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The Classics We Love to Hear at Sporting Events

Sporting events and great songs always go together; they are a winning combination. Here are some of the classics that make any sporting event better… “Start Me Up” by the Rolling Stones is the most popular song heard at the beginning of a sporting event. “Don’t Stop Believing” is the Journey song that is the ultimate sport song used by every sports team in every venue in every state in […]

todayMarch 3, 2017

Music

A Cold Case In Music That Just Heated Up

Most people forget that Righteous Brother member Bill Medley suffered an unspeakable tragedy in his life; his ex-wife Karen Klaas was murdered in 1976. She and Bill had divorced a year earlier, but Bill’s son was living with their mom Karen. Karen ran errands in Hermosa Beach one day in 1976, dropping off their four-year-old son. No one came to pick up the boy at daycare. The police were called, […]

todayMarch 3, 2017

Music

Monster Albums From the Motown Era

Berry Gordy was founder of Motown Records, and fulfilled the dream so many a young man and woman hoping for a better life. What were the monster Motown albums? “Got to Be There” by Michael Jackson was the debut studio album of the leader of the Jackson Five, featuring “Got to Be There,” "Rockin' Robin" and the covers to the Carole King classic "You've Got a Friend" and the Bill […]

todayMarch 2, 2017

Classic Hits

Eric Clapton to Be Subject of Documentary

Eric Clapton is back in the news this week. He’s going to be the subject of a documentary that is in production as we speak, called “A Life in 12 Bars.” There will be a segment dedicated to one of his most popular songs, “Layla.” Everyone loves the Derek and the Dominos’ song “Layla" written by Eric Clapton and drummer Jim Gordon. The song was a big radio hit on […]

todayMarch 2, 2017

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Music Makes the Movie

The movie 'La La Land' staring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone is NOT the Movie of the Year, in spite of what you may seem to think! By the way, we loved his supporting actor, played by singing sensation John Legend. The movie is terrific because it has a great script, wonderful actors - but memorable music which we think makes the movie. What are other clear examples of movies […]

todayMarch 2, 2017

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There’s More to Paul McCartney Than You Know

Sir Paul McCartney is an original, a legendary performer and ground breaking musician who has influenced the music world for over 50 years. His contributions to song writing alone make his life one in a million. There’s more to the man than his music though... Paul confesses turning to the bottle shortly after the Beatles break-up, a time in his life he deeply regrets. He also mentions that when starting […]

todayMarch 1, 2017

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The Controversy Surrounding ‘This is Spinal Tap’

This story is straight out of Hollywood. Really! Actors Christopher Guest, Harry Shearer, and Michael McKean are suing the parent company of the music label that was involved in the classic music farce ‘This is Spinal Tap!’ They are suing for $400 million dollars for withholding millions of deserved royalties since the debut of the movie in 1989. Here are a few movie/music details you may not have known about […]

todayMarch 1, 2017

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Album and Tour Details From a Member of Jethro Tull

Jethro Tull rocked the house in the late 60s and 70s, introducing Ian Anderson and his flute to America in fine style. We now hear that Ian Anderson has joined up with original Tull member John O'Hara to cover their own songs with the legendary Irish string quartet the Carducci Quartet, re-creating classical versions of their own tunes. The upcoming LP called ‘Jethro Tull -- The String Quartets' is scheduled […]

todayFebruary 28, 2017

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Robbie Krieger’s Album Details!

Robbie Krieger is still rocking, decades after his stint as an original member of the Doors. News about Robbie’s latest project is hitting the news wires, due out this week! Jackson Browne, Tommy Shaw from Styx, Rod Argent of the Zombies, Geoff Downes of Yes and Asia, and the late John Wetton from Asia and Yes are also featured in the songs on the album. The LP is called ‘In […]

todayFebruary 28, 2017

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