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Hello Classic Rock Fans!,

Sorry, I usually send this out early in the morning. But, I had technical difficulties today.

In today's Classic Rock Newsletter, we've got some heavy news with John Lennon's killer facing his 14th parole denial, plus David Bowie's secret favorite songs finally revealed! We're also diving into why The Police will never reunite and Twisted Sister's big 50th anniversary comeback plans. Don't miss Elvis's incredible new LA sessions box set!

🤔 Trivia Question:

Which member of The Police has won Grammys, been inducted into the Rock Hall of Fame, AND composed music for ballet, opera, and classical concerts, proving there's life beyond the three-piece that made him famous?

📰 Classic Rock News:

💿 John Lennon's killer, has been denied parole for the 14th time after appearing before a board in August. The 70-year-old has been locked up for nearly 45 years since murdering the Beatles legend outside his Dakota apartment in 1980. Chapman won't get another shot at freedom until February 2027.
Get the full story

💿 David Bowie's personal list of 15 favorite songs has been revealed as the David Bowie Center opens at London's V&A East Storehouse! From classical jazz to Sonic Youth, the Thin White Duke's eclectic taste spans everything except country music. The archive includes handwritten notes showing his wide-ranging influences that shaped his legendary career.
Discover Bowie's surprising musical influences and favorites

💿 Elvis Presley's brand new "Sunset Boulevard" box set spotlights The King's 1970s LA studio sessions with 89 rarities and fresh mixes! This 5-CD collection captures Elvis working with his legendary touring band, spawning classics like "Burning Love" and "Always On My Mind" during his most creative West Coast period.
Dive into Elvis's incredible LA recording sessions

💿 Stewart Copeland reveals why The Police will NEVER reunite again! The legendary drummer says the three bandmates enjoy life - and each other - too much away from being in a band together. "Why jeopardize it by going back into that place where we shout and scream at each other all the time?"
Find out why The Police are done for good

💿 Twisted Sister announces their 50th anniversary reunion shows for 2026! Dee Snider, Jay Jay French, and Eddie Ojeda are hitting stages worldwide with two new band members. The glam metal legends are celebrating five decades since their first gig at The Turtleneck Inn in 1976.
See why Twisted Sister still wants to rock after 50 years

📺 Today’s Classic Rock TV

Wings - The Definitive Collection Trailer - Paul McCartney personally oversaw this comprehensive collection featuring timeless hits like "Band on the Run" and "Live and Let Die."

Ranking Every Black Sabbath Album - A complete countdown of Black Sabbath's legendary catalog from their raw early classics to later albums with Ronnie James Dio.

David Bowie - Ziggy Stardust Live - David Bowie performing his classic 1972 track live on the Michael Parkinson BBC chat show in 2003.

Billy Joel - Ballad of Billy Kid - Billy Joel performing live on WSIU "The Session" from February 1972.

Olivia Rodrigo, Robert Smith - Friday Love - Olivia Rodrigo teams up with The Cure's Robert Smith for a live performance at Glastonbury.

Why Wild Honey Pie Exists - An exploration of why Paul McCartney's most controversial Beatles track made it onto the White Album.

John Lennon 9/11 Message - John Lennon's "Imagine" message about living life in peace.

Marty Wilson-Piper's 65,000 LPs - Former The Church guitarist discusses his massive record collection called the In Deep Music Archive.

Top 7 Mistakes That Became Gold - Professor of Rock explores famous musical mistakes that became iconic moments in rock history.

UK Punk & New Wave 1977 - A look at essential punk and new wave albums from the pivotal year of 1977.

Michael Bruce on Alice Cooper - Alice Cooper band member discusses firing Bob Ezrin and stealing from Pink Floyd.

The Breeders' Title TK Story - The catastrophic story behind The Breeders' album "Title TK."

📅 On This Day in Rock History

1966: Hey, hey, we're The Monkees! The world met the "Pre-Fab Four" as their self-titled television show premiered on NBC. The series, a zany, Beatles-inspired sitcom about a struggling rock band, was an instant hit, launching the careers of Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork, and Michael Nesmith and turning them into bona fide pop stars. Watch the 4 Monkees Auditions

1975: Pink Floyd released their masterpiece, Wish You Were Here. A poignant and sprawling tribute to their fallen founder, Syd Barrett, the album's themes of absence and disillusionment with the music industry resonated deeply. It soared to number one on both sides of the Atlantic and remains a cornerstone of classic rock.
Watch the Making of Wish You Were Here Album

1989: Proving their late-80s comeback was no fluke, Aerosmith unleashed their tenth album, Pump. Jam-packed with monster hits like "Love in an Elevator," "Janie's Got a Gun," and "The Other Side," the album was a commercial juggernaut that cemented the band's triumphant return to the top of the rock world.
See the powerful video for "Janie's Got a Gun."

1990: The classic Rumours-era lineup of Fleetwood Mac fractured as both Stevie Nicks and Christine McVie announced they would be leaving the band following the "Behind the Mask" tour. While both would eventually return to the fold, it marked the end of a truly magical chapter for the legendary group. Revisit the magic with a live performance of "Go Your Own Way."

2000: A treasure trove for fans was unearthed with the release of The Jimi Hendrix Experience box set. This four-disc collection was filled with previously unreleased studio outtakes, alternate versions, and blistering live performances, offering an incredible, intimate look at the genius of the world's greatest guitarist.
Hear an alternate take of "Purple Haze" from the box set.

2007: The rock world stopped in its tracks when Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, and John Paul Jones announced they would reunite as Led Zeppelin for a one-off show. The concert, a tribute to Atlantic Records founder Ahmet Ertegun, featured Jason Bonham on drums, filling his late father's impossible shoes for a truly legendary night.
Experience the power of their reunion with "Kashmir."

Have a Rockin' Day!
Hippy Pete