🎸CLASSIC ROCK🎸 Beatles New Hit | Led Zeppelin Doc | Hidden Van Halen Gems

Get ready to dive into a day packed with rock ‘n’ roll vibes! The Beatles are back on the charts with a surprise hit (yes, you read that right), and we’re gearing up for Led Zeppelin on IMAX. Meanwhile, Bob Dylan just wrapped his epic tour, and Alex Van Halen hints at unreleased gems. Let’s hit play on the good times!

🤔 Rock Trivia Question

Which classic rock band was originally called "The New Yardbirds"?

📰 Classic Rock News

• 🎶 The Beatles Chart Again! The Fab Four have done it again with a new Top 10 hit! From Us to You proves their timeless charm. Click here to hear what’s making waves.

• 🎥 Led Zeppelin on IMAX! Becoming Led Zeppelin lands on the big screen February 7. Don’t miss this immersive look at their legendary rise. Read All About It Here.

• 🎸 Unreleased Eddie Van Halen Music? Alex Van Halen reveals there may be “three or four records’ worth” of unheard Eddie magic. Discover more about these potential treasures.

• 🎤 Bob Dylan’s Tour Finale Rough and Rowdy Ways wraps in London with a spellbinding performance. Hear the Full Bootleg Here.

📅 On This Day in Rock History

• 1956: Fats Domino debuts on the Ed Sullivan Show with “Blueberry Hill.” Relive the magic here.

• 1967: Elvis’s Clambake opens to harsh reviews but still finds box office success. Watch a fun 60s Elvis Performance of Clam Bake here.

• 1968: Jimi Hendrix’s Electric Ladyland tops the charts. Listen to the full album here.

• 1972: Danny Whitten’s tragic passing inspires Neil Young’s “The Needle and the Damage Done.” Watch the heartfelt Unplugged performance here.

• 1975: Bruce Springsteen makes his UK debut at Hammersmith Odeon. Catch “Thunder Road” live from the show here.

• 1993: Eddie Vedder is arrested for public drunkenness. Watch the dramatic story unfold.

🎂 Rock Star Birthdays

• 1927: Hank Ballard (d. 2003) – Released the original “The Twist” before Chubby Checker. Twist along to the original Twist.

• 1960: Kim Wilde – Singer of the MTV classic “Kids in America.” Learn the story behind her hit here.

• 1962: Kirk Hammett – Metallica’s lead guitarist turns 62. Hear Kirk reflect on his Metallica journey.

🕊️ Remembering a Legend

• 2017: Malcolm Young of AC/DC passed away at 64. His riffs powered generations of rockers. Hear his soulful solo from before AC/DC in 1973.

🎧 Essential Track for Today

Jimi Hendrix – “Voodoo Child (Slight Return)” (1968). The closing track of Electric Ladyland is a six-minute powerhouse showcasing Hendrix’s legendary guitar skills. With its raw energy, bold riffs, and blues-infused vibe, this song became an anthem of rock rebellion and artistry. Experience the electrifying genius here.

🔦 Deep Track Spotlight

Neil Young – “Cripple Creek Ferry.” A short gem from After the Gold Rush with vivid imagery. Experience it here.

🌈 Rock & Roll Inspiration

🤔 Trivia Answer:
Led Zeppelin was originally called "The New Yardbirds."

Have a Rockin’ Day!
Hippy Pete