Why Nazareth’s Pete Agnew Thinks the Internet is KILLING Rock and Roll

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April 30, 2026

Why Nazareth’s Pete Agnew Thinks the Internet is KILLING Rock and Roll

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Nazareth founding member Pete Agnew doesn't pull punches when discussing the state of the music industry and the upcoming "Titans of Classic Rock" tour with Foghat. While the world remembers them for the legendary ballad "Love Hurts," Agnew reveals the raw, hard-rocking reality of a band that has survived five decades of industry shifts. From the "gift from the gods" in new vocalist Gianni Pontillo to the polarizing effect of the internet on global setlists, this is an uncensored look at rock royalty still claiming their throne. Discover why the "original rockers" are the only ones left who truly understand the spirit of the 70s.

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18:25 - "Woke" Rock? Pete Agnew’s blunt take on why the 70s couldn't happen today.

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