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Chris Stamp, who co-managed the Who during their rise to rock stardom and released the Jimi Hendrix Experience's first single and album via his Track Records label, has died of cancer at age 70.

Many of the same artists who participated in the star-studded Hurricane Sandy relief telethon that aired on NBC a few weeks ago, plus more, are coming together in New York City on Wednesday, December 12, for a huge benefit concert.

The Who made their way into New York's famed borough of Brooklyn last night (Nov. 14) to perform their classic album 'Quadrophenia' at the brand-new Barclays Center arena.

Classic rock lovers tuning into Game 1 of the World Series last night (Oct. 24) were greeted with a surprise. The legendary music of the Who was used throughout the telecast, which will continue throughout the tournament, contested this year between the San Francisco Giants and the Detroit Tigers.

The catalog of The Who is extensive, and fans that see shows  on the recently announced North American tour will get a music lovers dream come true as the band performs the 1973 concept album Quadrophenia in it's entirety.

The Who guitarist Pete Townshend would like to see digital retailer iTunes do more to help artists, especially new artists. During the inaugural John Peel Lecture on Monday night Townshend, as promised, questioned if music could survive the cyber world.

November 25, will see a number of artist taking part in Record Store Day with many special releases.  Expect album reissues, new singles and some rare never before released material all on vinyl!   Included in the list of releases are box sets from The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin and, as previously  reported, The Doors,  each offering four seven-inch vinyl  singles.  A...