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Celebrating the Soul Sound

Soul music can be funk, rock, Hip Hop, Blues and more. There’s the Philly Sound, the Motown Sound, and the great sound from the Stax label. Here’s our soul salute today… The classic song “Soul Man” was a bit hit for Sam and Dave, used in the Blues Brothers movie and covered by over 25 recording artists. The song was written by a young man who was born in rural […]

todayOctober 5, 2017

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Odds and Ends Music News

We’re working our way to Friday, and I the meantime here are a few music news headlines… Judas Priest has been announced as one of the headliners for the 2018 Bloodstock Festival. Held over the summer in the UK, past rockers have been the cream of the crock for heavy metal. Cheap Trick will be releasing a new Christmas album this November called ‘Christmas Christmas,’ and will have plenty of […]

todayOctober 4, 2017

Music

I Feel Good, My Feel Good Songs

Music is meant to make us feel good, to help earmark important times of our lives with joy and uplifting tunes. Here’s another look at songs that bring a smile to your face when we hear them... “Baby Blue’ by Badfinger from the album ‘Straight Up’ was a catchy song about a Dixie Armstrong, a female lead singer Pete Ham was dating at the time. The song was produced in […]

todayOctober 4, 2017

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The Man Who Made the Beach Boys

There’s an old saying that it’s better to be a ‘kingmaker’ than the ‘king,’ as kings come and go, but king makers enjoy both anonymity and wealth. In rock and roll, there stands three kingmakers, the men behind 3 legendary bands. Their names are Robert Stigwood, George Martin, and Murray Wilson. Let’s spend a little time getting to know the man that shaped the early 60s beach sound with his […]

todayOctober 4, 2017

Alternative Rock

Remembering Tom Petty, American Poet

Tom Petty has officially passed away at the age of 66. There had been conflicting reports from both medical officials and family up until now, but it’s been confirmed by his management group. Tom was found by paramedics in his Malibu home late Sunday night in full cardiac arrest, rushed to the hospital, placed on life support, and eventually lost his battle. Tom and his pals The Heartbreakers began a […]

todayOctober 3, 2017

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Deserving Bands Still Not in the Hall

Every year the nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall Fame are announced, and every year true music fans ask “where are the Doobie Brothers,” “Why aren’t the Moody Blues in the Hall,” etc. To make matters worse, a few bands are admitted to the hall in their first year of eligibility, making other fans wonder where the justice is? Here are the bands that have yet to get the […]

todayOctober 3, 2017

Music

The Global Citizen Concert and Free Speech

Standing or kneeling for the national anthem during professional sports has turned into one of the hottest topics these past few days, thanks to the President’s initial remarks and pro-sports athlete’s reactions. At the recent Global Citizen Concert in New York’s Central Park this past weekend, Stevie Wonder stopped mid-song and knelt (both knees) to throw his support for those that find themselves in the crosshairs of public debate and […]

todayOctober 3, 2017

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Get On The KISS Kruise

The KISS Kruise VII is getting ready to cruise with more stars and activities. We mentioned this earlier in the year, so consider this your ‘last call,’ as the ship departs from the port of New Orleans on November 5th, with a waiting list being formed for typical cancellations – thus rooms may still be available. The KISS Kruse is scheduled to be a five-day sail with stops in Costa […]

todayOctober 3, 2017

Classic Hits

Monitoring Tom Petty’s Health Situation

Editor's Note: Conflicting reports continue to be released concerning Tom Petty's health. We will continue to monitor the situation as it unfolds. Our best wishes are with him and his family at this time. Tom Petty, who was found unconscious and non-responsive after going into full cardiac arrest in his Malibu home late Sunday night, is in serious condition at this time. Tom Petty is one of the most successful […]

todayOctober 2, 2017

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