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John Oates Goes Americana with ‘Arkansas,’ His Latest LP

John Oates of Hall and Oates fame is taking a turn towards America’s roots for his latest album, finishing up the project called ‘Arkansas,’ expected to drop February second. The overall sound of the album can be best described as a mixture of Delta blues, Dixieland, and bluegrass. The album was recorded in Nashville, the place John now calls home. Hall and Oates ruled the 70s and early 80s, as […]

todayNovember 30, 2017

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Famous Johns in Rock!

John is a pretty common first name and in recent times there have been some pretty famous Johns. Here’s our list of the best Johns in rock and roll. The late John Lennon of the Beatles may be the most successful (certainly the richest) John, but if you’re a Led Zeppelin fan you probably chose drummer John Bonham. There were a few Fogerty brothers; John Fogerty had the most successful […]

todayNovember 30, 2017

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A Steely Dan Update

As if the news of Steely Dan’s founding member Walter Becker’s death wasn’t sad enough, we hear this week that Walter’s widowed wife Delia has asked the courts to allow her to become an officer of the Steely Dan business, requiring a 50% ownership in the legal partnership. It’s starting to get rougher unfortunately. Evidently written in 1972, there is legal language that allows surviving band members to purchase the […]

todayNovember 30, 2017

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Elton Leaves, The Who Enter

Elton John’s Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace will end in May of 2018. In the time Elton’s been a semi-permeant performer at the venue, he’s made millions of dollars while living a relatively normal life. As the marriage of Elton and Caesars Palace has proven to be mutually beneficial, the next logical step would be to quickly book another super group or performer to take Elton’s […]

todayNovember 29, 2017

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Sgt. Peppers is 50 Years Old This Year

This year we’re celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles iconic LP ‘Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.’ Here are five things about the album we think you’ll find really interesting… The album cover displays 57 photos and nine waxworks of the world’s most famous cultural icons which are spiritual and significant. The list includes Mahavatar Babaji, Lahiri Mahasaya, Sri Yukteswar and Paramahansa Yogananda. A Picture of Elvis was in, […]

todayNovember 29, 2017

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Todd Rundgren Still on Tour This Year

Todd Rundgren has spent the last 40 years making music. As a performer Todd hit the charts with “Can’t We Be Friends,” “I Saw the Light” and “Hello it’s Me.” He’s also written hit songs for England Dan and John Ford Coley tune “Love is the Answer,” and the Alison Krauss tune “It Wouldn’t Have Made Any Difference” as well. Todd is considered a genius, having worked on tons of […]

todayNovember 29, 2017

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Your Desert Island ‘Gotta Haves’

In the middle of a romantic cruise, the ship takes on water and sinks. Fortunately, you’re a great swimmer, so you make it to a deserted island. With no hope of being rescued for a while, you dream your favorite music. Here’s our list of ‘Desert Island’ songs that will keep you alive till help arrives. “Stairway to Heaven” has got to be on this list, if only for nostalgic […]

todayNovember 28, 2017

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The Fleetwood Mac Reissue You Must Enjoy

One of the greatest albums ever recorded and released is the Fleetwood Mac self-titled LP from 1975. We now hear that the album will be reissued early next year, and include additional tracks. The album will feature the original album singles "Say You Love Me" and "Over My Head" plus a separate disc which will showcase alternate takes of the songs, a few unreleased tunes, and a few more live […]

todayNovember 28, 2017

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Family and Friends Say ‘Goodbye’ to AC/DC’s Malcolm Young Tonight

AC/DC’s guitarist Malcolm Young passed away last week, becoming the second Young brother to die this year. George Young the band's producer and longtime supporter of the band died October 22nd, leaving Angus the remaining Young in the AC/DC family. It’s been a long road for Malcolm, retiring from the touring portion of the band a few years ago after being diagnosed with dementia. Malcolm was only 29 when he […]

todayNovember 28, 2017

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