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Plus Rolling Stones, Doors, Priscilla Presley, Ray Charles, Bruce Springsteen, David Bowie, Grateful Dead, Paul McCartney, and more...
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Hello Classic Rock Fans!,
In today's Classic Rock Newsletter, we've got a mind-blowing near-miss Beatles Reunion that could've changed history forever! Plus, Led Zeppelin causes chaos by announcing then deleting a Record Store Day release, Rick Wakeman gets the royal stamp treatment with Roger Dean artwork, and Priscilla Presley opens up about leaving Elvis. It's September 23rd, and the rock gods are smiling down on us with birthdays, history, and drama that'll make your head spin!
🤔 Trivia Question:
Which Beatles song was specifically written by John Lennon with deliberately obscure lyrics to confuse his old teacher who had written him off as a bad student?
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📰 Classic Rock News:
💿 The Beatles almost made rock history when John Lennon and Paul McCartney nearly answered Lorne Michaels' tongue-in-cheek $3,000 offer to reunite on the first season of Saturday Night Live. The two were watching together at Lennon's Dakota apartment, just blocks from the studio, and seriously considered taking a cab down for the gag. This would've been their final performance together, making it one of the greatest "what if" moments in rock history.
Discover the full story of this legendary near-miss!
💿 Led Zeppelin created major Record Store Day chaos by announcing a replica of their rare 1975 "Trampled Underfoot" promotional single, only to mysteriously delete all evidence hours later! The original promo was given to UK retailers who ordered ten copies of Physical Graffiti, and has become a coveted collector's item. This isn't the first time Zeppelin has pulled a vanishing act with vinyl releases.
Get the inside scoop on this promotional pandemonium!
💿 Rick Wakeman receives the ultimate honor with a stunning six-stamp collection from Isle of Man Stamps & Coins, featuring the visionary artwork of Roger Dean! The Yes keyboardist, who lived on the Isle of Man for over a decade, gets his incredible career celebrated through Dean's iconic fantasy landscapes that have defined progressive rock imagery for generations.
See how art and music collide in this collector's dream!
💿 Priscilla Presley reveals the heartbreaking truth about leaving Elvis in her new memoir "Softly As I Leave You." She opens up about the loneliness of living in an all-male world, Elvis's loss of romantic interest after Lisa Marie's birth, and the impossible choice between being a good mother and keeping her husband happy. Her raw honesty shows a side of Graceland that fans never saw.
Read the emotional excerpt that will change how you see the King!
💿 Classic rock's genre-bending legacy gets explored in a fascinating deep dive into 11 songs that secretly birthed entire musical movements. From Pink Floyd's "On The Run" creating ambient electronic to The Ramones' "Blitzkrieg Bop" spawning pop-punk, these tracks didn't just influence artists – they created whole new sounds that still dominate today's music landscape.
Discover which classic rock songs changed everything!
📺 Today’s Classic Rock TV
Paul McCartney - GOT BACK Tour - Paul McCartney's global touring sensation chronicles his legendary performances from the US to Glastonbury.
Bob Dylan - Farm Aid 2025 - Bob Dylan delivers "All Along the Watchtower" at Farm Aid 40 in Minneapolis.
Stadium Show Sanctuaries - Seven landmark performances featuring Pink Floyd reunions, Ozzy's throne, and Prince's legendary halftime show.
Top of Pops Disasters - The most cringe-worthy moments from the BBC show featuring New Order, The Clash, and Iron Maiden.
1974 Rock Hits - Ten unforgettable rock songs from 1974 that still rock today.
Bob Dylan's $86.25 - Will Hoge shares his story about meeting Bob Dylan.
Vintage Mastertape Collection - Unboxing rare 1960s and 1970s master tapes from a legendary UK studio.
Must See Bands - Ten bands this fan must see live before it's too late.
FBI's Most Targeted - Insane Clown Posse's battle with the FBI in this music documentary.
Hüsker Dü Legacy - The Minneapolis band who inspired Pixies and Nirvana.
📅 On This Day in Rock History
1966: The Rolling Stones kicked off their UK tour at London's Royal Albert Hall, where chaos erupted as screaming fans rushed the stage during their performance. Peter Whitehead captured the mayhem on film, including footage that would later become the promotional video for "Have You Seen Your Mother, Baby, Standing in the Shadow?" The concert was supposed to be recorded for a live album, but the fan pandemonium cut the show short.
Watch the incredible footage of Stones madness at the Royal Albert Hall!
1967: The Doors released "People Are Strange" as the lead single from their second album Strange Days. Jim Morrison wrote the haunting lyrics after a walk through Laurel Canyon, emerging from depression with one of the band's most enduring songs about alienation and being an outsider. The track perfectly captured the psychedelic zeitgeist and became a top 20 hit.
Experience the strange beauty of this Doors classic!
1969: The infamous "Paul is Dead" conspiracy theory gained momentum when Northern Illinois University's student newspaper published an article claiming Paul McCartney had died in a 1966 car accident and been replaced by a look-alike. Though later revealed to be plagiarized from Drake University, this story sparked an international phenomenon that had fans searching for "clues" in Beatles albums for months.
Learn the truth behind this wild Beatles conspiracy!
1970: The Allman Brothers Band delivered a scorching performance at Fillmore East for a PBS television special. This rare footage captures the original lineup with Duane Allman and Berry Oakley in peak form, playing "Don't Keep Me Wonderin'," "Dreams," and "Whipping Post." The performance showcased the telepathic dual guitar interplay that would make them Southern rock legends.
Witness the Allman Brothers in their prime!
1974: John Lennon released "Whatever Gets You Through The Night" as a single, featuring Elton John on piano and backing vocals. This became Lennon's only solo number one hit in America during his lifetime. Elton bet John that if the song hit number one, he'd have to perform at Madison Square Garden – a promise that led to Lennon's final major concert appearance.
Hear the collaboration that made rock history!
1980: Bob Marley gave his final concert performance at the Stanley Theater in Pittsburgh, collapsing on stage during what would be his last show. Despite being told he had only weeks to live due to brain cancer, Marley flew to Pittsburgh to perform one final time for his fans. His last song was "Work," ending an incredible career that brought reggae to the world.
Pay tribute to Bob Marley's final performance!
1997: The Rolling Stones launched their massive Bridges to Babylon Tour at Chicago's Soldier Field, introducing innovative stage design including a 150-foot telescoping bridge to a center B-stage. The tour became the second-highest grossing tour at that time, featuring the first-ever "web vote" where fans could choose songs online. This opening night marked the return of rarely-played gems like "Bitch" and "Let's Spend the Night Together."
Relive the Stones' spectacular tour launch!
🎂 Rock Star Birthdays
Bruce Springsteen (born September 23, 1949) celebrates his 76th birthday today. "The Boss" was born in Long Branch, New Jersey, and has spent five decades chronicling the American experience through his heartland rock anthems. From his breakthrough album Born to Run to classics like Born in the U.S.A. and The River, Springsteen has sold over 150 million records worldwide and earned 20 Grammy Awards. His legendary marathon concerts with the E Street Band have made him one of the greatest live performers in rock history.
Celebrate the Boss with his greatest hits!
Ray Charles (September 23, 1930 - June 10, 2004) would have turned 95 today. Known as "The Genius" and "The Father of Soul," Ray revolutionized American music by blending gospel, blues, R&B, and country into an entirely new sound. Born in Albany, Georgia, he lost his sight by age seven but learned to read and write music in Braille at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind. His groundbreaking hits like "I Got a Woman," "Hit the Road Jack," and "Georgia on My Mind" influenced every genre of popular music and earned him 17 Grammy Awards.
Discover the incredible journey of the Father of Soul!
🕊️ Rock Deaths:
Robert Hunter (June 23, 1941 - September 23, 2019) died at age 78 at his home in San Rafael, California. As the primary lyricist for the Grateful Dead, Hunter wrote the words to virtually every Jerry Garcia song, creating a body of work that included "Ripple," "Uncle John's Band," "China Cat Sunflower," "Friend of the Devil," "Casey Jones," "Truckin'," and "Touch of Grey." His poetic, often mystical lyrics were as essential to the Dead's identity as Garcia's guitar work. Hunter was the only non-performer inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a band member, and his collaborations extended to Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello, and Bruce Hornsby.
Honor the wordsmith who defined the Grateful Dead!
🤔 Trivia Answer:
John Lennon wrote "I Am The Walrus" with deliberately obscure lyrics to confuse fans and teachers at his old school Quarry Bank who had been analyzing Beatles songs in class. When Lennon learned that his former teacher (who had written him off as a poor student) was having students dissect Beatles lyrics, he said, "OK let the f****rs work that one out!"
Have a Rockin' Day!
Hippy Pete