50 years ago, in the mid-60s, a single hit the airwaves that frightened parents and frankly radio executives called “Kick Out the Jams (expletive).” The song was the starting point for a Motor City rock band called the MC5. The MC5 is back with original member Wayne Kramer and Soundgarden’s Kim Thayil, hitting the summer […]
A few of the original members of the classic Deep Purple are no longer with us, but if you did their music, Glenn Hughes is taking “Classic Deep Purple Live” out on the road. Glenn made a real splash last year with his two-hour live extravaganza homage in Australia and New Zealand last year, and […]
When Vincent Damon Furnier was a young boy, he may have never imagined as the rock star Alice Cooper he’d be rich and famous, or for that matter have a first name of Alice, but that’s how life goes. Alice Cooper shined in the live Easter performance of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ on NBC, and continues […]
Brian Wilson is a man who needs no introduction; the driving genius of the Beach Boys has always struggled with anxiety and depression, much like many before him. We’re happy to report that it appears he’s been on the good foot and healthy, so much so that he’s chosen to perform the Beach Boys Christmas […]
The eight-disc collection ‘Still There’ll Be More’ from Procol Harum has been released, and fans are digging the music from one of the most interesting groups in all of music. The songs “Whiter Shade of Pale” and “Conquistador” were big hits for Procol Harum in the late 60s and early 70s, and now to help […]
Ted Nugent is no stranger to controversy in his beliefs and opinions on current events, but if you’re a fan and love his music, you’ll be happy to hear that he’s just announced a summer tour… June 27th and 28th, San Juan Capistrano, CA June 29th, Pasadena, CA June 30th, Agoura Hills, CA July 1st, […]
Metallica is giving back to the community by auctioning off signed merchandise, with proceeds going to the ‘All Within My Hands’ charity. The auction is scheduled for the first Tuesday of each month. Among the materials and collectables you can bid on are signed copy of the band’s Kill ‘Em All reissue box set, an […]
Cameron Crowe, Legendary Hollywood producer and one time Rolling Stones correspondent (Almost Famous), is busy working on his next project; a documentary about David Crosby. Cameron was the driving force behind films dealing with Elton Joh and Pearl Jam, so he’s highly qualified to pull back the curtains on one of the most interesting rock […]
Baseball is as American as hot dogs, apple pie, Chevrolet and Pearl Jam. Baseball is also a great partner of rock music, and Pearl Jam has announced a summer tour that includes playing Fenway Park in Boston. The date of the event is June 22 at Fenway Park. To add to the summer fun, Pearl […]
The Beatles film ‘Yellow Submarine’ is celebrating its 50th birthday this year, and coming back to select theaters in July. The film will feature the Beatles tunes “Hey Bulldog,” “Only a Northern Song,” “It’s All Too Much,” and “All Together Now.” What makes this celebration unique is the remastering of the overall sound and technical […]