insert_link Music This Day in Music History – March 23rd 1961 - Elvis Presley recorded "Can't Help Falling in Love." 1964 - John Lennon's first book, "In His Own Write" was published. 1969 - Anita Bryant and the Letterman appeared at a "Rally For Decency" in Miami following Jim Morrison's indecent exposure onstage there. 1973 - Yoko Ono was granted permission to live in the U.S. permanently. 1971 - John Lennon was ordered to leave the U.S. within 60 days […] todayMarch 23, 2020
insert_link AAA Neil Diamond Brings Back a Classic On Saturday night, March 21st, music icon Neil Diamond posted a new version of the classic tune, "Sweet Caroline", to YouTube. But this version has a twist. These new "updated" lyrics reflect the country's current circumstances with the Coronavirus pandemic sweeping the nation. The star looked cozy next to his fireplace at home with an acoustic guitar. "I know we're going through a rough time right now, but I love ya," […] todayMarch 23, 2020
insert_link Country Country Icon Kenny Rogers – Dead at 81 On Friday, March 20th, country icon Kenny Rogers passed away from natural causes. The star was 81 years old. The Houston carved out a successful pop/rock career with backing band the First Edition in the late 1960s, before segueing into a leading role as a massively popular country solo star. Rogers is survived by wife Wanda and their two children, as well as three children from his previous marriages. The […] todayMarch 23, 2020
insert_link Music This Day in Music History – March 20th 1959 - Bobby Rydell made his first TV appearance, on "American Bandstand." 1960 - Elvis Presley made his first post-Army recording. Today in Elvis History 1961 - Ricky Nelson recorded "Hello Mary Lou." 1963 - Jan & Dean recorded "Surf City." 1965 - The first Motown tour of the U.K. began. 1968 - Eric Clapton, Neil Young, Richie Furay and Jim Messina were arrested on drug charges in Los Angeles, […] todayMarch 20, 2020
insert_link Adult Contemporary Keith Urban is Livestreaming From His Basement Amidst the country practicing social distancing with the ever escalating circumstances with COVID-19, it has been pretty difficult for people to unwind and stay calm, with most news being bad. But some artists have taken to social media to post some live music. One of those artists is Keith Urban. The country star performed an impromptu concert via Instagram Live to entertain fans stuck at home. The singer was joined […] todayMarch 20, 2020
insert_link Music Tyga Signs with New Manager Dre London It has been reported that Grammy Award-nominated rapper Tyga has signed with London Entertainment for management. The LA firm is headed by Dre London. London's roster also happens to include some of music's heavy hitters like Post Malone and Tyla Yaweh. "Tyga resonates with fans all over the world because of his feel-good music and vibe," London tells Billboard. "I’ve seen and studied his global appeal and over the last […] todayMarch 20, 2020
insert_link Active Rock Hayley Williams Drops New Single On Thursday, March 19th, Hayley Williams dropped a new song called "Roses/Lotus/Violet/Iris." The track features vocals from boygenius, made up of Julien Baker, Lucy Dacus, and Phoebe Bridgers. The breezy tune is a stance on feminism that uses a garden as a metaphor for growth and self-discovery, a positive message during this trying time. Williams was scheduled to release the second installment of her Petals for Armor album this week, but […] todayMarch 20, 2020
insert_link AAA Tool’s North American Spring Tour Postponed On Wednesday, March 18th, iconic rock band Tool made the announcement that theit entire tour from here on out has been postponed. "Tool regrets to confirm that the first leg of their upcoming North American tour has been postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak. They wish everyone well during this difficult period and hope to see everyone again very soon," the band wrote in a Facebook post. The tour in […] todayMarch 20, 2020
insert_link Active Rock Your Favorite Rock Artists Are Entertaining from Afar Amidst the country practicing social distancing with the ever escalating circumstances with COVID-19, it has been pretty difficult for people to unwind and stay calm, with most news being bad. But some artists have taken to social media to post some live music. Ben Gibbard The Death Cab for Cutie leader will stream daily concerts from his home to Facebook and YouTube, complete with song requests and maybe even some […] todayMarch 19, 2020