Cream – Rock’s First Supergroup

Cream – Rock’s First Supergroup

Cream consisted of established British musicians: Guitarist Eric Clapton (Yardbirds, John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers), bassist Jack Bruce (Graham Bond Organization, John Mayall) and drummer Ginger Baker (Graham Bond Organization). There was the debut album “Fresh Cream” followed by “Disraeli Gears” with the psychedelic cover (pictured), The double set “Wheels On Fire” with half recorded in the…

The Pretenders – The Best

The Pretenders – The Best

Having released their self-titled debut (with “Stop Your Sobbing,” “Brass In Pocket” and the jangling “Mystery Achievement) and “Pretenders II” (containing “Message Of Love,” “I Go To Sleep” and “Talk Of The Town”) The Pretenders’ story took a tragic turn. Bassist Peter Farndon was rolling out of control due to drugs and alcohol. The decision…

The Eagles Take Flight – The 10 Best Rock Songs

The Eagles Take Flight – The 10 Best Rock Songs

After paying dues in several unsuccessful bands, Don Henley and Glenn Frey were asked to be part of Linda Ronstadt’s backing band for an up-coming tour. Also on board were the Flying Burrito Brothers’ guitarist Bernie Leadon and bassist Randy Meisner, who had been a member of Rick Nelson’s Stone Canyon Band. Along the way…

Jimi Hendrix Live – From The Beat Club To The Isle Of Wright
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Jimi Hendrix Live – From The Beat Club To The Isle Of Wright

Jimi Hendrix, in his brief but legendary career, was a trailblazing guitarist and showman. The clips below chart his career from an early Beat Club TV appearance in London to his last major festival gig on the Isle of Wright… with the Monterey Pop Festival and Woodstock in-between. The Animals bassist Chas Chandler saw Jimi…