover of Rolling Stone.3wk ⋅ thafezz ⋅ r/ClassicRock
On March 11th, 1975, Alice Cooper released, 'Welcome to My Nightmare'. Most of the musicians on this album were from Lou Reed's touring band. 'Nightmare' charted to #5 in the US. BTW, this is Cooper's first album after he changed his name from Vincent Furnier.1mo ⋅ BirdBurnett ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Met the legendary bob seger last night at a wedding, 10/10 experience! Story in comments :)1yr ⋅ Whydidthechickencrow ⋅ r/ClassicRock
A picture of a young ZZ Top a way way way way way back and long long long long time ago in 1970.1yr ⋅ Apprehensive_Idea758 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
On February 28th, 1970, Led Zeppelin played a gig in Copenhagen as The Nobs after Eva Von Zeppelin, a relative of the airship designer, threatened to sue if the family name was used in Denmark.2mo ⋅ BirdBurnett ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Every Band I've Seen at Concerts (1978 to 2024) -- 99 Concerts / 107 Bands / 208 Performances1mo ⋅ RickyRacer2020 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Do you still have the ticket stub from your first rock concert? Here's mine.3wk ⋅ OldheadBoomer ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Greetings on your 84th birthday to Grace Slick, the iconic vocalist of Starship and Jefferson Airplane.6mo ⋅ j3434 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
A picture of the guitar god Jimi Hendrix performing live at the legendary Woodstock festival on August 18/1969.1yr ⋅ Apprehensive_Idea758 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Happy belated 70th birthday to Danny Elfman! Elfman was born on May 29, 1953 in Los Angeles. Came to prominence as the singer-songwriter for Oingo Boingo.11mo ⋅ j3434 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
50 Years Ago Today Jim Croce Tragically Died In A Plane Crash In Natchitoches, Louisiana.7mo ⋅ learning_Taco ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Happy Birthday to the legendary Jimmy Page who had his 80th today!3mo ⋅ Sheep_In_Space ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Were any other rock bands wearing matching outfits in 80s? It was popular in 50s and early 60s. Here is Def Leppard, 19831mo ⋅ j3434 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
“I love being alive and I will be the best man I possibly can. I will take love wherever I find it and offer it to everyone who will take it. . . seek knowledge from those wiser and teach those who wish to learn from me.” - Duane “Skydog” Allman11mo ⋅ j3434 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Give me a rock singer’s debut where they knocked it out of the park, whether they still hold up or not. Brian Johnson is a great example of 110% right out of the gate.6mo ⋅ bbatesoffice ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Leslie West and Felix Pappalardi of Mountain performing at the Cincinnati Pop Festival at Crosley Field in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 13, 1970.3wk ⋅ Tony_Tanna78 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
It’s 1979 and you’re on your way to the record store with $8. 00 - which album are you going home with?9mo ⋅ Quick_Presentation11 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Ronnie Van Zant signing his autograph for a fan in Florida on October 17th, 1977. Just 3 days before his death1mo ⋅ Sheep_In_Space ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Willie Nelson, Lionel Richie, Tina Turner, Bob Dylan, Cyndi Lauper, Michael Jackson and Bruce Springsteen during the recording of We Are The World in 1985.1yr ⋅ j3434 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Wow! Rest In Peace Jeff Beck! One of the guitar greats 1944-2023. One of my favorite albums of all time is “Truth”!1yr ⋅ DrHerb98 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Not exactly a rock star - but Herb Alpert is doing a concert tour this year at age 88. Take that, Mick!11mo ⋅ p38-lightning ⋅ r/ClassicRock
They released their first album in January, 1972, 52 years ago. The Atlanta Rhythm Section.3mo ⋅ thafezz ⋅ r/ClassicRock
I'm sure it's been discussed numerous times, but how perfect can a debut album be, and still remain as such 46 years later?1yr ⋅ Lestial1206 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
On April 18th, 1975, ZZ Top released 'Fandango', their 4th album. Side 1 featuring live recordings and side 2 contained studio recordings. Tush was the only single issued from the album but Heard It on the X got heavy radio exposure.6d ⋅ BirdBurnett ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Dickey Betts getting inked by Lyle Tuttle, San Francisco, 1973. Rest in Peace, Ramblin’ Man.5d ⋅ Quick_Presentation11 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
It was confirmed on the ZZ Top official page that bassist Dusty Hill has passed away 💔2yr ⋅ retroanduwu24 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Some folks may not fully appreciate Mr Thorogood but if I could pick anyone I haven’t seen live before it would be this guy in his prime in a large bar type setting. Full bravado RocknRoll.3mo ⋅ Waldo_McFly ⋅ r/ClassicRock
What’s your favorite song from George Harrison’s “All things must pass”?6mo ⋅ Technical_Silver2140 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
The Rolling Stones in drag, 1966. Photo by Jerry Schatzberg.1wk ⋅ Quick_Presentation11 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
On January 21st, 1938, American disc jockey Wolfman Jack was born in Brooklyn NY. With a gravelly voice and big personality, Wolfman transcended the radio. His appearance in 1973's America Graffiti made the Wolfman a larger than life rock n roll icon.3mo ⋅ BirdBurnett ⋅ r/ClassicRock
It doesn’t get the same historical significance as Woodstock, but it was eye opening 3 days for a 15 year old kid..and a pretty good lineup.1mo ⋅ Jd550000 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
The Runways' Cherie Currie guesting with The Tubes during White Punks On Dope at the Whisky a Go Go (1976)3mo ⋅ Tony_Tanna78 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Found a huge five foot poster in a stack of old records. It wasn't attached to a record but can't figure out who these guys are. Can anyone identify these guys?7mo ⋅ Bertrude86 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Some of my oldest ticket stubs, beginning with KISS on Valentines day, 1976.10mo ⋅ justahdewd ⋅ r/ClassicRock
I seen a comment on another post and I wholeheartedly agree. Dickey Betts is a criminally underrated guitarist.9mo ⋅ Relayer500 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Rick Derringer onstage at Miami Baseball Stadium. September 3, 1977. He was the opening act for J. Geils Band and Peter Frampton.2wk ⋅ DrHerb98 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
On February 9th, 1970, The Doors released 'Morrison Hotel', their 5th studio album. The album represents a step back to a blues-rock sound the band was originally know for.2mo ⋅ BirdBurnett ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Name a rock band that is still going despite all the original members being dead4mo ⋅ LeonardMoney2020 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Pink Floyd playing Cleveland Municipal Stadium, OH. June 25, 1977. Over 80,000 attended the show. 1mo ⋅ DrHerb98 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
Wether you like Hotel California or not, the album cover is incredible3mo ⋅ qwertyuijhbvgfrde45 ⋅ r/ClassicRock
When all else fails, this is the album to play so loud the neighbors hear3mo ⋅ EdwardBliss ⋅ r/ClassicRock
