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Tom Petty Honored on ‘SNL’

Tom Petty died last week at the age of 66, his last show at the Hollywood Bowl the night before. Tom and the Heartbreakers had been on a 40th-anniversary tour which began earlier this year and would end with two shows in New York in November. Over the weekend country music star Jason Aldean (starring on ‘SNL’ played Tom’s “I Won’t Back Down,” to the delight of the studio audience […]

todayOctober 9, 2017

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominee The Zombies

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2018 nominees last, beginning the long wait for those who might get the ‘call from the hall’ that would change their lives forever. The list includes 19 deserving artists, nine nominated for the very first time. One of the nominees is the 60s group the Zombies. “Time of the Season,” “She’s Not There” and “Tell Her No” were outstanding songs from […]

todayOctober 9, 2017

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So That’s What They Look Like?

The dearly departed Jeff Healey was a good friend who had great success as an artist, but appeared in film as a singer and friend to Patrick Swayze in Patrick’s movie ‘Roadhouse,’ making us remember other rockers who had their moment in film and television. Here's our brief list… Who could forget Jon Bon Jovi in the well-produced submarine movie called U-571? Phil Collins, Jimmy Buffett, Jimmy Buffett and David […]

todayOctober 6, 2017

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2018 ‘Celebrating David Bowie’ Concerts Announced

Imagine a group of talented performers on tour for the sole purpose of honoring David Bowie? Well, imagine no more, as tickets for the 2018 ‘Celebrating David Bowie’ concerts have already gone on sale, and the night is all about David Bowie and his music. The entourage also includes King Crimson’s Adrian Belew, and Sting’s son Joe Sumner. These are 2018 dates and locations... February 10th, Silver Spring, MD February […]

todayOctober 6, 2017

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David Crosby’s New Album Available Now!

David Crosby has been considered one of the founders of rock and roll, an original member of the Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, and the iconic Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. He’s recorded five solo albums over the years, releasing his sixth LP this week called ‘Sky Trails.’ ‘Sky Trails’ contains less acoustic tunes than his previous ‘Lighthouse’ released in 2016, and includes his son James Raymond a co-writer of a few […]

todayOctober 6, 2017

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More Soul Salutes to Entertain You!

We’ve been honoring the great soul singers and bands that deserve special attention, so let’s not stop now. The Staples Singers were, in fact, a family from Chicago, and much like the Jackson family it had a patriarch – Pops Staples. Other family members included Cleotha, Pervis, Mavis (who is currently touring with Bob Dylan) and Yvonne. “Respect Yourself,” “"I'll Take You There," "If You're Ready (Come Go with Me)," […]

todayOctober 6, 2017

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And The 2018 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees Are…

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2018 nominees, those of which who get the call will be included in the most exclusive club in all of music. The list includes 19 deserving artists, nine nominated for the very first time. And the nominees are (drum roll please)... The Zombies, Kate Bush, The Cars, Bon Jovi, Depeche Mode, The Eurythmics, Dire Straits, LL Cool J, Judas Priest, The […]

todayOctober 5, 2017

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Bob Seger Forced to Cancel Tour

Bob Seger is having a breakout year, well after the pinnacle of his iconic career. His management team just announced the details of a new Bob Seger LP ‘I Knew You When’ dropping in early November, and unfortunately, the news that he will have to cancel the rest of his Runaway Train Tour. Apparently, his doctor has urged him to cancel the tour due to health issues. Our thoughts are […]

todayOctober 5, 2017

Classic Hits

Songs That Make You Turn it Up to 11

Great songs make you turn the knob up to 11 and send a ‘feel good’ vibe through your entire body when you hear them. In many cases, our favorite songs are catchy little tunes that were either one-hit wonders or silly little hits. Here’s a brief list of great songs that make you feel good. “Just Ask the Lonely” from the Four Tops is a great mid-tempo ballad that puts […]

todayOctober 5, 2017

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