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5 classic rock songs with even more cowbell than (Don't Fear) the Reaper

If Christopher Walken's music producer "SNL" character still wants more cowbell than "(Don't Fear) the Reaper" has, he can ...
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There May Not Even Be Any Cowbell In Blue Öyster Cult’s ‘Don’t Fear The Reaper,’ Despite The Iconic ‘SNL’ Sketch

When it comes to the most famous use of a cowbell as a musical instrument, ever since the iconic “More Cowbell” sketch on Saturday Night Live, there’s really only one answer: Blue Öyster Cult’s “Don’t ...
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'(Don't Fear) The Reaper' musicians reflect on 'More Cowbell,' debunk myths: 'I don't think it's a cowbell'

The musicians behind "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" are reflecting on the impact of a very silly comedy sketch. Several current and former members of Blue Öyster Cult, as well as two of the song's ...
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BLUE ÖYSTER CULT's ERIC BLOOM 'Never Took Offense' To 'Saturday Night Live''s Cowbell Sketch

In a new interview with Midwest Mixtape podcast, BLUE ÖYSTER CULT vocalist/rhythm guitarist Eric Bloom once again talked about the famous "Saturday Night Live" sketch "More Cowbell" which revolved ...
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Classic Rock Band Behind 'Don't Fear the Reaper' Named One of the Most Underrated of the '70s

Blue Öyster Cult has spent decades occupying a strange place in rock history. The band produced one of the most recognizable songs ever recorded in "Don't Fear the Reaper," but many casual listeners ...