July 29, 1966, in Rock HistoryJuly 29, 1966, in Rock HistoryDylan's motorcycle accident, Lennon’s "Bigger than Jesus" comment and Cream’s debut show all took place on the same date.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Songs Almost Ruined Classic LPsSongs Almost Ruined Classic LPsAdmit it: You skip these tracks, too.Michael GallucciMichael Gallucci
Cream Lyricist Pete Brown Dead at 82Cream Lyricist Pete Brown Dead at 82Beat poet was frequently regarded as the pioneering band’s fourth member.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Ginger Baker’s Son Forced His Dad to Give Him Drum LessonsGinger Baker’s Son Forced His Dad to Give Him Drum LessonsKofi Baker discussed his strained relationship with his dad ahead of the Music of Cream tribute tour.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
‘The High School That Rocked!’ Trailer Teases Story of School That Hosted Rock Legends Like Cream, the Doors and the Yardbirds‘The High School That Rocked!’ Trailer Teases Story of School That Hosted Rock Legends Like Cream, the Doors and the YardbirdsBefore touring became big business for promoters who elevated rock shows to an art, even name-brand bands played pretty much anywhere.Jeff GilesJeff Giles
How Cream Merged Superstar Talent for the Bold ‘Fresh Cream’How Cream Merged Superstar Talent for the Bold ‘Fresh Cream’Tension subtly fueled the band's four albums, starting with this one. Michael GallucciMichael Gallucci
Cream’s Debut Album to Be Reissued in Four-Disc Deluxe EditionCream’s Debut Album to Be Reissued in Four-Disc Deluxe EditionCream's 1966 debut album will celebrate its 50th anniversary a month late with a four-disc deluxe edition set for release in 2017.Michael GallucciMichael Gallucci
When Cream Played Live for the First TimeWhen Cream Played Live for the First TimeDespite a hyperbolic advance news release, their debut performance was decidedly low key.Frank MastropoloFrank Mastropolo
Top 10 Ginger Baker SongsTop 10 Ginger Baker SongsThis list highlights a career that was about much more than lengthy excursions behind the drum kit. Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
How Cream Finally Said ‘Goodbye’How Cream Finally Said ‘Goodbye’This album closed the book on the brief but consistently headline-hogging career of rock's first supergroup.Eduardo RivadaviaEduardo Rivadavia
Robert Stigwood, Former Manager of Cream and the Bee Gees, DiesRobert Stigwood, Former Manager of Cream and the Bee Gees, DiesRobert Stigwood also briefly lured the Who away from Brunswick Records long enough to record the hit "Substitute." Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
Eric Clapton Leads Musical Farewell at Jack Bruce’s FuneralEric Clapton Leads Musical Farewell at Jack Bruce’s FuneralEric Clapton led a musical tribute to Jack Bruce at his former Cream bandmate's funeral in North London earlier today, singing the Beatles' 'Strawberry Fields Forever' with help from friends and family.Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening