50 Years Ago: Simon and Garfunkel Reunite on ‘Saturday Night Live’50 Years Ago: Simon and Garfunkel Reunite on ‘Saturday Night Live’This nationally broadcast reunion was as emotionally resonant for fans as it was brief for the participants.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
55 Years Ago: Dickey Betts Steps to Fore in Allman Brothers Band55 Years Ago: Dickey Betts Steps to Fore in Allman Brothers BandHe'd ultimately save the group.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
20 Years Ago: Paul McCartney Reinvents on ‘Chaos and Creation’20 Years Ago: Paul McCartney Reinvents on ‘Chaos and Creation’With new producer Nigel Godrich, he avoided the missteps of two earlier self-titled solo projects.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
20 Years Ago: Rolling Stones Rekindle the Past on ‘A Bigger Bang’20 Years Ago: Rolling Stones Rekindle the Past on ‘A Bigger Bang’Mick Jagger and Keith Richards found their musical partnership again on this platinum-selling international Top 5 hit.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
60 Years Ago: Bob Dylan Continues to Divide Fans After Newport60 Years Ago: Bob Dylan Continues to Divide Fans After NewportInitial shows with the Band produced more ferocious reactions to his new electric sound.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
55 Years Ago: Elton John Plays His First U.S. Concert55 Years Ago: Elton John Plays His First U.S. ConcertThis Troubadour appearance couldn't be confused with a low-key affair.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
Mama Mia! The Continuing History of 'Bohemian Rhapsody'Mama Mia! The Continuing History of 'Bohemian Rhapsody'Their masterpiece continues to grow in stature and cultural impact. Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
35 Years Ago: Judas Priest’s Subliminal Lyrics Trial Is Dismissed35 Years Ago: Judas Priest’s Subliminal Lyrics Trial Is DismissedThey were forced into day-job business suits instead of traditional leather and spikes.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
60 Years Ago: How the Beatles Move Into the Next Phase With ‘Help!’60 Years Ago: How the Beatles Move Into the Next Phase With ‘Help!’'Rubber Soul' was a giant leap; they got their footing for it here.Michael GallucciMichael Gallucci
Foghat’s New Single Pays Tribute to Original Singer Dave PeverettFoghat’s New Single Pays Tribute to Original Singer Dave PeverettIt's humorously titled after his familiar stage introduction, "… on tonsils and sneakers, I'm 'Lonesome' Dave." Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
Sammy Hagar's Last Van Halen ShowSammy Hagar's Last Van Halen ShowHopes for a global resurgence ended in Arizona after 80 tense concerts.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty