🎸CLASSIC ROCK: Elton & Dua | McCartney’s Aliens | Hagar’s VH Last Straw

We’ve got a jam-packed lineup today! From Elton John’s tear-jerking duet with Dua Lipa to a never-before-seen glimpse of Paul McCartney’s abandoned sci-fi musical project, there’s plenty to dive into. Plus, Billy Joel’s rapid-fire anthem makes history, and Jim Morrison causes chaos onstage. Let’s rock!

🤔 Rock Trivia Question: 

Which classic rock artist once considered starring in a sci-fi musical written by none other than Isaac Asimov? (Answer below!)

📰 Classic Rock News

💿 Elton John moved fans to tears during a recent duet with Dua Lipa. Despite battling health struggles, including severe vision loss and a knee replacement, Sir Elton gave an emotional performance that left the audience spellbound. Catch the unforgettable moment:
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💿 A never-produced Paul McCartney sci-fi musical, co-written with Isaac Asimov, has resurfaced in archives. The ambitious project featured aliens and flying saucers, but McCartney ultimately shelved it. Curious about this untold story?
Read the fascinating details here

💿 Matthew Sweet, known for his ‘90s hit "Girlfriend," is on a challenging recovery journey after suffering a debilitating stroke while on tour. Fans are rallying to support him.
Get the Latest Update

💿 Sammy Hagar called one Van Halen track “the end of the band.” Curious which song he’s talking about and why he felt that way?
Discover the song here

📅 On This Day in Rock History

1966: Cream released their debut album Fresh Cream and the single “I Feel Free,” blending blues and psychedelia in groundbreaking ways.
Watch an electrifying performance of "I Feel Free"

1967: At a Connecticut show, Jim Morrison of The Doors was arrested mid-performance after clashing with police. The incident sparked a riot among fans.
See rare footage of The Doors' New Haven concert

1972: Helen Reddy topped the US charts with "I Am Woman," becoming a feminist anthem.
Experience "I Am Woman"

1972: The Moody Blues reached US #1 with Seventh Sojourn.
Dive into their mesmerizing hit "I'm Just a Singer"

1984: Michael Jackson announced the end of The Jacksons’ tour, cementing his path as a solo icon.
Relive Michael Jackson's iconic performance

1989: Billy Joel started a two-week run at #1 with “We Didn’t Start the Fire.”
Watch Billy Joel's fiery performance

1992: George Harrison received Billboard’s first-ever Century Award.
See Harrison’s touching speech

1992: Bill Wyman officially left The Rolling Stones, ending over 30 years with the band.
Learn about Wyman's legacy

2000: U2 debuted on SNL, performing “Beautiful Day.”
Watch their electrifying SNL performance

🎂 Rock Star Birthdays

Jakob Dylan turns 54 today! Frontman of The Wallflowers, Dylan won two Grammy Awards in 1998.
Watch Jakob Dylan perform "One Headlight"

Tré Cool of Green Day celebrates 51 years of punk rock drumming excellence. Did you know he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2015?
See Tré Cool in action

Joan Armatrading turns 73. This trailblazing British singer-songwriter remains a global icon.
Experience Joan’s soulful performance

🕊️ Remembering a Legend

Greg Lake passed away in 2016 at 69. Known for his work with King Crimson and Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Lake’s song “I Believe in Father Christmas” remains timeless.
Listen to "Lucky Man"

Dennis Yost of The Classics IV passed in 2008 at 65. His hits, including “Spooky,” remain classics.
Relive the magic with "Spooky"

Dee Clark died in 1990 at 52. His falsetto in “Raindrops” was groundbreaking.
Listen to Dee Clark's soulful "Raindrops"

🎧 Essential Track for Today

Billy Joel’s “We Didn’t Start the Fire” remains a cultural touchstone, with rapid-fire lyrics that encapsulate decades of history.
Hear the iconic track here

🔦 Deep Track Spotlight

The Moody Blues’ “For My Lady” off Seventh Sojourn is a hidden gem that showcases their softer, romantic side.
Discover this deep track

🤔 Trivia Answer: 

Paul McCartney considered a sci-fi musical co-written with Isaac Asimov. Imagine that Beatlemania in space!

Have a Rockin' Day!
Hippy Pete