Dr. Hook hit the charts in the mid-70s with “Cover of the Rolling Stone,” as a slight parody suggesting the power the magazine held in the music industry. The heavy-handed hint worked as the band did appear on the cover of Rolling Stone on March 29, 1973. Sadly we hear this week that the remaining […]
Thanks to the GEICO commercial from a few years ago, the Scorpions are back in favor with fans. This German speaking band hit the charts in the mid-70s with tunes like “Rock You (Like a Hurricane)” “Rhythm of Love,” and “Send Me An Angel” barely speaking English when they crossed the pond. Now the Scorpions […]
The band America has been together for over 40 years, hitting the charts with “Sister Golden Hair,” “Daisy Jane,” “Horse With No Name,” and many others. The band has sold nearly 100 million records, and they’re still on the road this fall. Lucky us! Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell can still put on a great […]
Monday is the least favorite day for most folks, so let’s share a few music news headlines to bright up your morning… A rare, 1963 Beatles song/demo that was previously unreleased called “What Goes On” is on the open market on where else; eBay! The demo was originally sold by the estate of George Harrison […]
Kid Rock recently revealed his political intentions for running for office in Michigan, and the response has been mixed but strong from both fans and those that would rather not see him elected. He’s been out on tour as we speak, but busy in the recording studio as his latest single “Tennessee Mountain Top” dropped […]
October will be an exciting month for new music, re-issues, and or releases of interest for the real music fan. Here’s what’s coming in October… The Rolling Stones release their long-awaited media driven LP called, ‘On Air in the Sixties’ which will include Book and companion DVD. David Crosby will release ‘Sky Trails,’ and David […]
Metallica has been around for a long time, so long that we forget that they were rocking out in the 80s! Well, the band is releasing their “Master of Puppets” box set later this year and it’ll include a special live performance from over 30 years ago. The band has included a version of their […]
There may not be another Southern Rock group like 38 Special. We couldn’t imagine getting on the road without throwing in a tape or CD to hear “Caught Up In You,” “Fantasy Girl,” “Hold On Loosely,” “Wild Eyed Southern Boys,” or “Second Chance.” Rockers Don Barnes and Donnie Van Zant grew up in the same […]
Timothy B. Schmit the one-time member who replaced bassist Randy Meisner in both Poco and the Eagles has released ‘Leap of Faith’ his latest album and has announced an upcoming fall tour. Tim’s in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Eagles, but his touch can be heard on many […]
There’s an old saying that behind every successful man stands a great woman,. In rock and roll, there stands three kingmakers, the men behind three iconic bands that changed the course of music. Their names are Robert Stigwood, George Martin, and Murray Wilson. Let’s spend a little time getting to know the man that may […]