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The Details Behind the Plane Crash that Shook the Country

Don McLean’s song “American Pie” was about the day the music stopped, February 3, 1959; the day Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens perished in a horrific late night plane crash outside Mason City, a few miles from their departure city, Clear Lake, IA. All this week we’ll look at the lesser known details of the crash, its aftermath, and the contributions each made in their brief time […]

todayJanuary 30, 2017

Lite AC

The Top R&B Vocalists of All-Time

James Brown used to sing “It’s a man’s, man’s world..” but we know that’s not necessarily true. It’s the lady’s that could bring home the bacon and fry it up in the pan. Here’s our list of the best R&B Women vocalists of all time… 1. Aretha Franklin 2. Dionne Warwick 3. Mavis Staples 4. Chaka Khan 5. Janet Jackson 6. Whitney Houston 7. Tina Turner 8. Tammi Terrell/Kim Weston […]

todayJanuary 27, 2017

Classic Hits

A Few More Deserving of the Hall of Fame

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame finally admitted Journey after many years of making them wait. Pearl Jam and Tupac made it on their first year of eligibility. We’re happy for all the deserving inductees. However… How is it possible under God’s Green Earth that the Cars, The Doobie Brothers, and a singer that has been eligible for 18 years, Tina Turner as a solo arrist hasn't made it? […]

todayJanuary 27, 2017

Classic Hits

The Most Famous Rock Videos of the 80s

On Saturday, August 1, 1981 at 12:01 AM EST something magical happened; videos were shown of the songs fans heard on the radio. There were VJs, countdowns, and more. What were the most awesome MTV rock videos of the 80s? 1.) “Start Me Up” by the Rolling Stones 2.) “Thriller” from Michael Jackson 3.) “Love is a Battlefield” by Pat Benetar 4.) “California Girls” by David Lee Roth 5.) “You […]

todayJanuary 26, 2017

Classic Hits

More of the Biggest Moments in Rock History

Runners will always remember the exact time of their first marathon, while parents hold the moment of a child’s birth crystal clear in their minds. What were you doing on these significant rock and roll dates? August 16th, 1977 was Elvis Presley’s last day on earth. Although his popularity had waned over the years, his death served as a reminder that we don’t all last forever, nor do we look […]

todayJanuary 26, 2017

Lite AC

Rock and Roll Alphabet – The Bee Gees

The Bee Gees were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 and it’s been an interesting ride for Barry, Maurice, and Robin ever since. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by Alphabet continues with a look at one of the biggest family bands of all time, The Bee Gees. The boys began in Manchester England 1958, recording and performing as the Rattlesnakes. Their father moved […]

todayJanuary 26, 2017

Classic Hits

Butch Trucks, Allman Brothers Drummer, Passes

2016 was a devastating year for losing our favorite stars and now 2017 is off to a sad start. Butch Trucks, the original Allman Brothers drummer, has died at the age of 69. The cause of death is unknown. Claude Hudson "Butch" Trucks, born in Jacksonville in 1947, began playing drums while in high school, joining Englewood High School’s band. Butch also played in two marching bands, choosing the tympani. […]

todayJanuary 25, 2017

Classic Hits

Some of the Biggest Moments in Rock History

2017 is bound to be a monumental year; we inaugurated a new President, technology is a year older, and the Chicago Cubs begin the 2017 season as the reigning Champion of Major League Baseball. Life offers moments that are considered bigger than life. What were the biggest moments in rock? February 9th, 1964 is the date the Beatles made their appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show. At that moment, millions […]

todayJanuary 25, 2017

Classic Hits

Proving the Case for Peter Frampton to Join the Hall

The 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class was announced last month with Journey, Tupac Shakur, Yes, Pearl Jam, ELO, and Joan Baez all being admitted. There was also a special award for musical excellence to Nile Rogers of Chic. Peter Frampton is not yet in the Hall; here are the most compelling reasons to admit this talented artist… Peter was a rock guitar God at the age of […]

todayJanuary 25, 2017

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