insert_link Classic Hits Two of Long Island’s Greatest Rockers London is fabulous, Honk Kong is exotic, and Sydney is a long ways away. Another of the greatest cities in the world is of course the Big Apple, New York City. Long Island is a different animal all together though. LI is 118 miles long and 23 miles wide at its peak, and is the most populated island in the US. It’s also the home of some great rockers… Edward […] todayMay 15, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Steve Perry Looks to Get Back Into Rock Steve Perry was the lead singer of the 80s super group Journey for many years, but left the band in 1993 due to emotional distress and medical reasons. Recently Steve announced plans to get back into the studio and make another solo album, his latest’s since 1994, when he released “For the Love of Strange Medicine,” and his fans can’t wait to hear his newest songs. Steve was born into […] todayMay 12, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits The Best Music of 1982 In 1982 the price of a gallon of gas was under a $1, the top movies of the year were ‘ET,’ ‘On Golden Pond,’ and ‘Chariots of Fire.’ What was the music like in 1982? John Cougar Mellencamp “Hurts So Good” Survivor “Eye Of The Tiger” Scorpions “No One Like You” Journey “Open Arms" Joan Jett and the Blackhearts “I Love Rock And Roll” Men at Work “Who Can It […] todayMay 12, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Some of Elton’s Greatest Hits Sir Elton John was on the charts a while ago with a single called “Looking Up,” and it made us realize that Elton’s been on the charts for nearly half a century. This song may or may not be a number one song, but it’s a great opportunity to remind everyone of his top selling songs. “Crocodile Rock” was released in 1972 and was Elton’s homage to the early days […] todayMay 11, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits A Few More of Our Favorite One-Hit Wonders Bands that hit the charts with a great song - then go back to their day jobs are called artists referred to as ‘One Hit Wonders.’ Here are a few of our favorite one-hit wonders… “Black Betty” is an old blues tune from the early 1920s credited to Huddie "Lead Belly" Ledbetter, but 'Ram Jam,' a county rock band from New York, rode their whaling version to number one in […] todayMay 11, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Sammy Hagar Hits the Road This Fall Sammy Hagar will be on the road in concert this fall with fellow Van Halen pal Michael Anthony, and you won’t want to miss the fun. Sammy will be touring with The Circle’ which includes Jason Bonham and Vic Johnson. Sammy’s son Andrew dropping by a few dates to help his dad out on the road. The band ‘Collective Soul’ will also join the tour as special guests (opening act) […] todayMay 11, 2017
insert_link AAA Grammys Headed to NYC in 2018! The Grammys are the biggest music award a musician can earn in his/her time as an artist and for about the last 15 years this award show was held in Los Angeles. Well, after a ton of rumors it can now be announced that New York City will be hosting the 2018 Grammys! The last time the award show was held in New York City was 2003. Since then it’s […] todayMay 10, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Michael McDonald an Influence to Many and Still Going Strong You might consider Michael McDonald one of the founding fathers of rock, pop, soul and commercial music; it’s hard to find a more influential musician whose fingerprints are on as many bands. The super groups Steely Dan (yes Michael was a member of the band when they toured in the early 70s) and the Doobie Brothers were heavily influenced by Michael. Michael’s been nominated 13 times for a Grammy, winning […] todayMay 10, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Keeping It Fun and Easy This Wednesday It's Wednesday and the work week has been going by slow. Here are a few rock and roll fun facts to get you a little more excited about the day... Be sure to visit Winslow, AZ before you leave this earth. If and when you do, you’ll find a life size statue “standing on the corner” with appropriate sign, honoring the song "Take it Easy" by the Eagles. That song […] todayMay 10, 2017
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