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Bon Jovi, Bruce and the Rest of the New Jersey Hall of Fame

It seems every state in the union has a ‘HOF’ or Hall of Fame, celebrating their native sons and daughters in sport, business, and music. We’re familiar with the Memphis Music Hall of Fame (perhaps the most prominent of city HOFs), but did you know the New Jersey State Hall of Fame is equally significant? Check out its relevant members and see if you don’t agree... The 2016 inductees were […]

todayMarch 15, 2017

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Remembering the Great David Bowie

It’s been over a year since we lost rock icon David Bowie; he must be smiling in heaven given all the awards he’s been winning in recent ceremonies. His last LP in 2016 has been recognized as one of his best works of art, although he never lived long enough to reap the harvest of his efforts. A few weeks ago it was announced that a crowd funding effort has […]

todayMarch 14, 2017

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The Very Best in Sales From Our Favorite Rock Albums

One of the most interesting things about music is its eternal popularity of the singer's music. Often times, well written songs generate millions of dollars in sales long after they’re gone. Did you know that Michael Jackson’s estate continues to earn over $100 million each year? Did you also know that his ‘Thriller’ album remains as the top selling LP of all time? Here’s the most recent updated list of […]

todayMarch 14, 2017

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Steely Dan In Vegas in April

One of our favorite bands Steely Dan is taking residency in Las Vegas in April at the luxurious Venetian, giving you a chance to have some Vegas fun while taking in the concert of a lifetime. Did you know that 'SNL' alumni Chevy Chase once played (drummer) with the boys under an early name while attending prestigious Bard College, where Walter and Donald met? Jeff Porcaro and David Paich also […]

todayMarch 13, 2017

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The Very Best R&B Hits From the 60s

What were the best ‘R&B’ songs of the 60s? Here’s our list… 1. “Respect” by Aretha Franklin 2. “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” from Marvin Gaye 3. “Sweet Soul Music” by Arthur Conley 4. “Love Rollercoaster” from The Ohio Players 5. “Tighten Up” by Archie Bell & The Drells 6. “Papa's Got A Brand New Bag” from James Brown 7. “It's Your Thing” by The Isley Brothers 8. “Soul […]

todayMarch 13, 2017

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Paying Our Respects to the Ohio Players

Walter "Junie" Morrison, the man that struck the keys for the super soul band the ‘Ohio Players,’ died at the age of 62 a few weeks ago. There aren’t many bands from Dayton, Ohio that made it big; the Ohio Players’ were one of the most successful to do so. Bands typically struggle with egos, lineup changes, and substance abuse. The Ohio Players endured more than its fair share of […]

todayMarch 10, 2017

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Boston and Joan Jett Tour This Summer

Rock makes strange bedfellows. In the 70s two of the hottest bands heard on your favorite radio station included e Boston and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. Boston broke all the rules; their singer had a high voice, there were no album notes or pictures. Joan broke the glass ceiling for women in rock, proving she had the skills to be on stage with the boys. The two bands will […]

todayMarch 10, 2017

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Cover Songs That Outdo the Originals

You know what it means to cover a song right? It’s when an artist records their version of a song written by someone else. More often than not the original song remains the more popular or preferred version, but here are the covers that we believe outdo the originals… “Proud Mary” Ike and Tina Turner/C.C.R. “I Shot the Sheriff” Eric Clapton/Bob Marley “With a Little Help From My Friends” Joe […]

todayMarch 10, 2017

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What’s Going On at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame This Spring?

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in beautiful Cleveland, Ohio is hallowed ground for those that contributed to the soundtrack of our lives. What’s happening at the Hall this spring? ‘Revelations; The Jimi Hendrix Experiences, Are you experienced’ is an exhibit that details in film the life and times of one of the greatest guitarist of our times, the left handed psychedelic Jimi Hendrix. The focus is the LP […]

todayMarch 9, 2017

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