The veteran rocker has spent decades making music, with a career that includes a fascinating near-miss with another famous band.

British‑American band Player's late-1977 tune "Baby Come Back" became one of the most unforgettable heartbreak tracks of the soft‑rock era—and it remains an anthem of the genre nearly five decades ...

"The solo on 'Baby Come Back' is groovy and dramatic," the outlet wrote. "It's one of those you find yourself singing along to, which is always a good sign. You can't sing along to a lot of really ...

Written by Peter Beckett and J.C. Crowley, the breakup classic appeared on the British American band’s 1977 self-titled debut album and hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 on January 14, 1978, ...