Willie Nelson will be honored with a special all-star concert celebration in January. Titled Willie: Life & Songs Of An American Outlaw, A Willie Nelson All-Star Concert Celebration, the Jan. 12 event will take place at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena and be broadcast on A&E Network next year. The concert will honor the living legend and […]
Category: Classic Rock
The real reason ‘Barracuda’ is Hard to Sing
Ann Wilson explained the ‘little surprise’ hidden within the classic Heart song “Barracuda” that made it difficult for some people to sing. The track appeared on the band’s second album, Little Queen, in 1977, and became its second Top 20 hit, reaching No.11 in May of that year. It’s remained a staple of their live […]
Ace Frehley isn’t letting KISS’ farewell tour happen without him
In an interview with Loudwire, the guitarist explains why he should be a part of the show. For love of the fans, and for KISS to make a ton of money. KISS will begin on ‘The End of the Road’ in 2019 and remain on tour for three years, finally reaching the twilight of their career. […]
On This Day… The Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane Open A Historic Venue
1961, Jimmy Dean started a five week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Big Bad John’, a No.2 on the UK chart. Jimmy went on to present a prime time variety show on US TV. 1964, During their first promotional visit to the UK, The Beach Boys appeared live on ITV’s ‘Ready […]
Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ gets a Heavy Metal Mariachi Cover
Queen is one of the greatest, most popular bands in the history of the world because their music has proved timeless and universal. Their music transcends generations and cultures, and it also transcends genres. We’re not talking about how their own discography covers a number of musical style, we mean their music still rocks even […]
Ace Frehley Reunites With Kiss for Acoustic Set
Kiss reunited with original lead guitarist Ace Frehley for the first time in 17 years for an acoustic set on the annual Kiss Kruise. Frehley joined Kiss for four songs, including “Nothing to Lose” and “Rock and Roll All Nite.” The group also performed their cover of the Rolling Stones’ “2000 Man”, which Frehley sang […]
Pink Floyd Drummer Nick Mason Plans U.S. Tour in 2019
Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason is planning to tour North America next year to perform some classic Floyd songs, but don’t expect “Comfortably Numb” or “Another Brick in the Wall.” Mason instead will be digging deep into the Pink Floyd archives to offer tunes not heard live in America for a long time, if ever. […]
David Bowie’s Legacy is Painful for Widow Iman
David Bowie’s widow Iman discussed the frustrations of living with his legacy, nearly three years after his death, saying that fans who wanted too much proximity and businesses that wanted to profit continued to make things difficult for his family. “People take pictures of me in the street, and say [while touching her arm], ‘I […]
Gene Simmons to be honored at 2018 LAPMF Heroes for Heroes Celebrity Poker Tournament and Party
The 4th Annual Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation Heroes for Heroes Celebrity Poker Tournament & Casino Party will take place on November 10, 2018 at Avalon Hollywood honoring rock legend Gene Simmons. The hottest stars from TV, Film, Music and Sports along with community VIPs will come together to support the families of LAPD officers […]
Ronnie James Dio Memoir to be completed in his Own Words
Wendy Dio said the book left unfinished by late husband Ronnie James Dio would be completed using his own words, and it would “definitely” be published in 2020. The iconic vocalist died in 2010 without completing the memoir, and plans to bring it to market in the years immediately following his passing didn’t succeed. “I’m […]