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The Top Tunes from 1977

Little did we know that when the new movie 'Star Wars' would hit the theaters in 1977, it would change the movie world forever. On TV, the miniseries 'Roots' draws an audience of 130 million, and the Grammy Record of the Year would be "This Masquerade," by George Benson. What were the top rock tunes of 1977? The Eagles and "Hotel California" Lynyrd Skynyrd with "Free Bird (Live)" Aerosmith and […]

todayJanuary 3, 2017

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Album Releases in Early 2017 We’re Looking Forward To

The winter can be a dreary season given the falling snow in most of the country. Let’s warm things up with a look at the latest music releases scheduled for the early part of 2017… Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker cranked out a ton of hits as ‘Cream’ and their 1966 debut album will be reissued to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the LP, including a four-disc […]

todayJanuary 2, 2017

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Diana Ross Live and On Stage in 2017

You might say Dana Ross is the First Lady of Motown, having starred with Mary and Flo (The Supremes) and enjoying such a successful solo career. Diana even found time to star in her version of the ‘Wizard of Oz.’ News recently proves that she is still working hard to please her fans, as details of her three concerts at the New York Center were announced. Diana Ross will be […]

todayJanuary 2, 2017

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Touring Artists, Stars Celebrating and More in This Week’s Headlines

So you didn’t win the Powerball. Well, neither did we, so we all went back to work today. Here are a few rock headlines to put a smile on your face and get you started in the right direction… There’s still time to book a cruise with your favorite rockers as the Rock Legends IV Tour sets sail from Ft. Lauderdale January 21st and stays on the high seas for […]

todayJanuary 2, 2017

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The Best Male Vocalists in Soul and R&B

At the high school dance, it was critical to be near the girl or boy you wanted to dance with when the soulful ballad was played. No genre of music was more in tune with slow dancing that the soul, rhythm and blues, which we call R&B. What were the best or most successful male vocalists of this genre? 1. Jackie Wilson 2. Maurice White (Earth Wind & Fire) 3. […]

todayJanuary 2, 2017

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1984 – One Rocking Year

In 1984 President Reagan won a landslide re-election with a 59% majority of the vote, while the Cosby Show made its debut on NBC. One of the greatest humanitarian efforts took place in 1984, created by Bob Geldof Band Aid called “Do They Know It’s Christmas.” How about the best rock songs from this time? Well, here they are.... Van Halen "Jump" Sammy Hagar "I Can't Drive 55" Twister Sister […]

todayDecember 30, 2016

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Remembering 2016’s Fallen Stars

2016 was a devastating year for holding on to our heros, as death pushed so many of our music stars off the stage. Check out the list below and see if you don't agree... Prince died of an accidental prescription overdose, leaving so much music left to hear. George Michael tragically died of heart failure at the age of 53, just last week. David Bowie died early in 2016, ‘Blackstar’ […]

todayDecember 30, 2016

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The Nine Best Tunes from 1968

“Papa could swear, I declare” was a great soul lyric from the 70s, reminding us that soul and R&B was a fantastic music genre. What were the top R&B tunes in 1968? 1. “SAY IT LOUD--I'M BLACK AND I'M PROUD” James Brown 2. “SLIP AWAY” Clarence Carter 3. “(SITTIN' ON THE) DOCK OF THE BAY” Otis Redding 4. “GRAZING IN THE GRASS” Hugh Masekela 5. “YOU'RE ALL I NEED TO […]

todayDecember 30, 2016

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Two Hall of Famers You May Not Know Much About

The 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class was announced last week, and it included many deserving inductees. Joan Baez, Electric Light Orchestra, Journey, Pearl Jam, Tupac Shakur and Yes will be enshrined at Barclays Center in New York this spring. Let’s share more about Pearl Jam and Tupac. Pearl Jam and Tupac were admitted into the Hall of Fame in their first year of eligibility. Seattle born Pearl […]

todayDecember 30, 2016

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