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The Top Songs of 1986

If you graduated college in 1986 you’re likely to be in your 50s. The 80s was a terrific decade of music which included British Invasion II, ‘Techno’ and Madonna of course. What were the top songs of 1986? 1.) “Addicted to Love” Robert Palmer 2.) “Why Can’t This Be Love” by Van Halen 3.) “I Want to Make the World Turn Around” by the Steve Miller Band 4.) “Broken Wings” […]

todayOctober 12, 2017

Classic Hits

Elton Releases Greatest Hits Again Titled ‘Diamonds’

Elton John has recorded and released a tremendous amount of music in his career, including many a greatest hit. Now you can buy what is considered the ultimate ‘greatest hits’ package, called ‘Diamonds,’ created to honor the 50 year song writing relationship he and Bernie have maintained. 'Diamonds' which will offer Elton fans the most comprehensive box set of songs ever, in various levels of purchase options. You’ll be able […]

todayOctober 12, 2017

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The Long Wait for These 2 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2018 nominees last, beginning the long wait for those who have been worthy of such accolades for years. The list includes 19 deserving artists, nine nominated for the very first time. Two of the 19 overall nominees are Bon Jovi and the Motor City’s MC5. The original name for Bon Jovi was ‘Johnny Electric,’ but they changed it. The band has […]

todayOctober 12, 2017

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The B Side Surprises

When you hear someone say the ‘B’ side of a song, it means a single that was sent to the radio stations contained the ‘A’ side, the executives decided was the hit, yet the record label needed to press another song on the other side to complete the vinyl, thus our "The B Side surprises." “Born in the USA,” was perhaps Bruce Springsteen’s biggest radio hit, but the ‘A’ side […]

todayOctober 11, 2017

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Melissa Etheridge On Tour This Fall

Melissa Etheridge is on the road for the holidays, paying particular attention to her songs from her 2008 holiday album, ‘A New Thought for Christmas.’ She’s taking a different approach to her live concerts this fall, bringing full symphonies on stage to add more sound to her shows. This is one tour you're not going to want to miss. Here is the current list of her upcoming fall 2017 tour […]

todayOctober 11, 2017

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominee The Moody Blues

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2018 nominees last, and there are a few surprise, but more importantly, a few bands that frankly should have been given serious consideration years ago. The list includes 19 deserving artists, nine nominated for the very first time. One of the nominees is the supergroup The Moody Blues. This groundbreaking rock band began in Birmingham UK in the mid-60s, mixing rock […]

todayOctober 11, 2017

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The Cars, The Most Deserving Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominee

Just last week the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2018 nominees list, 19 total candidates, nine nominated for the very first time. Sadly, the Doobie Brothers are not on this list of nominees. One of the nominees though is the supergroup The Cars. In the late 70s and early 80s, one band stood above all others relative to originality and sound. The Cars! In 1978 the Cars […]

todayOctober 10, 2017

Classic Hits

The Man Who Made the Bee Gees

There’s an old saying that it’s better to be a ‘king maker’ than the ‘king,’ as kings come and go, but king makers enjoy both anonymity and wealth. In rock and roll, there stands three king makers, the men behind three legendary bands. Their names are Robert Stigwood, George Martin, and Murray Wilson. Let’s spend time today getting to know the man behind the Bee Gees and Cream with Eric […]

todayOctober 10, 2017

Music

Here’s to Another Monday

Here are Monday’s Music news Headlines… We’re all still heartbroken with the loss of Tom Petty, his autopsy has been completed by the cause of death (obvious heart attack) has been officially deferred for a few days. If you’d like more info, log on to http://www.tompetty.com. Cher is suing a billionaire friend who says he convinced her to sell stock well before it matured. She’s also been busy working on […]

todayOctober 9, 2017

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