Ultimate Classic Rock

A songwriter's songwriter covered by everyone from Linda Ronstadt to Bob Dylan, he never lost his caustic wit, even when knocking on heaven's door.

The year's highlights included one of classic rock's most important debuts.

The year brought a mix of debut efforts, career highlights and fantastic musical journeys.

Spread some holiday cheer the heavy way.

They knew almost nothing about the movie when work began.

A religious upbringing, alienated school life and the loss of his mother all played a role in the future frontman's formative years.

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