Classic Rock

The real reason young men bought guitars and spent hours playing rock and roll, is the desire to be rich and famous, and get the girl. Girl’s names have been in the song titles of our popular songs since the beginning of time. Here are more great songs that use a women’s name in the song title. Most people don’t know that the popular 70s band, the Pure Prairie League, […]

Earlier this week we began sharing a list of the best classic rock one hit wonder songs of all time. Here’s part two of that list... Iron Butterfly’s “In a gadda da vida” released in 1968 and the confusion about the meaning of the song helped the popularity of the song. The band hailed from San Diego, loving their 15 minutes of fame. All but two of the original members […]

If you’re an Eric Clapton fan be sure to watch or set your DVR for the VH1 special ‘I Still Do: An Intimate Discussion about Rock, the Blues and Shepherd’s Pie,’ airing May 20th. The new album ‘I Still Do’ is produced by the same producer who crafted ‘Slowhand,’ the triple platinum album in the late 70s. Eric’s life reads like a British novel, having his biological father leave his […]

Movie producer Ron Howard is clearly one of the best of class, given his delivering such classic movies like 'Forrest Gump,’ ‘Apollo 13,’ and ‘A Beautiful Mind.’ Ron’s latest project will be of great interest to you, as he tackles the greatest musical group ever assembled in a special documentary – The Beatles. The working title is 'The Beatles: Eight Days A Week,' receiving complete cooperation from the living Beatles […]

It’s no secret that boys start garage bands to get the girl. In rock and roll, women’s names have often been in the titles of great songs. Here are a few… “Maybelline" by Chuck Berry was released in 1955 and is considered a rip off from the Bob Wills country song “Ida Red.” The song is in the Grammy Hall of Fame and has been credited with being a significant […]

So what were the best classic rock one hit wonder songs of all time? You know, songs that hit the charts just once, disappearing into that good night. Here’s a quick look at some more of our favorite one hit wonders… Ram Jam’s “Black Betty” is the cover of an early 1900s blues song from Huddie "Lead Belly" Ledbetter. This version has a catchy and soulful hook and guitar riff. […]

The 80s is considered by many to be one of the most significant periods in our lifetime, given the emergence of technology, cultural advances, explosion of media and satellite accomplishments, and of course Journey! Drummer Steve Smith has re-joined the band, so be sure to see them live before you leave this wonderful earth… Journey and The Doobie Brothers in Concert 6/02 — Birmingham, AL 6/04 — Charlotte, NC 6/05 […]

It’s hard to find a band more deserving of success than Toto. They are a studio band that broke through the 70s with “Hold the Line” and continued their hold on the charts with “Rosanna” and "Africa.” Toto is (and was) primarily Steve Lukather, brothers Jeff and Steve Porcaro, and Bobby Kimball. For a period of time, Mike Porcaro joined the band. Death took Jeff, the drummer, at 38 years […]

Great music puts a smile on our faces, brings joy to our hearts, and makes us feel good when we hear the tune. Here are a few more ‘Feel Good’ songs… ‘Chase’ hit the charts in 1971 with the horn heavy, upbeat song "Get It On.” The band hailed from Squantum, Massachusetts, hitting the charts with their supercharged hit. Chase was nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammys, losing […]