Here are the latest rock and roll headlines… The remaining Todd Rundgren “Yes 2017 Festival of Love Tour’ has been canceled due to the death of Yes guitarist Steve Howe’s son Virgil. Virgil was in his own band called Little Barrie, but if you watch the ‘Better Call Saul’ TV show, you’ll hear him in […]
What were the most significant television moments in rock and roll, the events that changed everything? Doris Day and Mitch Miller were on the music charts in January of 1964, prior to the Beatles appearing on the Ed Sullivan Show. On February 9, 1964, the Fab Four performed “All My Loving,” “I Saw Her Standing […]
Bon Jovi’s 14th studio album was released a while ago, called “This House Is Not For Sale.” A highly successful tour followed, with Jon staying busy. A few weeks ago Jon gave a concert in New Jersey at the Dicks Sporting Goods Open; when will this dude slow down? How did it all begin for […]
Bob Dylan has been making great music for over 50 years; and recently in the news in a second-hand way, as Grammy nominated singer and songwriter Joan Osborne has a new LP called ‘The Songs of Bob Dylan’ out, keeping Robert top of mind. Robert Allen Zimmerman was born May 24, 1941, and was one […]
In the late 60s and early 70s a five-man band from London broke onto the music scene in the US, with horn, rock, soul and a weird name; Supertramp! Their 1979 LP “Breakfast In America,” was their signature album, and the group ultimately would sell nearly 75 million records. The founder of the group (and […]
Often times when we think of great music, we think of the 60s and 70s. The 80s gave us some righteous songs as well. “Livin’ on a Prayer” from Bon Jovi became a stadium staple, with the boys enjoying loud crowds and a memorable hook. The blue-collar work ethic of the 80s was definitely represented […]
The ‘Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band’ album celebrated its 50th anniversary this summer. The much celebrated Ron Howard documentary was met with great success, nominated for various awards… Did you know…? Ringo Starr replaced Pete Best early on, but he didn’t play on the single “Love Me Do,” because manager George Martin wasn’t happy […]
Red Rocks Amphitheater is located in the county of Denver and has been the scene of some of the greatest live music moments in our lifetime. The venue sits amongst the mountains, with perfect acoustics and romantic undertones. Would you believe the first live event was held in 1911, with a performance from Mary Garden […]
Tragedy has struck the family of Yes guitarist Steve Howe with word of the death of his younger son Virgil. The cause of death has yet to be revealed, but the remaining dates for the Todd Rundgren ‘Yes Festival’ tour have been canceled to allow Steve to deal with his family’s loss. Virgil, age 42, […]
What do you think it was like to be a Beatle? Well, Paul McCartney will be giving one lucky fan a chance to at least sing with him in the iconic song “Get Back.” If you visit online Omaze.com/Paul, you’ll have a chance to give to a worthy cause and put yourself in the running […]