the seminal forces behind
the rise of rock music."
In 1972, ABC Television hired song publisher Don Kirshner as an executive producer and consultant for their new “In Concert” music series which ran every other week in The Dick Cavett Show slot. The show, featuring acts like Alice Cooper, Bo Diddley, Chuck Berry and The Steve Miller Band, was highly successful, even occasionally topping NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. The following year, Kirshner left “In Concert” to launch his own syndicated weekly rock program, “Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert.” On September 27, 1973, “Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert” premiered featuring The Rolling Stones first American television performance in over four years. Read more…
9
seasons of unforgettable on television
210
episodes
1,407
performances
When Uriah Heep performed on Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert, they showcased their blend of heavy rock and progressive elements, highlighting hits like "Easy Livin’" and giving fans a taste of their signature theatrical style! 🎸 … See MoreSee Less
Channeling glam rock magic, T.Rex lit up the 70s with their glittering sound and style! ✨🎸
Led by Marc Bolan, T. Rex brought us hits like ‘Get It On’ and ’20th Century Boy,’ blending rock, glam, and boogie into an irresistible groove! … See MoreSee Less
Ready to take off with some epic classic rock? 🚀🤘 Meet UFO the legendary British band that brought a powerful mix of hard rock and early heavy metal to the scene. Known for iconic tracks like ‘Doctor Doctor’ and ‘Rock Bottom,’ UFO influenced generations of rockers with their electrifying guitar riffs and soaring vocals.
If you’re a fan of raw, high-energy rock with a touch of spacey vibes, UFO is the band to crank up! … See MoreSee Less
Ever heard of cult favorite band The Raspberries? Let us introduce or re-introduce you to The Raspberries, the unsung heroes of power pop rock! 🎸🎤 … See MoreSee Less
Did you know David Bowie saved Mott The Hoople from breaking up???
On the brink of calling it quits Bowie stepped in, wrote their 1972 hit ‘All the Young Dudes,’🎤 and even produced their album—turning them into rock legends overnight! … See MoreSee Less
Shoutout to the amazing band and Don Kirshner’s special guest, Golden Earring! 🇳🇱 Did you know they’re a legendary Dutch band? We’re jamming to their iconic hit, ‘Radar Love.’ 🎸 Show them some love! … See MoreSee Less
Do we have any fans of The Doobie Brothers? Lets shine some light on this multi-faced band who are still tour to this day!! … See MoreSee Less
On this day in 1978, Alice Cooper made his first appearance on Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert! … See MoreSee Less
Brazilian music legend Sergio Mendes has passed away at 83. His vibrant music brought bossa nova to the world, leaving an inspiring legacy. 🎶✨ #sergiomendes #bossanova #legend … See MoreSee Less