insert_link Classic Hits Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Snubs The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced the 2017 nominees a few weeks ago, which included Pearl Jam, Tupac Shakur, Depeche Mode, Electric Light Orchestra, Jane's Addiction, Janet Jackson, Journey, the Cars, the Zombies and Yes among others. What we find more interesting is the list of artists or singers that were not even on the list of nominees, artists or singers that the hall didn’t even consider for […] todayOctober 31, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits Where to Find Melissa Etheridge Melissa Lou Etheridge was born in Leavenworth KS in 1961, and has enjoyed a highly successful career over the years with great songs like “Come to My Window” and “I’m the Only One.” Just this week Melissa will be on the ‘Rock the Boat’ cruise with Joan Jett and Delta Rae, departing Key West at the end of the week. Upon her return, you can catch her in concert on […] todayOctober 28, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits Some Light Fall Reading If you get a chance this fall, take a look at the latest books that are written about your favorite msuic - and best of all might make good stocking stuffers. ‘The 100 Greatest Bands of All Time: A Guide to the Legends’ is a 1,000+ page book of details, fun facts, photos and great info on the best bands ever. This book pays particular attention to soulful rock groups. […] todayOctober 28, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits Our Favorite Rockers Tweeting So you have a Facebook page with lots of ‘friends.’ You may even have a Twitter account, spreading your extraneous thoughts across social media. You would be surprised to know that your favorite’s rockers have gone social – big time! Check out these social numbers... Paul McCartney – @paulmccartney - 2.93 million followers Rolling Stones – @rollingstones - 2.07 million followers The Who – @thewho - 536,000 followers Lynyrd Skynyrd […] todayOctober 28, 2016
insert_link CHR Paisley Park – The Museum It’s been months since Prince passed away and since then so many different things have gone down surrounding his estate. Who gets what? What will happen to this or that? We’re slowly finding out more information about all of the above, and when it’s announced, we report it. The most recent news surrounding Prince is that Paisley Park has become a museum! The Chanhassen City Council approved it unanimously on […] todayOctober 27, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits The Who’s Big Announcements The legendary band ‘The Who,’ has been briefly touring this year, and has announced more tour dates for 2017. They also made news this week by releasing news that their “My Generation” LP has been expanded to a 5-CD Super Deluxe Box Set, being released on November 18. The multiple LP editions will follow on February 10, 2017. Fans can pre-order now online. Both mono and re-mastered stereo mixes of […] todayOctober 27, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits Rockers Still Out on Tour This Fall We are inching our way to the holiday season, but a few of the best rockers are still out on tour. Here’s a brief over view of a few bands still out on tour as the wintery season nears... Elton John will be in residence at the Colosseum in Las Vegas through the end of this week before heading to Europe. Journey has one more US tour stop, November 19th […] todayOctober 27, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits More Music to Come From Brian Wilson The Beach Boys LP “Pet Sounds” is celebrating a 50 year anniversary in 2016, and it’s been a busy year for its creator Brian Wilson. His memoir ‘I am Brian Wilson’ was released last week, and now there are details of a new Brian Wilson album out this year, exciting Beach Boy fans around the world! Brian is now 74 and appears to be in good physical and mental health, […] todayOctober 26, 2016
insert_link Classic Hits ZZ Top 2017 ‘Tonnage’ Tour Dates Announced ZZ Top is one of the best rock bands of all time, creating and touring since the early 70s. If you love "Sharp Dressed Man," "La Grange," "Tush" and "Legs," then you must check out the Z before you die. The bands 'Greatest Hits' hit the shelves in September, and would make a wonderful Chritmas stocking stuffer. In exciting news this week, ZZ Top announced it's 2017 concert dates. Although […] todayOctober 26, 2016