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
insert_link Classic Hits The Pet Sounds 50th Anniversary Tour You Have to See Brian Wilson has always been considered the driving force behind the Beach Boys, the genius within the group. The album “Pet Sounds” is perhaps the “Sgt. Peppers” the bands early ‘concept’ moment for the Beach Boys, now celebrating its 50th birthday. “God Only Knows,” “Sloop John B,” and “Wouldn’t it be Nice” were all smash singles from this album. Brian is again on the road with the ‘Pet Sounds 50th […] todayApril 10, 2017
insert_link Active Rock David Letterman Does the Honors for Pearl Jam at Hall of Fame Just the other day Pearl Jam was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The ceremony was held Friday in Brooklyn at the Barcalys Center and we’re sure it’s one night that band will never forget. David Letterman inducted the band into the Hall that night, but it wasn’t always supposed to be that way. Originally Neil Young was to induct the band, but he was too sick […] todayApril 10, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits The Hall of Fame’s Very First Class The 32nd Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony was held at the Barclay Center in Brooklyn last week, and it was a real celebration of those that were eligible their very first year, and those that have waited forever to be asked. The 2017 inductees were Yes, Joan Baez, Electric Light Orchestra, Journey (finally) Pearl Jam, and Tupac Shakur. What a class it was! Who was a […] todayApril 10, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits The Inside Scoop on the Band Boston The band Boston and its fans will always remember drummer Sib Hashian who sadly passed away a few weeks ago, performing on the ‘Legends of Rock’ cruise on the high seas. How did Sib get to the show with Boston? Here’s the inside scoop… Boston was in the recording studio in 1975, set to record their self-entitled LP. The bands label Epic demanded they replace original drummer Jim Masdea, and […] todayApril 7, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Journey – The Final Inductee of This Year’s Hall of Fame Class The 32nd Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn tonight and the 2017 inductees are Journey, Pearl Jam, Tupac Shakur, Yes, and Joan Baez. Let’s finish the week and get you ready for the Hall of Fame ceremony with a few details about the greatest 80s band ever – Journey! Fact – nearly 100 million records sold! Fact – […] todayApril 7, 2017
insert_link Classic Hits Allman Brothers to Release Special Eight-Disc Set Although the Allman brothers have lost a few of the original band members in recent years (Butch Trucks 2016, Duane 1971, Berry Oakley 1972) the remaining members and label are expected to release an eight-disc of set of every song heard from their three-night stay at the Fox Theater in Atlanta from 2004, called "The Fox Box.' In our opinion, here are the best tunes from the brothers from the […] todayApril 6, 2017
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