insert_link Classic Hits Creedence Clearwater Revisited On the Road This Summer In the late 60s, John and brother Tom started a band called Creedence Clearwater Revival, hitting the charts with iconic tunes like “Bad Moon Rising,” "Have You Ever See the Rain,” "Suzie Q,” “Fortunate Son” and of course “Proud Mary.” CCR was always in turmoil, brothers fighting daily, legal issues, and differences of opinions on direction, often plaguing the band. CCR was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of […] todayJuly 7, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Our Favorite Live Albums That Were Ever Released Your favorite band is always better live than an album right? The problem is that’s hard to find albums that captured live performances that live up to the beautiful completely harmonic studio version of your favorite song. There were however ‘Live’ albums that not only sold millions of copies, but were considered tipping points in an artist career. Bob Seger and Peter Frampton, although popular in their own right, couldn’t […] todayJuly 6, 2017
insert_link Adult Contemporary Prince’s Drummer, John Blackwell Jr., Passes Away at 43 Prince passed away last year and now his drummer of many years has also passed away. John Blackwell Jr. rocked out with Prince for 15 years and was continuing to perform until being diagnosed with two brain tumors in 2016. It was at that time that surgery to remove part of his brain resulted in loss of movement in one arm. While the story seems awfully sad, it is nice […] todayJuly 6, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Jackson Browne to Play Benefit Concert This August Jackson Browne is a legend in the Folk Rock world, a founding member of the California Folk sound, and all around first class rocker for over 40 years. The son of a military officer, Jackson, was actually born in Heidelberg Germany in 1948, with his family returning to the states and making a home in the So Cal area. Jackson has also been a dedicated activist for Anti-Nuclear, Democratic, and […] todayJuly 6, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Our Favorites from Glenn Frey Glenn Frey, founding member of The Eagles is no longer with us, and we’re taking a look back at a few of our favorite songs from Glenn. “Smugglers Blues” was a monster hit for Glenn in 1984 was a song that was co-written by Glenn, and inspired a Miami Vice episode featuring both the song and Glenn in his first acting gig. The song won an MTV Award in 1985, […] todayJuly 5, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Farm Aid Planned for This September Are you a fan of ‘Farm Aid’? If so, be sure to make plans to be at KeyBank Pavilion in Burgettstown, PA September 16th for the 2017 version. John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Willie Nelson, Neil Young, Blackberry Smoke, Sheryl Crow, Jamey Johnson, Valerie June and Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, Jack Johnson, and Insects vs. Robots are all scheduled to perform that night. It’s like a ‘Woodstock’ every […] todayJuly 5, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits The American Song, a Gift This July 4th America celebrates the Fourth of July today with parades, fireworks displays, concerts, great food, and lots of beers. We know that the good ole U.S.A. is a winning theme for music of all types, so let’s check out the best patriotic songs of our time… Miley Cyrus and “Party in the U.S.A” is a terrific tune that all ages can appreciate. Regardless of your age or music preference, Miley has […] todayJuly 4, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits A Carole King Film You’re Going to Want to See London's Hyde Park in July of 2016 was the scene of an incredible night of great music from the worlds’ most talented star; Carole King. The film or documentary of that night is being shown/released in theaters on July 11th at selected venues. Called ‘Carole King -- Tapestry: Live at Hyde Park,’ the film will feature the songs from the iconic LP ‘Tapestry’ an LP that delivered “I Feel the […] todayJuly 3, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits The Doobie Brothers Continuing to Rock Out on Tour The Doobie Brothers have been writing and singing hit tunes for over 40 years. “Black Water,” “China Grove,” “What a Fool Believes” and “Jesus is Just Alright for Me” are clear examples of some of the best folk/rock/pop ever recorded. Like the group Van Halen, there are two distinctive versions – the Tom Johnston rendition, and the Michael McDonald version. Be sure to see the Doobie Brothers live this summer... […] todayJuly 3, 2017
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