If you graduated college in 1986 you’re likely to be in your 50s. The 80s was a terrific decade of music which included British Invasion II, ‘Techno’ and Madonna of course. What were the top songs of 1986? 1.) “Invisible Touch” by Genesis 2.) “Why Can’t This Be Love” by Van Halen 3.) “I Want […]
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Your Monday Music News Headlines
“Monday, Monday, can’t trust that day…” as the Mamas and Papas song goes. Here are the latest music news headlines for your Monday… If you’re a Bob Dylan fan you’ll want to check out his latest video effort, ‘Bob Dylan on Tour in 1966,’ a new film released last week. The short film coincides with […]
Leon Russell Passes Away In Nashville Yesterday
He wrote classic songs and told tales of being friends with the likes of Frank Sinatra, Ike and Tina Turner, and the Rolling Stones. He recorded an album with Sir Elton John lat year, but always kept his feet on the street of the city of Nashville. He is Leon Russell. Good bye Leon Russell, […]
The End: Live in Los Angeles
If you’re a Mötley Crüe fan you’ll want to get the concert DVD that has been defined as the quintessential Crue project. The live concert was held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, bringing to a close a two-year finale. This is a wonderful home video and album package documents the boy’s final act. […]
Bob Seger – Alive and Kicking
Bob Seger is still alive and kicking and on the road as we speak. 2016 has been a great year for Bob, a memoir, new album, and SRO at live dates demonstrate the power of rock and the durability of one of rock’s greatest ambassadors. The late Glenn Frey played guitar on Bob’s first big […]
Great Music and Car Trivia
We’ve talked a lot about what’s going on in the world in music these days, but before the weekend we want to give your a break. What about a little challenge with some music trivia? Let’s have at it. Great songs and great cars go together don’t they? Put your mind in third gear and […]
40 Years of Tom Petty Celebrated in Two Big Releases
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers released their very first album 40 years ago this month; time flies when you’re having fun right? In celebration of that landmark moment, vinyl editions of Tom’s studio albums will be released in two limited-edition companion box sets in early December. Here are the LPs and from which box set… […]
A Motor City Band That Could Make the Hall of Fame
The odds on favorites to make the cut in rock this election season are Journey and Pearl Jam; both 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees, as announced a few weeks ago. You can add your voice online at the Hall, and the final decision will be made in December. As of this moment, […]
More Bands That Deserve a Stay at the Hall
The list of 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees was announced a few weeks ago, and although they are not all likely to be voted in, let’s share more about the deserving Joe Tex, Steppenwolf and the Zombies. Joe Tex made the songs “Skinny Legs And All” and “Ain’t Gonna Bump No More […]
The Top Karaoke Songs of Recent Years
Karaoke bars have been around since the 90s, and it’s a great way to pass time with your friends. The companies that build and place these Karaoke machines in your favorite bar have statistics that will surprise you, so take a look at the most played Karaoke songs from recent years… “You Shook Me All […]