The Latin Percussion-branded cowbell used on SNL was made in Ranco's former factory in Clifton. Karpi recognized it right away when he saw the skit, spotting the "LP" sticker on its side.

Peacock’s 'SNL' docuseries reveals secrets around cast auditions, the writers room, the iconic cowbell sketch, 1985 season that almost got it canceled. 'SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night': Cast ...

On May 22, the day before its public opening, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame showed off its newest exhibition, “SNL: Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of Music,” to members of the media.

There May Not Even Be Any Cowbell In Blue Öyster Cult’s ‘Don’t Fear The Reaper,’ Despite The Iconic ‘SNL’ Sketch Derrick Rossignol Music News Editor Twitter January 20, 2025 ...

The new "Saturday Night Live" Peacock documentary "SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night" covers the behind the scenes of the famous "more cowbell" sketch starring Christopher Walken, Will Ferrell and ...

Twenty-four years after airing, Blue Öyster Cult’s front man is still reckoning with the legacy of SNL’s ‘More Cowbell’ sketch: ‘My first feeling was relief. Relief that it was funny ...

It’s hard to look back at classic Saturday Night Live moments and not think of “More Cowbell.”In the great SNL sketch featuring A-list host Christopher Walken, he played music producer Bruce ...

Even before its 50th anniversary season, which we’re in the midst of at the moment, “Saturday Night Live” has been the subject of much study and celebration — too much, if I’m being honest.

The sketch, of course, finds the SNL stars playing members of the hard-rock band Blue Öyster Cult as they record their classic 1976 track "(Don't Fear) The Reaper." As the record producer, guest ...