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Before Their Time – Part Three

We will all be at death’s door soon enough, but when a star dies, particularly at an early age, we tend to wonder aloud about our own mortality. Here’s part three of ‘Before Their Time.' Harry Chapin once worked as a taxi driver in New York City. As he began to make money as a singer and songwriter, he stopped being a hack, singing great songs like “Cats in the […]

todayApril 21, 2016

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The Best Songs From the Movies We Love – Part Two

Movies and Music are meant to be together forever, as both capture our imagination. Here’s part two of our look at the best songs used in movies... ‘Vision Quest’ is the perfect 80s movie that used the talent of Madonna (Crazy For You) “Only the Young” from Journey, “Time for Me to Fly” by REO Speedwagon, and “Harden My Heart” from Quarterflash. Lots of hits, lots of great movie memories. […]

todayApril 21, 2016

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Before Their Time – Part Two

Death and taxes are the only things we can be sure of right? Fame and fortune maybe great, but the grim reaper comes for all. Here’s part two of "Before Their Time." Michael Jackson died of a heart attack, brought on by the introduction of various drugs at the age of 50. Sadly, his death over shadowed the deaths of two other stars who deserved recognition; Ed McMahon and Farrah […]

todayApril 20, 2016

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The Best Songs From the Movies We Love

Movies and music often times go hand in hand in telling a story on the silver screen, and we’ve decided to share the best songs from the movies we love. There are so many we need three days to give the topic its due. Here’s part one of the ‘Great Classic Rock Songs on the Silver Screen.’ Bob Seger’s “Shakedown” appeared in the Eddie Murphy movie "Beverly Hills Cop II" […]

todayApril 20, 2016

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Incidents at the Hall – Part Two

Steve Miller made quite a scene at this year’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, complaining about the selection process, criticizing one person in particular. Sadly, misbehaving stars have always acted like 5 year olds at this event, so let’s list a few more bad boys and girls and their shameful moments. Led Zeppelin’s Robert Plant and Jimmy Page put the screws to original member John Paul Jones […]

todayApril 20, 2016

Adult Contemporary

Elton John Among Most Charitable Celebrities

Elton John has always been known to be a giving man. He’s been a big advocate of fighting and curing Aids, so it’s no surprise to see that he’s the most giving celebrities of all UK celebrities. This is according to The Sunday Times Giving List. In 2015, John gave away $38 million mainly to his fight against Aids. There were plenty of other big names on the list of […]

todayApril 20, 2016

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Before Their Time – Part One

There has always been a conspiracy surrounding the age of 27, and the odd death of many performers to die at that age. Yes, Janis, Jimmy, and many others did in fact die at the age of 27. We don’t think however about the soul singers who died so early in their lives. Rock and Roll is a dangerous game with many avenues to self-destruction. We do miss all the […]

todayApril 19, 2016

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Incidents at the Hall – Part One

Rock and Roll is a tough game, filled with ups and downs, tragedies and unexpected moments in time. You may have heard that Steve Miller recently ripped into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at his induction ceremony, shushing an attendant trying to get him off stage while he spoke his mind. Steve was not happy with the way the process had ignored incredible bands like Chicago. In fact, […]

todayApril 19, 2016

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Stephen Stills Riding Solo for This Tour

Stephen Stills was one of the driving forces behind the 60s and 70s super group ‘Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. It’s doubtful CSNY will ever get back together for a reunion tour given the mean words being bantered about recently, but that doesn't mean you still can't capture their vibe. A Stephen Stills concert might be the closest you get to that reunion. Here are the latest tour stops for […]

todayApril 19, 2016

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