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Good Morning Classic Rock Fans!,

In today’s Classic Rock Newsletter, we've got “strange goings-on” with The Beatles, Pete Townshend swindles the public, and Paul McCartney saluting Buddy Holly. Throw in Oasis setlist drama, some Osbourne family fire, and a wild Rolling Stones guitar reunion—keep scrolling for all the legendary action!

📰 Classic Rock News:

💿 The Beatles: Recording new tracks for the Anthology project wasn’t just emotional—it was straight-up eerie for Paul, George, and Ringo. Facing "strange goings-on" in the studio without Lennon, they still brought his spirit (and Yoko’s tapes) to life, unveiling hits fans thought were impossible.
Ready to get goosebumps? Click here to discover what really happened in the studio that night.

💿 Pete Townshend and The Who: Farewell tours? Pete’s calling it out: “We’ve swindled the public our whole lives. Why quit now?” The jokey jabs underline the non-stop energy as The Who keep their goodbye gigs rolling, proving rock legends have serious stamina—and an even sharper sense of humor.
Get the real scoop and join the debate: Laugh along with Pete’s latest quotes on the tour game.

💿 Paul McCartney salutes Buddy Holly: Turns out three things about Holly ignited the spark for The Beatles: his band leadership, songwriting style, and standout performance. McCartney credits Holly’s unique vibe as the driving force that made the Fab Four possible!
Find out what inspired Paul—and hear the Holly tracks that shaped music history: Unlock the story behind Buddy Holly’s influence.

💿 Kelly Osbourne vs. WWE’s Becky Lynch: In a wild wrestling twist, Kelly Osbourne slammed Becky Lynch over jabs at her late father, Ozzy Osbourne, calling her a “disrespectful dirtbag” for the Birmingham banter. The legend left us this July, but his legacy—and family—aren’t backing down!
See how rock royalty takes on the WWE: Read Kelly’s full retort here.

💿 Oasis: Noel Gallagher admits—they’re sticking to the “Live ’25 Tour” setlist, giving fans a straight-up greatest hits show, no big surprises. Some wanted shake-ups, but the classics deliver all the fire anyone could crave at the comeback gigs.
Will the setlist ever change? See Noel’s answer and relive their Toronto return!

💿 Lost and found: After 54 years, a Rolling Stones guitar (1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard, used by Mick Taylor) has finally turned up! The Met Museum now owns it—and it rocked the Ed Sullivan debut. Sometimes fate brings vintage gear home!
See the legendary guitar’s return: Watch the Rolling Stones history come alive.

📅 On This Day in Rock History

1964: The Beatles meet Bob Dylan at the Delmonico Hotel, NYC—sparking a cultural shift when Dylan introduces them to marijuana. The moment fueled their creative transformation and forever fused folk with rock’s rebellious spirit.
Hear Ringo Tell the Whole Story on Conan

1965: Bob Dylan debuts his electric sound with Robbie Robertson and Levon Helm at an intense live show right after Newport Folk Fest backlash—audiences react even more violently, but rock history is made!
Experience Dylan’s electric beat in action

1975: Aerosmith releases “Walk This Way” as a single, unleashing a riff-driven classic that shot them to arena stardom; the track later bridges generations via Run-DMC’s legendary cover.
Crank up “Walk This Way” for that unstoppable groove

1993: Bruce Dickinson plays his “final” gig with Iron Maiden (before his six-year solo detour), ending with a staged beheading—metal theater at its wildest!
Watch Bruce’s dramatic exit at “Raising Hell”

Sterling Morrison (b. 1942)
Best known for his guitar work in Velvet Underground, Morrison laid down some of rock’s most innovative riffs. Fun fact: After leaving the music industry, he became a New York tugboat captain!
Hear the Velvet Underground in their prime

Danny Seraphine (b. 1948)
Original drummer for Chicago, Seraphine powered hits like “25 or 6 to 4.” He later founded California Transit Authority (CTA), keeping that jazz-rock groove alive.
Watch Chicago tear it up live with Seraphine on drums

Hugh Cornwell (b. 1949)
Frontman and lead guitarist for The Stranglers, known for “Golden Brown.” After leaving the band, he recorded ten solo albums and remains a cult punk icon—with a secret love for cricket!
Relive The Stranglers’ magic with Cornwell’s “Golden Brown”

Have a Rockin' Day!
Hippy Pete