Ultimate Classic Rock Staff

A look at the artists who have died this year.

Producer, who popularized the "Wall of Sound" technique, died of natural causes.

A look at the greatest biopics, documentaries, concert films and movies with awesome soundtracks.

Musician, who also played in supergroup Beck, Bogert & Appice, had been battling cancer.

Guitarist was reportedly planning to purchase Spanish-style home at the time of his death in 1970.

Musician also played with Dexys Midnight Runners and tutored Linda McCartney on piano.

Actress was best known for role on popular '60s sitcom.

Their debut LP 'Climbing!' featured the signature, cowbell-heavy single "Mississippi Queen."

From veterans to newcomers, the year's best tracks reflect the times.

It was a year of monolithic rock albums and intimate singer-songwriter releases.

Guitarist suffered from multiple final issues while battling long-term cancer.

"Red Rocker Refuses to Fly 55 in Afterlife," reads Van Halen singer's newspaper-styled drawing.