Classic Hits

On Saturday, August 1, 1981 at 12:01 AM EST something magical happened; videos were shown of the songs fans heard on the radio. There were VJs, countdowns, and more. What were the most awesome MTV rock videos of the 80s? 1.) “Start Me Up” by the Rolling Stones 2.) “Thriller” from Michael Jackson 3.) “Love is a Battlefield” by Pat Benetar 4.) “California Girls” by David Lee Roth 5.) “You […]

Runners will always remember the exact time of their first marathon, while parents hold the moment of a child’s birth crystal clear in their minds. What were you doing on these significant rock and roll dates? August 16th, 1977 was Elvis Presley’s last day on earth. Although his popularity had waned over the years, his death served as a reminder that we don’t all last forever, nor do we look […]

2016 was a devastating year for losing our favorite stars and now 2017 is off to a sad start. Butch Trucks, the original Allman Brothers drummer, has died at the age of 69. The cause of death is unknown. Claude Hudson "Butch" Trucks, born in Jacksonville in 1947, began playing drums while in high school, joining Englewood High School’s band. Butch also played in two marching bands, choosing the tympani. […]

2017 is bound to be a monumental year; we inaugurated a new President, technology is a year older, and the Chicago Cubs begin the 2017 season as the reigning Champion of Major League Baseball. Life offers moments that are considered bigger than life. What were the biggest moments in rock? February 9th, 1964 is the date the Beatles made their appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show. At that moment, millions […]

The 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class was announced last month with Journey, Tupac Shakur, Yes, Pearl Jam, ELO, and Joan Baez all being admitted. There was also a special award for musical excellence to Nile Rogers of Chic. Peter Frampton is not yet in the Hall; here are the most compelling reasons to admit this talented artist… Peter was a rock guitar God at the age of […]

The Rock and Roll Alphabet continues with a look at one of the greatest bands ever formed; Fleetwood Mac. Who knows what Fleetwood Mac would have sounded liked if Peter Green or Bob Welch as chosen to stay, never opening the door for Lindsey and Stevie? Mick Fleetwood, Stevie Nicks, John and Christine McVie, and Lindsey Buckingham are music royalty, selling nearly 200 million records during their time together, producing […]

Mick Jones of the band Foreigner is feeling better after a health scare earlier in 2016; so much so he’s written an autobiography called ‘A Foreigner’s Tale’ available soon. Original member Lou Gramm would love a shot at joining the band for a 40th year reunion, but that seems up in the air; rumors indicate however that Lou may be welcome back to the fold. The band is on tour, […]