Ultimate Classic Rock

How ‘SNL’ Made Blue Oyster Cult Bring Back Cowbell on ‘Reaper’

Blue Oyster Cult guitarist Buck Dharma said the band was forced to start using a cowbell while performing their classic track "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" as a result of Saturday Night Live's famous ...
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'(Don't Fear) The Reaper' musicians reflect on 'More Cowbell,' debunk myths: 'I don't think it's a cowbell'

Will Ferrell in the 'More Cowbell' sketch on 'Saturday Night Live'; Eric Bloom of Blue Oyster Cult ...
Uproxx

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 ...
The Oakland Press

Blue Oyster Cult at the Royal Oak Music Theatre, 5 Things to Know

Blue Oyster Cult has released some indelible hits during its 53 years of recording — notably “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper,” “Godzilla” and “Burnin’ For You.” But that’s only part of the band’s story.