insert_link Classic Hits The Worst Behavior in Rock and Roll History Right at the intersection of rich and famous is a zone that excuses the worst behavior of rock and roll stars. In 1989, Izzy Stradlin, the Guns N’ Roses guitarist couldn’t wait any longer for an airline bathroom to open up, so he took a leak in the alley. Incidentally, Ozzy Osbourne was arrested for doing the same thing on the side of the Alamo in San Antonio. Kid Rock […] todayApril 13, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Tommy Hits the UK and The Who Takes Residency Only the lucky few were able to see ‘The Who’ live in concert in the 60s and 70s. Tommy the Broadway show appeared on 42nd Street for a few years in New York, earning five Tony Award and Grammy for ‘Best Musical Show’ in the early 90s, but again The Who live in concert remains a ‘bucket list’ item for millions of fans. Now, the touring ‘Tommy’ has opened in […] todayApril 13, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits J. Geils Passes Away at 71 The rock and roll world lost another star this week, as Boston native and founding member of 70s rock J. Geils was found unresponsive in in his Groton, Massachusetts home. Medical examiners have determined no foul play, J. dying of natural causes. J. Geils founded the J. Geils Band in Worcester in the late 60s, hitting the charts for the next two decades with hits like ‘Centerfold,” “Give it to […] todayApril 12, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits The Greatest Albums of the 80s Outside of the 60s, the years found in the 1980s are considered to be the most influential 10 years of our time. You could still smoke on airplanes, and cabbage Patch Dolls were all the rage. Technology took a leap towards the future with the Walkman, the cellphone, VCRs, video games, cable TV, and the introduction of the home computer by Apple. What was the music like? Here are our […] todayApril 12, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits The Musical Stars Who Made Miami Vice Great The Michael Mann ‘Miami Vice’ television show in the mid-80s is considered one of the greatest projects ever to hit the small screen. The concept was simple; create a viewer experience for the MTV audience that pulled them into the tried and true 'cops and robbers' formula. The concept was brilliant, while the writing was equally astounding. The clothes worn by the actors, the colors used on sets, and the […] todayApril 12, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Metallica and Their Apparel with Urban Outfitter We’re always intrigued to hear the commercial marriage of a rock star or band and a product or product endorsement. Recently, Metallica announced they were joining forces with Urban Outfitter, the massive clothing chain, to launch an exclusive line of t-shirts, hats and more. Metallica has teamed up with popular retail chain Urban Outfitters to launch a new exclusive line of merchandise. The beautifully designed t-shirts start at $34 and […] todayApril 11, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits The Least Known Member of the Beatles – George Harrison George Harrison would have celebrated his 74th birthday this past February 25th. Of all the Beatles, he may be the one we know the least about. Why not take this time during a slow news day to dive into this great musician? George he was one of four children; his mum was a shop assistant, his dad a ship steward on the infamous ‘White Star Line.’ Given all we know […] todayApril 11, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits A Little Background on Paul Simon and His June Tour Dates Paul Simon began his musical career in High School when he met Arthur Garfunkel and became ‘Tom and Jerry,’ enjoying regional success with a few of their tunes, "Hey Schoolgirl" in particular. Did you know that the two broke up in the early 60s when Paul recorded and released a song by himself under an assumed name? Art considered it a betrayal of their friendship. The two did eventually patch […] todayApril 11, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Three Dog Night Hits the Road in 2017 ‘Three Dog Night’ hit the charts in 1968 with their song “One” and the rest they say, is rock and roll history. The band has sold millions of records along the way, endured many lineup changes, and the recent deaths of original members Corey Wells and Jimmy Greenspoon. They are touring this summer, and regardless of the boys on stage, put on a wonderful show… April 21st, Lincoln City, OR […] todayApril 10, 2017
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