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What do our favorite artists leave behind when the final note fades?

Today, CLASSICKONG explores that question as we celebrate Jimi Hendrix and the dream of Electric Lady Studios, discover how Paul McCartney’s “Hey Jules” became the Beatles’ timeless “Hey Jude,” and look back at Cheap Trick—a band that, more than five decades later, is still adding new chapters to its story.

We’ll turn up one of CLASSICKONG’s favorite summer-radio jams as Frankie Valli’s “Grease” hits No. 1, with some well-deserved love for those horns, songwriter Barry Gibb, and the beautiful voice of Olivia Newton-John.

Then it’s back across the Tallahatchie Bridge with Bobbie Gentry, a salute to the unmistakable voice of Roy Orbison and his years with the Traveling Wilburys, and a heartfelt remembrance of Warren Zevon and his final album, The Wind.

We also wish Valerie Simpson a happy birthday while celebrating the extraordinary music and songwriting legacy of Ashford & Simpson, before honoring Women’s Equality Day with some of the remarkable women whose voices, musicianship and creativity helped build the soundtrack of our lives.

From dreams and mysteries to unforgettable voices and songs that refuse to fade, today’s journey reminds us that something created with heart can keep traveling long after the final note.

What we leave behind becomes part of the music history we share.

Join CLASSICKONG for another trip through the records, stories and memories that keep the music alive—right here on WTSG-DB. ❤️🤘🦍🎙️🇺🇸