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Your Favorites from the Year 1978

1978 was an interesting year for music. Disco was on its last leg, and rock was beginning to become popular again. Gas was $.63 cents a gallon, and the Son of Sam serial killer in NYC was sentenced – 25 to life. The film ‘Grease’ was a big hit at the theaters, and the music was as confusing as ever. Here were the top songs from 1978… The Bee Gees […]

todayMay 17, 2017

Classic Hits

Paul McCartney Still Rocking and Rolling

The moment the Beatles stepped on the Ed Sullivan stage that cold New York City February back in 1964, popular music changed forever. “I Saw Her Standing There,” and “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” were the tunes these FOUR lads played, chasing Mitch Miller and Doris Day off the charts forever. Paul McCartney and John Lennon, the heartbeat of the band, proved to be un-stoppable. Sadly, George Harrison and […]

todayMay 16, 2017

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The Incredible Tommy James and the Shondells Story

“I Think We’re Alone Now” was a smash hit for Tiffany in 1987, but the original artist Tommy James and the Shondells version is still the best version around. Born Thomas Gregory Jackson in Niles, Michigan in 1947, Tommy was destined to be a star. He began his business career as a child model at the age of four, and at 12 formed his fist band the 'Tornadoes,' later changing […]

todayMay 16, 2017

Classic Hits

Be Sure to See Earth Wind and Fire in 2017

Earth Wind and Fire began their musical journey in the early 70s in Chicago, bringing horns and a jazz/pop sound to the charts with great hits like "Reasons,” “September” and more. Earth Wind and Fire has sold millions of records, eared countless awards, and has sustained a successful career for nearly 50 years. Paul McCartney is quoted as saying that the EW&F cover “Got to Get You Into My Life” […]

todayMay 16, 2017

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Monday Morning Music Headlines

Monday is always the least popular day of the week, so let’s put a smile on your face with a few music news headlines… Who was the richest British rocker in 2016? Paul McCartney is worth nearly a $1 Billion Dollars (that’s with a B) while Adele, Brian May (Queen), the members of U2, Elton John, Mick Jagger and Andrew Lloyd-Webber are amongst the Top 20 in wealthiest Brits in […]

todayMay 15, 2017

Classic Hits

The 2017 Austin City Limits Hall of Fame

We’re all familiar with the nationally popular ‘Austin City Limits’ live television show, the partner of the real venue that has brought music fans the best acts for over 40 years. Did you know that the Austin City Limits’ has a hall of fame? The 2017 class was announced recently, and it includes Roy Orbison, The Neville Brothers, and Rosanne Cash. The induction ceremony of this year’s class will be […]

todayMay 15, 2017

Classic Hits

Two of Long Island’s Greatest Rockers

London is fabulous, Honk Kong is exotic, and Sydney is a long ways away. Another of the greatest cities in the world is of course the Big Apple, New York City. Long Island is a different animal all together though. LI is 118 miles long and 23 miles wide at its peak, and is the most populated island in the US. It’s also the home of some great rockers… Edward […]

todayMay 15, 2017

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Some of the Best From the Silver Screen

The Bee Gees were honored in concert at a Grammy related show a few weeks ago, with various contemporary artists singing Bee Gees songs. This wonderful concert made us think of all the great songs used in film. Here’s another installment of great songs of the silver screen. Mike Nichols produced the 70 classic “The Graduate” using the Simon and Garfunkel songs “The Sound of Silence” and “Mrs. Robinson.” The […]

todayMay 12, 2017

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Steve Perry Looks to Get Back Into Rock

Steve Perry was the lead singer of the 80s super group Journey for many years, but left the band in 1993 due to emotional distress and medical reasons. Recently Steve announced plans to get back into the studio and make another solo album, his latest’s since 1994, when he released “For the Love of Strange Medicine,” and his fans can’t wait to hear his newest songs. Steve was born into […]

todayMay 12, 2017

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